Comparison

Remote Wake Up Mobile vs Cairn Maps

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

Head to head
About

Remote Wake Up Mobile

Control your devices remotely using SSH, AppleScript, or Wake-on-LAN. Discover devices on your network, run commands, and manage hosts with custom labels. Sync your setup across devices and trigger actions via widgets or Siri Shortcuts.

Highlights
  • SSH and AppleScript command execution
  • Wake-on-LAN and Internet Wake support
  • Built-in network device browser
  • Reusable command definitions
  • Host labeling and sorting
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Widget and Shortcuts integration
Features
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Wake your computer before you sit down. Run maintenance from your phone. Keep your everyday commands a tap away. Remote Wake Up puts compatible computers and network devices within reach from your iPhone and iPad. Manage your workstation, home server or lab over your local network or the internet. KEY FEATURES • Wake Devices with Wake-on-LAN Wake compatible computers and network devices locally or over the internet with the appropriate network setup. • Run Commands Remotely Execute shell commands over SSH or run AppleScripts on Macs. View command output and error logs to see what happened. • Start with Built-In Examples Use practical command examples for macOS, Linux and Windows to check system status, troubleshoot networks and manage devices—or create your own. • Create Once, Reuse Often Save commands and assign them to multiple compatible devices. Spend less time repeating the same setup. • Keep Favorites Close Mark frequently used devices as favorites for quick access. Organize your devices with labels, icons, search and sorting. • Discover Local Devices Find devices on your network with the built-in network browser and add them without manually entering every IP address. • Sync with iCloud Keep your saved devices and commands synchronized across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. • Use Widgets and Shortcuts Run saved commands from your Home Screen widgets or through Shortcuts and Siri. APPLE WATCH Browse your devices and favorites, run saved commands and read the results from your wrist. Commands run through your paired iPhone, which must be nearby and connected. MADE FOR YOUR EVERYDAY TASKS Wake your workstation before connecting remotely, check your server’s status, run maintenance scripts or put a Mac to sleep when you’re finished. Available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese and Chinese, including regional language variants. REQUIREMENTS Wake-on-LAN requires compatible devices and network settings. Remote commands require SSH access on the target device. Access over the internet requires appropriate network configuration. Remote Wake Up for macOS is sold separately and shares your devices and commands through iCloud.

About

Cairn Maps

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Offline Trail Maps and GPS Hiking Tracker Navigate the wilderness with confidence using Cairn, the hiking and outdoor navigation app designed for adventurers who venture beyond cell service. Whether planning a day hike or multi day backpacking trip, Cairn provides essential tools to stay on track and record your journeys. OFFLINE MAPS FOR BACKCOUNTRY EXPLORATION Download high quality topographic maps before leaving home and access them anywhere without internet connection. Save custom map regions at multiple resolution levels, ensuring detailed terrain information when you need it most. The tile-based download system optimizes storage while maintaining excellent map clarity for wilderness navigation. GPS TRACK RECORDING AND STATISTICS Record every step of your outdoor adventures with precision GPS tracking. Cairn captures your route, elevation changes, speed, and distance in real-time. Review detailed statistics including total distance, elevation gain and loss, average pace, and duration. The elevation profile visualizes your climb throughout each journey. WAYPOINT AND ROUTE PLANNING Plan adventures by creating custom routes with multiple waypoints. Drop markers at trailheads, campsites, water sources, and scenic viewpoints. The route planning system calculates total distance, cumulative elevation changes, and estimated hiking time to help you prepare for each expedition. TRAIL DISCOVERY AND SEARCH Find new trails using built-in discovery features. Search hiking paths by name, location, difficulty level, surface type, and distance. Filter results to match your preferences, from easy nature walks to challenging mountain ascents. Trail listings include length, elevation gain, estimated time, and terrain conditions. TRACK IMPORT AND EXPORT Transfer hiking data between apps and devices seamlessly. Import GPX, KML, FIT, TCX, and GeoJSON files from Garmin, AllTrails, and OnX Backcountry. Export recorded tracks to share with friends or backup your adventures. The import system preserves all track details including timestamps and elevation data. PUBLIC LAND BOUNDARIES Know where you can legally hike and camp with integrated public land boundary information. View national forests, wilderness areas, and state parks directly on the map. Plan trips within permitted areas and discover new public lands near your location. REAL TIME NAVIGATION ASSISTANCE Follow planned routes with navigation designed for trail use. The system tracks progress along routes, displays distance to upcoming waypoints, and alerts you when approaching key locations. Visual indicators show bearing and direction to keep you oriented. TRACK HISTORY Access complete hiking history organized by date with detailed statistics. Search past tracks, review performance trends, and revisit favorite trails. Track management groups activities by week, month, and year for easy progress tracking. CUSTOMIZABLE MAP DISPLAY Tailor map display with multiple overlay options. Toggle visibility of trails, waypoints, and public land boundaries. The dark-themed interface reduces eye strain while maintaining readability in bright sunlight. STORAGE MANAGEMENT Monitor offline map storage with built in tools. View space occupied by each downloaded region, delete unneeded maps, and resume interrupted downloads. KEY FEATURES Downloadable offline topographic maps GPS track recording with elevation and speed metrics Custom waypoint creation with icons Route planning with distance calculations Trail search with filtering options Import from GPX, KML, FIT, TCX, GeoJSON Public land boundary visualization Real-time navigation guidance Track history and statistics Dark theme for outdoor use Download Cairn and transform how you explore the outdoors. From local trails to remote wilderness, hike with confidence and preserve memories of every journey. Perfect for hiking, backpacking, trail running, and outdoor activities where reliable navigation matters.

Screenshots

Remote Wake Up Mobile3 screens
Cairn Maps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cairn Maps at Free against Remote Wake Up Mobile's $9.99. Cairn Maps also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). Remote Wake Up Mobile's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

Cairn Maps is free to download; Remote Wake Up Mobile costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Wake Up Mobile ships an update every 3 months, Cairn Maps every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote Wake Up Mobile versus Cairn Maps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Wake Up MobileCairn Maps
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel WittYMMV

In-app purchases

None

Remote Wake Up Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

Cairn Maps

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote Wake Up Mobile free?
Remote Wake Up Mobile costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cairn Maps free?
Cairn Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote Wake Up Mobile or Cairn Maps have ads?
Neither Remote Wake Up Mobile nor Cairn Maps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote Wake Up Mobile or Cairn Maps?
Remote Wake Up Mobile ships an update every 3 months, and Cairn Maps every 6 days. Most recently, Remote Wake Up Mobile was updated on October 24, 2026 and Cairn Maps on October 14, 2026.

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