Comparison

Splashtop Business vs Windows App Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Splashtop Business

Access and control your office computer remotely from any device, anywhere. This app provides secure remote desktop access for individuals and IT teams, offering features like unattended access, live support, and cross-platform compatibility.

Highlights
  • Unattended remote access
  • On-demand support
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Multi-to-multi monitor support
  • Remote print
  • Chat functionality
  • Session recording
Features
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An in-person remote access and support experience that you need, with security you can trust Easily provide secure remote access and support across your organization. Work from anywhere with remote desktop access to your powerful office computer from a laptop or mobile device. And IT & helpdesk teams have all the features they need to manage remote support for their entire organization. Why Splashtop • Anytime unattended access with 4k streaming • Simple on-demand support across all platforms • Security you can trust to enable users to work from home • Live support when you need it Experience Splashtop Today – Start a Free Trial 1. Download the business app on the devices/computers you would like to connect from 2. Sign up for a free trial and create a Splashtop account 3. Download the streamer (splashtop.com/streamer) on the computer you would like to connect to 4. That’s it! Login and start your session! *For attended access, please have your end-user download the Splashtop SOS App to their computer or mobile device. Key Features: • Broad Device Support – iOS, Windows, Mac, & Linux • Cross-Platform Support • Multi-to-Multi Monitor • Remote Print • Chat • User Management* • Group View* • Remote reboot and reconnect* • Unattended Remote Control* • Attended Remote Access and Remote Control* • Session Recording* • SSO** • Remote Device Management** *SOS and Enterprise **Enterprise Splashtop Products – Pick the product that is right for you! • Splashtop Business Access (splashtop.com/business) - Unattended desktop remote access for individuals and businesses to control computers from anywhere • Splashtop SOS (splashtop.com/sos) - Attended and unattended remote access and support for IT and Helpdesk teams • Splashtop Enterprise (splashtop.com/enterprise) - Attended and unattended remote access and support with SSO/SAML integration, remote device management, and more!

About

Windows App Mobile

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

Highlights
  • Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktops
  • Access managed resources
  • Remote Desktop Gateway support
  • Connection management and favorites
  • Audio and video streaming
  • Device redirection (folders, clipboard, microphone, camera)
  • External monitor support
Features
Currently charting
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Windows App Mobile for iOS and iPadOS (previously named Remote Desktop Mobile) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services. Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice. GET STARTED • Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup. KEY FEATURES • Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor. • Easily switch between Entra accounts. • Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode. By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).

Screenshots

Splashtop Business4 screens
Windows App Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Splashtop Business at 4.8 against Windows App Mobile's 4.2. Splashtop Business also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 35%) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Windows App Mobile's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Splashtop Business holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.7K and 7.9K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Splashtop Business's written reviews are positive against 35% of Windows App Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Splashtop Business ships an update every 2 months, Windows App Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Splashtop Business versus Windows App Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSplashtop BusinessWindows App Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4.7K ratings) — better4.2 (7.9K ratings)
Positive reviews68.3% of reviews — better34.7% of reviews
Number of ratings4.7K7.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#170 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB199 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSplashtop Inc.Microsoft Corporation

Customer experience

Splashtop Business

All ratings4,688 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews183 reviews
Positive68.3%
Neutral10.9%
Negative20.8%

Windows App Mobile

All ratings7,899 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative17.5%
Written reviews708 reviews
Positive34.7%
Neutral15.8%
Negative49.4%

User reviews

Splashtop Business

From 4.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Smooth remote access
  • 💡 Versatile for multiple devices
  • 🔒 Reliable security
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection issues
  • 🔋 Battery drain on mobile devices
  • 🖱️ Suboptimal mouse/keyboard support
  • 📺 Lack of full-screen support on iPad

Windows App Mobile

From 7.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless remote desktop experience
  • 👍 Smooth mouse and keyboard support
  • 🚀 Reliable connections
  • 👍 Great integration with Windows
  • 🚀 Responsive and fast

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard issues (no virtual keyboard, input problems)
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Resolution and scaling problems
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates

Bugs and requests

Splashtop Business

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Shift key getting stuck
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Unreliable remote desktop access

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved multi-screen support
  • File transfer capabilities
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Automatic reconnection on network disruption

Windows App Mobile

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Keyboard not working properly
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • Resolution and scaling problems
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full screen support for external monitors
  • Ability to save/sync connection profiles
  • Support for multiple monitors and remote apps
  • Improved keyboard functionality (F-keys, shortcuts)
  • Better mouse/trackpad support (right-click, scrolling)

In-app purchases

None

Splashtop Business

No in-app purchases

None

Windows App Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Splashtop Business free?
Splashtop Business is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Windows App Mobile free?
Windows App Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Splashtop Business or Windows App Mobile?
Splashtop Business is rated higher. Splashtop Business averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.7K ratings, while Windows App Mobile averages 4.2 from 7.9K ratings.
Do Splashtop Business or Windows App Mobile have ads?
Neither Splashtop Business nor Windows App Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Splashtop Business or Windows App Mobile?
Splashtop Business ships an update every 2 months, and Windows App Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, Splashtop Business was updated on October 30, 2026 and Windows App Mobile on October 31, 2026.

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