PC WatchX vs MeshRemote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — 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.
MeshRemote
This client allows you to manage MeshCentral servers and their connected devices directly from your iPhone or iPad. It offers features like remote desktop control, SSH access, file management, and power commands for your computer fleet.
- Multiple server profiles
- Remote desktop control
- SSH terminal emulation
- Direct agent shell access
- File browsing and transfer
- Remote power commands
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MeshRemote is an unofficial iOS client for MeshCentral, the open-source remote management platform. Connect to your own MeshCentral server and manage your home-lab or computer fleet. Right from your iPhone or iPad. FEATURES - Multiple Servers: Save as many MeshCentral server profiles as you need and switch between them instantly. - Remote Desktop: View and control device screens with native decoding of MeshCentral's desktop protocol and smooth trackpad-style input. - SSH: Full terminal emulation through your server's SSH relay. - Terminal: Open an agent shell directly on a device (great for Windows machines without SSH). - Files: Browse drives and folders, download and upload files, create folders, rename, and delete. - Power Commands: Wake-on-LAN, restart, sleep, and power off your devices remotely. MeshRemote is an independent, third-party client and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the MeshCentral project. A MeshCentral Server is required in order to utilize all the features of this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MeshRemote at every 10 days against PC WatchX's monthly. PC WatchX's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PC WatchX ships an update monthly, MeshRemote every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PC WatchX | MeshRemote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kien Vu | Micah Ross |
In-app purchases
PC WatchX
No in-app purchases
MeshRemote
No in-app purchases
