Comparison

UTM Remote Virtual Machines vs Remote Keyboard & Mouse

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

UTM Remote Virtual Machines

Access and control your virtual machines from your iOS device. Stream Windows, Ubuntu, and other operating systems running on your Mac remotely. This app requires UTM for Mac to function.

Highlights
  • Stream virtual machines remotely
  • Supports Windows, Ubuntu, and more
  • Control VMs from iOS device
  • Requires UTM for Mac
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Run Windows®, Ubuntu®, and other operating systems remotely from your Mac running UTM UTM Remote allows you to stream your virtual machines from your Mac to your iOS device. Requires UTM for Mac to use.

About

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and mouse for your computer or LG TV. Effortlessly control media, give presentations, and boost productivity with a secure, instant connection over Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard input
  • Touchpad mouse control
  • Dedicated numeric keypad
  • Instant Wi-Fi connection
  • Secure data transmission
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Features
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Remote Keyboard – Control Your Computer & LG TV from iPhone Remote Keyboard turns your iPhone into a wireless keyboard, mouse, trackpad, numeric keypad, media controller, and LG TV remote. Whether you’re presenting, watching movies, entering data, or controlling your computer from the couch, Remote Keyboard gives you flexible control right from your phone. Pair your iPhone with the companion desktop app for Mac or Windows, connect over Wi‑Fi or QR code, and start typing, clicking, scrolling, dragging, and controlling media instantly. Key Features • Wireless Keyboard – Type on your Mac or Windows PC using full keyboard, native keyboard, and platform-specific layouts. • Touchpad-Style Mouse Control – Move the cursor, tap to click, right-click, scroll, and drag with intuitive trackpad gestures. • Numeric Keypad Support – Enter numbers quickly with dedicated Mac and Windows number pad layouts, ideal for spreadsheets, finance, and data entry. • Media Controls – Control playback, volume, arrow keys, and media shortcuts from your phone. • LG WebOS TV Remote – Navigate your TV, adjust volume, change channels, control playback, and access supported TV shortcuts. • Custom Keyboards – Create your own keyboard layouts with shortcuts, text input, trackpad actions, and delays. • Quick Keyboard Switching – Save favorite keyboards and swipe between layouts quickly. • Flexible Connection Options – Connect over local Wi‑Fi, scan a QR code from the desktop app, or use Premium remote connection when supported. • Works Across Platforms – Control macOS, Windows, and LG WebOS devices from one app. Use It For • Home Theater Control – Control your Mac or PC as a smart TV from the couch. • Presentations – Advance slides, control the cursor, and type notes during meetings. • Productivity Anywhere – Work from across the room or from a standing desk without extra hardware. • Efficient Number Input – Speed up Excel, accounting, and data-entry workflows with a dedicated numeric keypad. • Media Playback – Adjust volume, pause, play, skip tracks, and browse comfortably. • Accessible Remote Control – Helpful for users who prefer touchscreen input or need flexible assistive control options. Requires the companion Remote Keyboard Desktop app for Mac/Windows computer control. In-App Purchase Terms • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at purchase. • Auto-renewable subscriptions will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off in your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. See https://remotecontrolio.web.app/eula.html for more details.

Screenshots

UTM Remote Virtual Machines3 screens
Remote Keyboard & Mouse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Keyboard & Mouse at 4.4 against UTM Remote Virtual Machines's 3.7. Remote Keyboard & Mouse also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). UTM Remote Virtual Machines's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Remote Keyboard & Mouse sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. UTM Remote Virtual Machines asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Keyboard & Mouse holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 52 and 47 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 38% of UTM Remote Virtual Machines's written reviews are positive against 33% of Remote Keyboard & Mouse's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UTM Remote Virtual Machines ships an update every 4 months, Remote Keyboard & Mouse monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
UTM Remote Virtual Machines versus Remote Keyboard & Mouse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUTM Remote Virtual MachinesRemote Keyboard & Mouse
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (52 ratings)4.4 (47 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.9% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings52 — better47
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size370 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTuring Software, LLCJIE WANG

Customer experience

UTM Remote Virtual Machines

All ratings51 ratings
Positive64.7%
Neutral5.9%
Negative29.4%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive37.9%
Neutral13.8%
Negative48.3%

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

All ratings45 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

UTM Remote Virtual Machines

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App didn't work on opening
  • Connection error on startup
  • Crashes often
  • Network error
  • Unable to create VMs on iPadOS 17.5

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add a Linux port as a flatpak
  • Support for ARM-based VMs
  • Trackpad/Mouse support
  • Make UTM SE available on App Store
  • iOS support for UTM
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  • Better documentation

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

UTM Remote Virtual Machines

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

Subscriptions1
  • Remote Keyboard Premium$1.991 Month
One-time6
  • Desktop Keyboard Pro$3.99
  • Numeric Keypad Pro$3.99
  • Full Keyobard Pro$3.99
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  • Native Keyboard Pro$3.99
  • TV KeyboardsPro$4.99
  • All Keyboards Pro$12.99

Questions

Is UTM Remote Virtual Machines free?
UTM Remote Virtual Machines is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Keyboard & Mouse free?
Remote Keyboard & Mouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, UTM Remote Virtual Machines or Remote Keyboard & Mouse?
Remote Keyboard & Mouse is rated higher. UTM Remote Virtual Machines averages 3.7 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Remote Keyboard & Mouse averages 4.4 from 47 ratings.
Do UTM Remote Virtual Machines or Remote Keyboard & Mouse have ads?
Remote Keyboard & Mouse shows ads; UTM Remote Virtual Machines does not.
Which is updated more often, UTM Remote Virtual Machines or Remote Keyboard & Mouse?
UTM Remote Virtual Machines ships an update every 4 months, and Remote Keyboard & Mouse monthly. Most recently, UTM Remote Virtual Machines was updated on October 25, 2026 and Remote Keyboard & Mouse on October 24, 2026.

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