Remote Desktop vs Mirrox

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.

Mirrox is the remote desktop for your Mac that feels truly native. Connect to your Mac’s built-in Screen Sharing (VNC) over your local network or Tailscale and control it from your iPad or iPhone. Built entirely with native SwiftUI, Mirrox implements the complete VNC protocol in Swift with no third-party libraries, no cloud relay, and no account required. Your screen never leaves your network. // Find Your Mac Automatically Stop typing IP addresses. Mirrox automatically discovers Macs running Screen Sharing using Bonjour, fast local network scanning, and reachability checks for your Tailscale machines. Just tap your Mac and connect. // A Remote That Feels Physical • Trackpad mode with precise relative cursor movement and edge-detection haptics • Tap to click, drag to drag, long press or two-finger tap to right-click • Two-finger scrolling, pinch to zoom into Retina detail, and smooth panning • Crisp haptic feedback for clicks, scrolling, and screen edges • Full keyboard support, including ⌘ Command, ⌥ Option, ⌃ Control, function keys, and arrow keys // Mirrox Pro Features — In-App Purchase Required • Smart Zoom — Double-tap any macOS window to instantly zoom into it. (Requires Mirrox Pro) • Picture in Picture — Float your Mac above other iPad apps. (Requires Mirrox Pro) • Multi-Mac — Connect several Macs and switch between them with a three-finger swipe. (Requires Mirrox Pro) • iCloud Sync — Your saved Macs and settings stay synchronized across all your Apple devices. (Requires Mirrox Pro) // Private by Design No accounts. No analytics. No middleman servers. Mirrox talks directly to the Screen Sharing service built into macOS. Passwords are securely stored on your device and synchronized only through your private iCloud account. // Works Everywhere Native on iPad, iPhone, and Mac (Catalyst). // Getting Started On your Mac, enable Screen Sharing in: System Settings → General → Sharing Open Mirrox, tap your Mac, and you’re connected in seconds. *** Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/