Remotiq PC Remote vs Tomaco
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Remotiq PC Remote
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Control your computer comfortably from your iPhone. Remotiq turns your phone into a simple, responsive remote that works over the same Wi-Fi network. CONNECT IN SECONDS Open Remotiq Desktop on your computer, scan the QR code, and pair. Use automatic discovery or enter the IP address, port, and pairing code manually. HIGHLIGHTS • Responsive touchpad for pointer movement and scrolling • Left, middle, and right mouse clicks • Send text with the iPhone keyboard • Play, pause, skip, seek, and volume controls • Browser navigation, tab, and zoom shortcuts • Launch shortcuts reported by the paired computer • Remember multiple computers and reconnect quickly • Connection checks and detailed diagnostics LOCAL BY DESIGN Remotiq does not require an account. Remote commands stay between your phone and paired computer on the local network; there is no internet relay or cloud transfer. Pseudonymous Firebase usage and diagnostic reporting can be disabled in Settings. REQUIREMENTS Remotiq Desktop Agent must be open on a Windows or macOS computer, and both devices must be on the same local network. Camera permission is used only to scan pairing QR codes. Local Network access is used only to find and connect to your computer. Desktop download and support: https://umitcagdas.github.io/Remotiq/
Tomaco
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-performance remote control for your Mac. Experience a responsive, high-quality connection with features like local pointer rendering, instant audio streaming, and robust privacy controls. Access your Mac from anywhere with optional secure remote pairing.
- High-resolution 5K/120Hz display
- Local pointer rendering for instant response
- Zero-setup system audio streaming
- Peer-to-peer local network privacy
- Secure remote access with Tailscale
- Two-way clipboard sync and file transfer
- Adaptive smart shortcut bar
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Tomaco does one thing: turn your iPhone or iPad into the best remote control for your Mac. Built exclusively for the Apple ecosystem — and because of that focus, every millisecond of latency and every frame of quality gets the attention it deserves. WHY TOMACO ■ Best-in-class picture A straight HEVC hardware encode/decode pipeline with up to 5K resolution and 120Hz ProMotion. Code and documents stay razor sharp. When the screen goes still, Tomaco automatically refines the frame to full clarity. ■ It feels right The pointer is rendered locally — it follows your finger instantly, fully decoupled from network latency. Two-finger scrolling has real inertia and rubber-banding. The cursor changes shape with content (I-beam over text, hand over links), just like a real trackpad. ■ Sound, zero setup Your Mac's system audio plays right on your iPhone/iPad. No virtual audio driver, no kernel extension, no reboot — connect and it just works. ■ Private by design Peer-to-peer on your local network: your screen and input never touch a third-party server. Secure Enclave hardware device keys, manual approval on first pairing, end-to-end encryption. ■ Remote made simple Away from home? Pair Tomaco with the free Tailscale app to reach your Mac securely from anywhere — a full guide is built in. Wake-on-LAN wakes a sleeping Mac remotely. FEATURES • Virtual Display: use a headless Mac with a dedicated 5K/120Hz screen (Pro) • Two-way clipboard sync and multi-file transfer • Smart shortcut bar that adapts to the frontmost Mac app (Pro) • Modifier keys bar: ⌘⌥⌃⇧ combos, Esc/Tab/arrows • Multi-display switching, auto-reconnect, adaptive quality on weak networks • Siri & Shortcuts: "Connect my Mac" • Trackpad mode (relative) and Touch mode (tap where you look) FREE & ONE-TIME PURCHASE The free tier is fully usable: no time limits, no ads. Tomaco Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks 5K, 120Hz, the smart shortcut bar, Virtual Display and multiple Macs. No subscription. Ever. WHAT YOU NEED • A Mac (Apple Silicon or Intel, macOS 14+) running the free, notarized Tomaco Helper (download from our site) • iPhone/iPad on the same Wi-Fi, or a Tailscale connection for remote access
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Tomaco at none against Remotiq PC Remote's shown. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Remotiq PC Remote ships an update every 5 days, Tomaco weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remotiq PC Remote | Tomaco |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Umit Cagdas | 磊 崔 |
In-app purchases
Remotiq PC Remote
No in-app purchases
Tomaco
No in-app purchases









