Comparison

PC Screenshotter vs Remote Desktop

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

Head to head
About

PC Screenshotter

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**Remote screenshot capture and management for Windows PCs.** PC Screenshotter turns your iPhone into a remote capture controller and screenshot viewer for your Windows computer. Capture your screen from across the room, preview results instantly on your phone, and save or share screenshots without touching your PC. Designed as a companion to the PC Screenshotter Windows app, this iOS app provides a focused, lightweight workflow for capturing and managing desktop screenshots directly from your iPhone. **How It Works** 1. Run the PC Screenshotter companion app on your Windows PC 2. Scan the pairing QR code using your iPhone 3. Trigger screen captures remotely 4. Instantly preview, save, or share screenshots on iOS **What You Can Do on iPhone** - Remote Capture Control – Trigger screenshots on your PC with a single tap - Instant Preview – View captured screenshots immediately on your iPhone - Screenshot History – Browse recent captures in one place - Save to Photos – Store screenshots directly in your iOS Photos library - Share Anywhere – Use the iOS Share Sheet to send images to Messages, Mail, AirDrop, and more - Private & Local – No accounts, no cloud services, no external servers **Ideal For** - Presenters capturing slides or live demos - Educators and trainers recording tutorials - Streamers and creators grabbing moments on demand - Anyone who wants fast, wireless screenshot control without interrupting their workflow **Privacy & Security** All communication stays on your local network. Screenshots are transferred directly between your PC and iPhone—nothing is uploaded, tracked, or stored externally. **Requirements** - A Windows PC running the free PC Screenshotter companion app - iPhone and PC connected to the same local Wi-Fi network

About

Remote Desktop

Access and control your Mac or Windows PC from your iPhone or iPad with this easy-to-use remote desktop solution. Enjoy real-time video and audio streaming, intuitive touch controls, and secure, end-to-end encrypted connections without any complex setup or fees.

Highlights
  • Remote computer control
  • Real-time video and audio streaming
  • Intuitive touch-cursor control
  • End-to-end encrypted connection
  • No-setup required
  • Free to use
Features
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Your computer, in your pocket. Remote Desktop lets you see and control your Mac or Windows PC right from your iPhone or iPad — anywhere you have internet. No complicated setup, no servers to run, no port forwarding, no monthly fees. Install the free host app on your computer, select your device, and you're connected. Beautifully simple Most remote desktop tools are built for IT departments. This one is built for you. There's nothing to configure. Open the app, click once, and your computer appears on screen — live, with sound, and fully controllable. What you can do • See your computer's screen in crisp, real-time video • Hear your computer's audio streamed straight to your device • Tap, scroll, and drag with an intuitive touch-cursor • Type with your on-screen or hardware keyboard • Use a connected trackpad or mouse for precise control • Works great on both iPhone and iPad Set up in seconds Download the free Mac or Windows host app Sign in with the same Apple Account on both devices Select the device you want to control Done — you're connected Private by design Your connection is direct and end-to-end. Pairing only works between devices signed into your own Apple Account, so no stranger can ever reach your computer. There's no middle-man server storing your screen or your data — the video, audio, and controls flow straight between your devices. • Free to use • No account to create • No router settings to change • No subscriptions • Just works Whether you need to grab a file, check on a long-running task, run a desktop app on the go, or help yourself from the couch — Remote Desktop keeps your whole computer one tap away. Note: Requires the free companion host app for Mac or Windows, and both devices must be signed into the same Apple Account. A reliable internet connection is recommended for the best experience.

Screenshots

PC Screenshotter3 screens
Remote Desktop3 screens

Verdict

The call

PC Screenshotter and Remote Desktop are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
PC Screenshotter versus Remote Desktop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPC ScreenshotterRemote Desktop
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB15 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTim HeuerMichael Inal

In-app purchases

None

PC Screenshotter

No in-app purchases

None

Remote Desktop

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PC Screenshotter free?
PC Screenshotter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Desktop free?
Remote Desktop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PC Screenshotter or Remote Desktop have ads?
Neither PC Screenshotter nor Remote Desktop shows ads.

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