Comparison

G Remote Controller vs Desk Remote

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

Head to head
About

G Remote Controller

Features
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G Remote controller is built to give you remote control over your Mac through your iPhone, the main screen is a representation on a Trackpad designed to make apple users feel at home when performing click scroll and swipe gestures. G Remote Controller also has a built in keyboard so you can also type into your Mac through your iPhone.

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Desk Remote

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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Move the cursor, type, control media, switch apps, and more — all without getting up. REQUIRES THE FREE MAC APP Desk Remote comes in two parts. This app runs on your iPhone; the free Desk Remote for Mac companion app runs on your Mac. Open Desk Remote on your iPhone and tap "Send link to my Mac" — the download link goes straight to your computer by AirDrop, Messages or Mail. Get the Mac app: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758866900 With both installed, the two find each other over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with zero configuration. Just open the app, tap your Mac, and start controlling. TRACKPAD • Single finger — move the cursor • Two fingers — scroll • Tap — left click • Double tap — double click • Two-finger tap — right click • Long press + drag — click and drag • Pinch — zoom in/out KEYBOARD • Full text input • Modifier keys: Cmd, Ctrl, Option • F1–F12 function keys • Arrow keys • Backspace and special keys MEDIA & SYSTEM CONTROLS • Play / Pause / Next / Previous • Volume up & down • Screen brightness • Mission Control & Spotlight APP LAUNCHER • View all running apps on your Mac • Switch to any app with one tap POWER MENU • Sleep, restart, log out, shut down — remotely CONNECTIVITY • Auto-discovery via Wi-Fi (Bonjour) and Bluetooth LE • Real-time connection status • Instant reconnection Free version includes trackpad, scrolling, clicks, and keyboard input. Upgrade to Pro to unlock media controls, volume, brightness, F-keys, arrow keys, app launcher, power menu, and advanced gestures. Requires the free Desk Remote for Mac app (Mac App Store, macOS 14 or later). SUBSCRIPTION Desk Remote Pro is an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://gelfand.dev/?policy=desk-remote-client

Screenshots

G Remote Controller4 screens
Desk Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: G Remote Controller at none against Desk Remote's 2. G Remote Controller also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Desk Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. G Remote Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

G Remote Controller ships an update every 5 days, Desk Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and August 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
G Remote Controller versus Desk Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterG Remote ControllerDesk Remote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGabriel CastilloDaniil Nuzhdin

In-app purchases

None

G Remote Controller

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Desk Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Desk Remote Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Desk Remote Pro Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is G Remote Controller free?
G Remote Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Desk Remote free?
Desk Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do G Remote Controller or Desk Remote have ads?
Desk Remote shows ads; G Remote Controller does not.
Which is updated more often, G Remote Controller or Desk Remote?
G Remote Controller ships an update every 5 days, and Desk Remote every 2 months. Most recently, G Remote Controller was updated on September 17, 2026 and Desk Remote on August 5, 2026.

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