SlideLynk vs PowerPoint Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SlideLynk
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Turn Your iPhone or Apple Watch Into a Professional Presentation Remote SlideLynk gives you complete control over your presentations from your iPhone or Apple Watch. Control PowerPoint and Keynote wirelessly over your local Wi‑Fi or mobile hotspot — no cables, no dongles, and no subscription required for core use. FREE TO START • 2 presentation sessions per day (60 minutes each) • Connect to 1 saved computer • QR code and auto-discovery connection • Manual IP connection as a fallback • Basic slide navigation — next, previous, start, and stop • Multiple phones can connect to the same presentation KEY FEATURES INSTANT CONNECTION • Scan QR code to connect in seconds • Auto-discovery finds your computer automatically • Manual IP connection for restricted networks • Mobile hotspot support — present anywhere, even without Wi‑Fi COMPLETE REMOTE CONTROL Included with the free tier: • Next/Previous slide navigation • Start/Stop presentations • Live slide counter and progress • Quick navigation (+/− 5 slides) SlideLynk Pro unlocks: • Jump to any slide instantly • Black/White screen controls • Volume button control — use physical buttons as a clicker • Unlimited sessions with no time limits • Unlimited saved computers APPLE WATCH COMPANION (SLIDELYNK PRO) • Control slides directly from your wrist • Watch communicates seamlessly with your iPhone • See current/total slide indicators • Easy tap targets for seamless control MULTI-DEVICE SUPPORT • Connect multiple phones simultaneously • Perfect for team presentations or backup remotes PRIVATE & SECURE • Everything runs on your local Wi‑Fi or mobile hotspot • No cloud tracking for slide control — your presentations stay private • Optional sign-in with Google or Apple for Pro, teams, and subscription sync • SlideLynk Pro: password-protected access and access control SLIDELYNK PRO — TEAM SHARING • Invite up to 2 colleagues via link, QR code, or team code • Team members get full Pro features • Manage members and remove access anytime • Real-time notifications for team activity WORKS EVERYWHERE • Microsoft PowerPoint (Windows, Mac) • Apple Keynote (Mac) • Free SlideLynk Desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux COMPREHENSIVE HELP • In-app Help Center • Step-by-step guides and FAQs • Interactive onboarding tour Perfect for: • Business professionals • Educators and trainers • Students • Conference speakers • Anyone who presents Download SlideLynk Desktop for free from slidelynk.com to get started. Privacy-focused. Free tier. Professional control. --- SlideLynk Pro is an auto-renewable annual subscription. Renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in App Store account settings. A free trial may be available when offered by the App Store. Privacy Policy: https://slidelynk.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://slidelynk.com/terms Apple Licensed Application EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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 iOS requirement: SlideLynk at 15.1 against PowerPoint Remote's 18.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. SlideLynk sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year 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.
SlideLynk ships an update every 2 weeks, PowerPoint Remote every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SlideLynk | PowerPoint Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Abhishikth Raj Marepally | KEIGO KAWAKAMI |
In-app purchases
SlideLynk
- SlideLynk Pro1 Month trial$4.991 Year
PowerPoint Remote
- PRO Monthly Plan$1.991 Month
- PRO Yearly Plan$19.991 Year
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