Comparison

AC Remote vs AC Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

AC Remote

Transform your smartphone into a universal air conditioner remote. Control temperature, modes, and timers for various brands remotely via Wi-Fi. Offers smart scheduling and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Control AC without physical remote
  • Supports multiple AC units
  • Auto-detects compatible ACs
  • Works with major AC brands
  • Control temperature, mode, fan speed, swing, timer
  • Smart scheduling for energy saving
  • Clean and easy-to-use interface
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No remote? No problem. Turn your phone into a universal remote for your air conditioner — anywhere, over Wi-Fi. Works with most major brands like Daikin, LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba, Gree, Midea, Carrier and more. Manage several AC units from one simple app. KEY FEATURES - Control temperature, mode, fan speed, swing and timers from your phone - Manage multiple air conditioners in one app - Auto-detects compatible ACs on your Wi-Fi network - Smart scheduling: set on/off timers to save energy - Works with Apple HomeKit - Clean, simple, easy-to-use interface Stay cool and in control — download AC Remote and make your air conditioning smarter. SUBSCRIPTION AC Remote offers Weekly, Monthly and Yearly subscriptions that remove ads and unlock all features. The price and billing period are shown on the purchase screen in your local currency before you confirm. - Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://alcheclub.co/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://alcheclub.co/privacy-policy/

About

AC Remote Control

Control compatible air conditioners directly from your Apple Home devices. Adjust power, temperature, modes, and fan speed, set timers, and receive maintenance reminders. Offers weather-aware guidance and clear command feedback.

Highlights
  • Control power, temperature, mode, and fan speed
  • Find compatible climate devices in Apple Home
  • View connection status and manage multiple rooms
  • Set shutoff timers and comfort schedules
  • Receive filter maintenance reminders
  • Weather-aware temperature guidance
Features
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Take control of your comfort with Remote AC—a simple, modern controller for compatible air conditioners in Apple Home. Adjust your AC without searching for the physical remote. Remote AC brings essential controls, device status, timers, comfort insights, and maintenance reminders together in one calm, easy-to-use app. KEY FEATURES • Control power, temperature, operating mode, fan speed, and swing • Find compatible climate devices already connected to Apple Home • View connection status and manage multiple rooms • Set convenient shutoff timers • Organize and review comfort schedules • Get weather-aware temperature guidance powered by Apple Weather • Track filter maintenance with helpful reminders • Choose Celsius or Fahrenheit • See clear feedback when commands succeed or fail • Use manual city entry when location access is unavailable FREE, SUPPORTED BY ADS Remote AC is free and supported by advertising. Banner ads appear on the main screens, and a full-screen ad may appear when you open the app or after you send several commands. REMOVE ADS A one-time in-app purchase removes all ads permanently. You can also watch a short rewarded video to remove ads for one hour. YOUR DATA Remote AC does not require an account. Your devices, schedules, timers, and maintenance records stay on your device. The app contains no analytics SDK. Google AdMob processes advertising data to serve and measure ads; the app shows Google's consent message where required and asks for your tracking permission, and you can change both at any time in Settings → Privacy Choices. Location is requested only when you choose to view local weather insights. Compatibility and available controls depend on the climate device and the features it exposes through Apple Home. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AC Remote4 screens
AC Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

AC Remote and AC Remote Control both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of AC Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 0% of AC Remote's. AC Remote Control also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 weeks). AC Remote's advantage is ratings volume (119 vs 33). On price, rating, 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. AC Remote sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and AC Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AC Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 119 and 33 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of AC Remote's written reviews are positive against 71% of AC Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AC Remote ships an update every 4 weeks, AC Remote Control every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AC Remote versus AC Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAC RemoteAC Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (119 ratings)4.6 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings119 — better33
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperALCHE CLUB COMPANY LIMITEDFREE MOBILE APPS STUDIO ONE MEMBER COMPANY LIMITED

Customer experience

AC Remote

All ratings119 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

AC Remote Control

All ratings32 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

AC Remote

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly Premium$2.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly$7.997 Days
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  • Premium Monthly Trial3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium1 Month trial$69.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Trial3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99
3 purchases

AC Remote Control

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Ad-Free$4.997 Days
  • Annual Ad-Free3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Ad-Free$39.99

Questions

Is AC Remote free?
AC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AC Remote Control free?
AC Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AC Remote or AC Remote Control?
AC Remote Control is rated higher. AC Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while AC Remote Control averages 4.6 from 33 ratings.
Do AC Remote or AC Remote Control have ads?
Both AC Remote and AC Remote Control show ads.
Which is updated more often, AC Remote or AC Remote Control?
AC Remote ships an update every 4 weeks, and AC Remote Control every 9 days. Most recently, AC Remote was updated on October 30, 2026 and AC Remote Control on October 29, 2026.

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