Comparison

ReeMate vs Desk Remote

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

Head to head
About

ReeMate

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Control your Mac from your iPhone over Bluetooth - fast, simple, and always within reach. ReeMate is built for those moments when your Mac is just out of reach: on the couch, during a presentation, or while you’re focused on something else. Open the app, connect via Bluetooth, and take control in seconds. ReeMate requires the free companion app ReeMate Server installed on your Mac. Instructions to download and install it are provided within the app. Key features: - Bluetooth remote control for your Mac - Volume controls: raise/lower volume and mute instantly - Microphone controls: mute/unmute without touching your mac - Media controls: play/pause, next, previous - Mouse control: use your iPhone like a trackpad to move the cursor with precision - Mouse actions: click, right‑click, drag and scroll support for everyday navigation - Remote keyboard: use your iPhone as a wireless Mac keyboard - Shortcuts support: trigger common keyboard shortcuts or custom ones to speed up your workflow ReeMate keeps the experience clean and focused: it’s a practical remote designed for real life.

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Desk Remote

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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Move the cursor, type, control media, switch apps, and more — all without getting up. REQUIRES THE FREE MAC APP Desk Remote comes in two parts. This app runs on your iPhone; the free Desk Remote for Mac companion app runs on your Mac. Open Desk Remote on your iPhone and tap "Send link to my Mac" — the download link goes straight to your computer by AirDrop, Messages or Mail. Get the Mac app: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758866900 With both installed, the two find each other over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with zero configuration. Just open the app, tap your Mac, and start controlling. TRACKPAD • Single finger — move the cursor • Two fingers — scroll • Tap — left click • Double tap — double click • Two-finger tap — right click • Long press + drag — click and drag • Pinch — zoom in/out KEYBOARD • Full text input • Modifier keys: Cmd, Ctrl, Option • F1–F12 function keys • Arrow keys • Backspace and special keys MEDIA & SYSTEM CONTROLS • Play / Pause / Next / Previous • Volume up & down • Screen brightness • Mission Control & Spotlight APP LAUNCHER • View all running apps on your Mac • Switch to any app with one tap POWER MENU • Sleep, restart, log out, shut down — remotely CONNECTIVITY • Auto-discovery via Wi-Fi (Bonjour) and Bluetooth LE • Real-time connection status • Instant reconnection Free version includes trackpad, scrolling, clicks, and keyboard input. Upgrade to Pro to unlock media controls, volume, brightness, F-keys, arrow keys, app launcher, power menu, and advanced gestures. Requires the free Desk Remote for Mac app (Mac App Store, macOS 14 or later). SUBSCRIPTION Desk Remote Pro is an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://gelfand.dev/?policy=desk-remote-client

Screenshots

ReeMate4 screens
Desk Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ReeMate at none against Desk Remote's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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. ReeMate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Desk Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
ReeMate versus Desk Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReeMateDesk Remote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarco AvizzanoDaniil Nuzhdin

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ReeMate

One-time1
  • ReeMate Unlimited$9.99
2 purchases

Desk Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Desk Remote Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Desk Remote Pro Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is ReeMate free?
ReeMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Desk Remote free?
Desk Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ReeMate or Desk Remote have ads?
Desk Remote shows ads; ReeMate does not.

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