Comparison

Chio Remote vs Tomaco

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

Head to head
About

Chio Remote

Features
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Chio Remote provides fast, secure, and reliable remote access to devices from anywhere. It is designed to make remote support, device management, and collaboration simple and efficient for all users. Chio enables instant remote connections using a Chio ID, with no complex setup required. All sessions are protected by end-to-end encryption and access controls to ensure user privacy and data security. The app runs without ads, tracking, or unnecessary data collection. Key Features: • Remote access to devices worldwide • Secure, encrypted sessions with access protection • Simple connection using a Chio ID • Public Access mode for temporary or one-time support sessions • Control who can view or access your screen • Works reliably on both Wi-Fi and mobile networks • Lightweight, intuitive, and suitable for all skill levels Chio is ideal for remote assistance, device access while away from home or work, and real-time guidance or collaboration. Download Chio Remote to experience secure and straightforward remote access.

About

Tomaco

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-performance remote control for your Mac. Experience a responsive, high-quality connection with features like local pointer rendering, instant audio streaming, and robust privacy controls. Access your Mac from anywhere with optional secure remote pairing.

Highlights
  • High-resolution 5K/120Hz display
  • Local pointer rendering for instant response
  • Zero-setup system audio streaming
  • Peer-to-peer local network privacy
  • Secure remote access with Tailscale
  • Two-way clipboard sync and file transfer
  • Adaptive smart shortcut bar
Features
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Tomaco does one thing: turn your iPhone or iPad into the best remote control for your Mac. Built exclusively for the Apple ecosystem — and because of that focus, every millisecond of latency and every frame of quality gets the attention it deserves. WHY TOMACO ■ Best-in-class picture A straight HEVC hardware encode/decode pipeline with up to 5K resolution and 120Hz ProMotion. Code and documents stay razor sharp. When the screen goes still, Tomaco automatically refines the frame to full clarity. ■ It feels right The pointer is rendered locally — it follows your finger instantly, fully decoupled from network latency. Two-finger scrolling has real inertia and rubber-banding. The cursor changes shape with content (I-beam over text, hand over links), just like a real trackpad. ■ Sound, zero setup Your Mac's system audio plays right on your iPhone/iPad. No virtual audio driver, no kernel extension, no reboot — connect and it just works. ■ Private by design Peer-to-peer on your local network: your screen and input never touch a third-party server. Secure Enclave hardware device keys, manual approval on first pairing, end-to-end encryption. ■ Remote made simple Away from home? Pair Tomaco with the free Tailscale app to reach your Mac securely from anywhere — a full guide is built in. Wake-on-LAN wakes a sleeping Mac remotely. FEATURES • Virtual Display: use a headless Mac with a dedicated 5K/120Hz screen (Pro) • Two-way clipboard sync and multi-file transfer • Smart shortcut bar that adapts to the frontmost Mac app (Pro) • Modifier keys bar: ⌘⌥⌃⇧ combos, Esc/Tab/arrows • Multi-display switching, auto-reconnect, adaptive quality on weak networks • Siri & Shortcuts: "Connect my Mac" • Trackpad mode (relative) and Touch mode (tap where you look) FREE & ONE-TIME PURCHASE The free tier is fully usable: no time limits, no ads. Tomaco Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks 5K, 120Hz, the smart shortcut bar, Virtual Display and multiple Macs. No subscription. Ever. WHAT YOU NEED • A Mac (Apple Silicon or Intel, macOS 14+) running the free, notarized Tomaco Helper (download from our site) • iPhone/iPad on the same Wi-Fi, or a Tailscale connection for remote access

Screenshots

Chio Remote4 screens
Tomaco4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tomaco at none against Chio Remote's 3. Tomaco also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, ads, device support 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

Both are free to download. Chio Remote sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Tomaco asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chio Remote ships an update fortnightly, Tomaco weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Chio Remote versus Tomaco: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChio RemoteTomaco
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElf Glass磊 崔

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Chio Remote

One-time3
  • Support the Developer$0.99
  • Support the Developer$2.99
  • Support the Developer$5.99
None

Tomaco

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chio Remote free?
Chio Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tomaco free?
Tomaco is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chio Remote or Tomaco have ads?
Neither Chio Remote nor Tomaco shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chio Remote or Tomaco?
Chio Remote ships an update fortnightly, and Tomaco weekly. Most recently, Chio Remote was updated on October 17, 2026 and Tomaco on October 8, 2026.

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