BenQ Smart Controller vs HandyPJC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BenQ Smart Controller
Transform your mobile device into a smart remote for compatible BenQ projectors. Effortlessly switch between d-pad, touchpad, and keyboard with voice input for seamless control.
- Mobile smart remote control
- D-pad mode
- Touchpad mode
- Keyboard with voice input
- Compatibility with JD-130/JD-150/JM-250
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BenQ Smart Controller app turns your mobile device into a smart remote controller. (Compatible with BenQ JD-130/JD-150/JM-250) Easily switch between three modes: d-pad, touchpad, and keyboard with voice input. If you would like to control BenQ GV1, GS2, TK8 series, E600 series or E800 series, please download BenQ Smart Control app from the App Store.
HandyPJC
Easily manage PJLink compliant projectors directly from your mobile device. Control multiple projectors simultaneously, with each group supporting up to 12 devices. The number of groups is unlimited, offering flexible management for various setups.
- Control PJLink compliant projectors
- Manage multiple projectors simultaneously
- Group projectors for easier control
- Unlimited group creation
- Intuitive and easy to use
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HandyPJC is a professional remote control app designed for AV engineers, IT administrators, teachers, and corporate environments. Using the industry-standard PJLink protocol, HandyPJC turns your iPhone into a powerful universal projector remote over Wi-Fi. 【Core Features】 • Instant Control: Power ON/OFF, switch video inputs (HDMI/VGA/HDBaseT), and toggle mute with a single tap. • Auto Discovery: Smart network scanner automatically finds PJLink-compatible projectors on your local network. No need to memorize IP addresses. • Auto-Authentication: Built-in default password library for major manufacturers allows for one-tap seamless connections. • iCloud Sync: Set up once, and your projector list is instantly available across all your iOS devices. • Broad Compatibility: Works flawlessly with PJLink Class 1 compliant projectors from major brands like Panasonic, Epson, NEC, Sony, Optoma, and more. 【HandyPJC Pro Features】 Upgrade to Pro to unlock the ultimate management toolkit: • Groups & Batch Control: Group projectors by location (e.g., "Conference Room A", "Classrooms") and execute batch commands like "All Power ON" or "All Power OFF". • Power Surge Protection: Batch power commands feature customizable delays between projectors to prevent electrical spikes. • Unlimited Projectors: Remove the free-tier limit and add as many projectors as you need. • Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy a clean, professional, and distraction-free interface. Stop searching for lost physical remotes. As long as you are on the same Wi-Fi network, HandyPJC puts complete control right at your fingertips. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://piscesweilun.github.io/HandyPJC-Support/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BenQ Smart Controller at none against HandyPJC's 1. BenQ Smart Controller also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (1.4 vs 1.0). HandyPJC's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On price, review sentiment, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. HandyPJC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BenQ Smart Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
BenQ Smart Controller holds the better App Store score, 1.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BenQ Smart Controller has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.
BenQ Smart Controller ships an update every 5 months, HandyPJC every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BenQ Smart Controller | HandyPJC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (8 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BenQ Corporation | WEI-LUN HUANG |
Customer experience
BenQ Smart Controller
HandyPJC
In-app purchases
BenQ Smart Controller
No in-app purchases
HandyPJC
- HandyPJC Pro$4.99
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