Dotly vs PowerPoint Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Dotly
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Dotly โ capture to Workflowy in seconds. A fleeting thought. A sudden idea. A task you can't afford to forget. Dotly helps you capture it instantly and send it straight to Workflowy. Whether you're offline or on the move, Dotly keeps your thoughts safe until you're ready to sync. Designed for speed and calm, it brings the art of writing and the beauty of structure together โ in one elegant flow. Features: - Instant Capture: Add notes, ideas, or reminders to Workflowy in seconds. No friction, no fuss. - Offline Outbox: Write anytime, anywhere. Dotly queues your notes and syncs automatically when you're back online. - Minimal Design: A clean, fluid interface that keeps you focused on what matters: your thoughts. - Smart Shortcuts: Capture with a single tap from widgets or keyboard shortcuts. Send instantly, stay in the flow. - History: Review everything you've sent. Your capture timeline, always accessible. - Custom Settings: Choose how and where your dots land inside Workflowy. - Cross-Platform: Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. One purchase unlocks all platforms. Dotly is for thinkers, creators, and builders โ for anyone who believes that every great project begins with a single thought. Download Dotly and start capturing.
PowerPoint Remote
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PowerPoint Remote lets you control Microsoft PowerPoint on your Mac or Windows PC from Apple Watch, iPhone, or iPad. With simple up and down swipe controls, you can move through your slides intuitively during a presentation. You can also check useful presentation information in real time, including: - Current slide number - Slide timer and total timer - Presenter notes Presentation records can also be managed in the iPhone app, making it easier to review your presentations after they are finished. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.surphin.com/services/powerpoint-remote/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PowerPoint Remote at every 8 days against Dotly's every 5 weeks. PowerPoint Remote also leads on iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Dotly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PowerPoint Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Dotly ships an update every 5 weeks, PowerPoint Remote every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on June 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dotly | PowerPoint Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 8 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch โ better | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 18.2 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Andriy Bezemchuk | KEIGO KAWAKAMI |
In-app purchases
Dotly
- Dotly Pro (Lifetime)$2.99
PowerPoint Remote
- PRO Monthly Plan$1.991 Month
- PRO Yearly Plan$19.991 Year





