PC WatchX vs Remote Desktop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
PC WatchX
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The app helps you monitor and control all computers (including Windows and macOS) in your system. Learn more at https://pcwatchx.com Some key features of PC WatchX: - Track the duration of each computer session. - Continuously capture screenshots at customizable intervals. - Monitor live screen activity. - Monitor website browsing history. - Control website access. - Monitor camera activity. - Control mouse and keyboard. - Remotely power on/off computers. - Send notifications and locate computers. And many other optional features.
Remote Desktop
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Your computer, in your pocket. Remote Desktop lets you see and control your Mac or Windows PC right from your iPhone or iPad ā anywhere you have internet. No complicated setup, no servers to run, no port forwarding, no monthly fees. Install the free host app on your computer, select your device, and you're connected. Beautifully simple Most remote desktop tools are built for IT departments. This one is built for you. There's nothing to configure. Open the app, click once, and your computer appears on screen ā live, with sound, and fully controllable. What you can do ⢠See your computer's screen in crisp, real-time video ⢠Hear your computer's audio streamed straight to your device ⢠Tap, scroll, and drag with an intuitive touch-cursor ⢠Type with your on-screen or hardware keyboard ⢠Use a connected trackpad or mouse for precise control ⢠Works great on both iPhone and iPad Set up in seconds Download the free Mac or Windows host app Sign in with the same Apple Account on both devices Select the device you want to control Done ā you're connected Private by design Your connection is direct and end-to-end. Pairing only works between devices signed into your own Apple Account, so no stranger can ever reach your computer. There's no middle-man server storing your screen or your data ā the video, audio, and controls flow straight between your devices. ⢠Free to use ⢠No account to create ⢠No router settings to change ⢠No subscriptions ⢠Just works Whether you need to grab a file, check on a long-running task, run a desktop app on the go, or help yourself from the couch ā Remote Desktop keeps your whole computer one tap away. Note: Requires the free companion host app for Mac or Windows, and both devices must be signed into the same Apple Account. A reliable internet connection is recommended for the best experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PC WatchX at 13.0 against Remote Desktop's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | PC WatchX | Remote Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | ā |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 ā better | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Kien Vu | Michael Inal |
In-app purchases
PC WatchX
No in-app purchases
Remote Desktop
No in-app purchases









