Comparison

TeamViewer Remote Control vs App Central

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

Head to head
About

TeamViewer Remote Control

Control your desktop, manage files, and provide support for devices remotely from your mobile device. Offers secure access, file transfer, real-time chat, and augmented reality assistance for visual guidance.

Highlights
  • Full remote control and screen sharing
  • File transfer in both directions
  • Real-time chat
  • Assist AR calls with 3D markers
  • High-quality sound and video transmission
  • Access computers behind firewalls
  • Wake-On-LAN support
Features
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Control your desktop, manage files, and support devices—from anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re on the move, traveling, or in the field, the TeamViewer Remote Control app gives you fast, secure remote access right from your iPhone or iPad. What's inside: • Securely access your devices as if you were right in front of them • Provide instant support or manage unattended devices like servers or digital signage or Point of Sale and virtual machines • Make Assist AR calls for live, visual support with augmented reality — guide users by placing 3D markers in their environment • Use your iPhone and iPad to work on your remote desktop while traveling • Share and transfer files easily between devices — in both directions • Chat in real time for questions, updates, or guidance during a session • Enjoy smooth screen sharing with sound and HD video transmission Key Features: • Full remote control and screen sharing • Intuitive touch gestures and controls • File transfer in both directions • Real-time chat • High-quality sound and video • Effortlessly access computers behind firewalls and proxy servers • Multi-monitor support • Sound and video transmission in real-time • Wake-On-LAN: switch on your computer remotely • Industry-grade security: 256-bit AES encryption • Works across all operating systems. How to get started: 1. Install this app on your iPhone or iPad. 2. On the device you want to connect to, install the TeamViewer QuickSupport app 3. Open both apps, enter the ID or Session code from QuickSupport, and connect Optional Access Permissions: • Camera – To Scan QR codes • Microphone – To transmit audio or record sessions (You can use the app without these permissions; adjust them anytime in Settings) Want to allow remote access to this device instead? Download the TeamViewer QuickSupport app. TeamViewer subscriptions purchased from the app will be charged to your iTunes account and will automatically renew within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period, unless auto-renewal is turned off, after purchase, go to your iTunes account settings. A subscription cannot be cancelled during the active subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://www.teamviewer.com/apps-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.teamviewer.com/eula/

About

App Central

Monitor your apps and organizations with detailed analytics. Track active user counts, version-specific activity, and crash data. Supports dark theme and multiple Apple operating systems.

Highlights
  • API Token Login
  • View Apps and Organizations
  • Active User Count Tracking
  • Version-Specific User Data
  • Crash Count Monitoring
  • Dark Theme Support
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* Login using an API Token. This token will be stored securely in your device Keychain. * View your apps and organisations * View Active User Count (daily, weekly and monthly) * View Active User Count per Version * View Affected Users * View Crashes count * Supports Dark Theme * Supports for iOS, iPad OS and macOS

Screenshots

TeamViewer Remote Control4 screens
App Central4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TeamViewer Remote Control at 4.7 against App Central's 2.1. TeamViewer Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (45K vs 13) and review sentiment (46% vs 28%). App Central's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. TeamViewer Remote Control sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $619.99 per year. App Central asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TeamViewer Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TeamViewer Remote Control has 45K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of TeamViewer Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 28% of App Central's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TeamViewer Remote Control ships an update every 3 weeks, App Central weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
TeamViewer Remote Control versus App Central: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTeamViewer Remote ControlApp Central
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (45K ratings) — better2.1 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews45.6% of reviews — better27.8% of reviews
Number of ratings45K — better13
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.414.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTeamViewer Germany GmbHEzequiel Leonardo Aceto

Customer experience

TeamViewer Remote Control

All ratings44,549 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews2,320 reviews
Positive45.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative48.6%

App Central

All ratings13 ratings
Positive23.1%
Neutral7.7%
Negative69.2%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative61.1%

Bugs and requests

TeamViewer Remote Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and inability to access accounts
  • Compatibility problems with older devices/OS versions
  • Unreliable remote control and screen sharing

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved multi-tasking support
  • Add search functionality for device list
  • Enhance iPad/tablet usability
  • Provide more affordable personal use plans

App Central

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TeamViewer Remote Control

Subscriptions1
  • Business Yearly Plan$619.991 Year
None

App Central

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TeamViewer Remote Control free?
TeamViewer Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is App Central free?
App Central is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TeamViewer Remote Control or App Central?
TeamViewer Remote Control is rated higher. TeamViewer Remote Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while App Central averages 2.1 from 13 ratings.
Do TeamViewer Remote Control or App Central have ads?
Neither TeamViewer Remote Control nor App Central shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TeamViewer Remote Control or App Central?
TeamViewer Remote Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and App Central weekly. Most recently, TeamViewer Remote Control was updated on September 25, 2026 and App Central on September 16, 2026.

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