Comparison

DevMate vs DevRemote

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

Head to head
About

DevMate

Manage and debug ADB-enabled devices remotely. Control files, apps, and device information, including screen mirroring and log viewing. Offers subscription for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Device discovery and connection
  • File and app management
  • Remote control and input
  • Screen mirroring and recording
  • Device information monitoring
  • Logcat viewer with filtering
Features
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A professional device management and debugging tool. Discover devices quickly via pairing, IP connection, or local network scanning, with automatic connection history. Once connected, you can manage and control devices efficiently: - File Management: Browse folders and files, push, pull, move, copy, rename - package Management: View packages, search, deploy, remove, clear cache, launch, stop, freeze - Remote Control: Navigation, media control, text and numeric input, custom commands, mirror control - Screen Management: Screenshots, screen recording, live mirroring - Device Info: Monitor battery, memory, storage, CPU, system, and network - Logcat Viewer: Filter logs by level, search keywords, export logs Ideal for device management and testing. If you have any questions about the app, or requests for features you would like to see, just write a short review or use the button inside the app to contact me. Get more support on https://www.whalesgrowth.top/ DevMate Pro Subscriptions You can subscribe for DevMate Pro Subscriptions to all features and content offered for purchase within the app. DevMate Pro offers subscriptions. The subscription prices are: (i) Monthly Subscription ($2.99 / Month) (ii) Yearly Subscription ($19.99 / Year) You can subscribe to a Monthly Subscription plan ($2.99 billed once a month) or a Yearly Subscription plan ($19.99 billed once a year). Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. The prices are in US dollars. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Our app is functional without purchasing an Auto-Renewable subscription, and you can use all the unlocked content after the subscription expires. Q: How do I restore the subscriptions on new devices? A: You can tap the 'Restore' button on the subscription page. Privacy Policy: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/pp/ Terms of Service: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/tos/

About

DevRemote

Features
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Connect, control and manage compatible devices over your local network. DevRemote combines remote control, APK installation, screen viewing, file management and debugging tools for compatible phones, tablets and TVs with network debugging enabled. CONNECT • Discover nearby devices available for direct connection • Pair with a Wireless Debugging code or QR code when supported • Connect by IP address and connection port after the required authorization • Save devices for convenient reconnection REMOTE AND SCREEN • Navigate with a D-pad or touchpad and send text • Use Home, Back and Menu; control media, volume and power when supported • View the device screen and interact by tapping, dragging and swiping • Capture screenshots and recordings when supported APKs, APPS AND FILES • Install APKs on the connected device • Browse user and system apps; launch, uninstall and perform supported app actions • Browse accessible folders, download files and upload files to the device • Create folders, rename and delete items where permissions allow DEVICE TOOLS • Run Shell commands and view or filter Logcat output • Check device information, battery, memory and storage BEFORE YOU CONNECT The target device must support device debugging over the local network, with network debugging or Wireless Debugging enabled. Both devices must be able to communicate over that network. Pairing or on-device authorization may be required. Code and QR pairing require support on the target device. Pairing and connection ports are not interchangeable. Features vary by device, system version and permissions. This is not a universal remote for every TV. Protected or DRM video may not appear in screen viewing. APK installation, app management, file operations and Shell commands apply to the connected external device. APK files are not installed or executed on iOS. PRO Remote control, continued screen viewing and interaction, APK installation and app actions, file uploads and editing, Shell and Logcat require Pro. Pro is available as an annual subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. No DevRemote account is required. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://softfinch.com/devremote/privacy

Screenshots

DevMate4 screens
DevRemote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: DevMate at #135 against DevRemote's unranked. DevMate also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. DevMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and DevRemote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DevMate ships an update every 8 days, DevRemote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
DevMate versus DevRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevMateDevRemote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
Best chart rank#135 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer小玲 王文武 马

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DevMate

Subscriptions2
  • DevMate Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • DevMate Pro Yearly$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • DevMate Lifetime Access$19.99
2 purchases

DevRemote

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Pro$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99

Questions

Is DevMate free?
DevMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DevRemote free?
DevRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DevMate or DevRemote have ads?
Neither DevMate nor DevRemote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DevMate or DevRemote?
DevMate ships an update every 8 days, and DevRemote every 3 weeks. Most recently, DevMate was updated on October 25, 2026 and DevRemote on October 27, 2026.

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