Comparison

Windows App Mobile vs MOVEit Transfer Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Windows App Mobile

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

Highlights
  • Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktops
  • Access managed resources
  • Remote Desktop Gateway support
  • Connection management and favorites
  • Audio and video streaming
  • Device redirection (folders, clipboard, microphone, camera)
  • External monitor support
Features
Currently charting
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Windows App Mobile for iOS and iPadOS (previously named Remote Desktop Mobile) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services. Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice. GET STARTED • Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup. KEY FEATURES • Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor. • Easily switch between Entra accounts. • Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode. By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).

About

MOVEit Transfer Mobile

Features
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Access your files securely from your company's MOVEit Transfer Server (version 2017 or higher). Open files, send, and receive packages using your mobile device with confidence. Through the app, your critical business data is transferred with advanced security features and proven encryption. Upload files from your camera roll; or record live video, audio, or photos directly from your device's camera. Access any file types and open them with other applications on your mobile device. Forward file packages to others through the app, without the need to download the file to your mobile device. Request and review delivery receipts and know when recipients have read the message. Share files globally with language support for English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese and Traditional or Simplified Chinese. -------------------------- Ipswitch MOVEit Transfer solution offers an alternative to other file share services, allowing IT teams to secure files at rest and in transit and assure compliance with SLAs, governance, and regulatory mandates. As part of the MOVEit Managed File Transfer Software, MOVEit Transfer gives IT teams visibility, security, and control they need to confidently manage file transfer. -------------------------- Requirements: This app requires that you have an account on a MOVEit Transfer server (version 2017 or newer). For transferring packages, the MOVEit Transfer server must have the Ad Hoc option enabled. If your company's version of MOVEit Transfer (DMZ) server is 8.2 or 8.3, please use the previous mobile app: "MOVEit Mobile 1.2.2". If your company's version of MOVEit File Transfer (DMZ) is 8.0 or 8.1, use the previous mobile app: "MOVEit Mobile".

Screenshots

Windows App Mobile4 screens
MOVEit Transfer Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Windows App Mobile at every 3 weeks against MOVEit Transfer Mobile's every 12 months. Windows App Mobile also leads on chart position (#184 vs unranked). MOVEit Transfer Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 26.0). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Windows App Mobile ships an update every 3 weeks, MOVEit Transfer Mobile every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Windows App Mobile versus MOVEit Transfer Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWindows App MobileMOVEit Transfer Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (7.8K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.8K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#184 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMicrosoft CorporationProgress Software Corporation

Bugs and requests

Windows App Mobile

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Keyboard not working properly
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • Resolution and scaling problems
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full screen support for external monitors
  • Ability to save/sync connection profiles
  • Support for multiple monitors and remote apps
  • Improved keyboard functionality (F-keys, shortcuts)
  • Better mouse/trackpad support (right-click, scrolling)

MOVEit Transfer Mobile

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Windows App Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

MOVEit Transfer Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Windows App Mobile free?
Windows App Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MOVEit Transfer Mobile free?
MOVEit Transfer Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Windows App Mobile or MOVEit Transfer Mobile have ads?
Neither Windows App Mobile nor MOVEit Transfer Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Windows App Mobile or MOVEit Transfer Mobile?
Windows App Mobile ships an update every 3 weeks, and MOVEit Transfer Mobile every 12 months. Most recently, Windows App Mobile was updated on September 25, 2026 and MOVEit Transfer Mobile on September 7, 2026.

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