Comparison

Remote Control Collection vs Remote Mouse & Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

Remote Control Collection

Transform your iOS device into a wireless remote for your Windows PC. Control your mouse, keyboard, media playback, presentations, and more with a unified interface.

Highlights
  • Mouse and keyboard control
  • Media player control
  • Presentation slideshow control
  • Live screen mirroring
  • Speech recognition
  • Customizable shortcuts
Features
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Use your iOS device as a remote for your Windows PC - Control the mouse, keyboard, media, presentations and more! The Remote Control Collection is a compilation of remotes, which you can use to wirelessly control your Windows PC. The unified remotes enable you to control the PC beyond mouse and keyboard! Included remote controls are: -Mouse -Keyboard -Live Screen (Pro) -Speech recognition -Media Player (Pro) -Slideshows (Pro) -Scroll -Shortcuts Mouse Remote Imagine your PC’s touchpad right on your iOS device. Multitouch gestures like scrolling and zooming are supported. You can toggle the keyboard to send keys at the same time. Keyboard Remote Use the physical or virtual keyboard to type characters and they will appear on your PC. Important keys like Windows, Escape and Control are also available. Desktop Remote See your PC's screen right on your iOS device live and control the mouse at the same time. Media Remote Control the media player of your choice! Supported are Windows Media Player, iTunes, Spotify, VLC, Media Monkey, Songbird and more. Presenter Remote Control your slideshows directly from your mobile device! The screen of your PC will be transmitted to your device in real time! That works with Powerpoint, Impress, Adobe Reader and Windows Media Center. Scroll Remote Easily navigate through long websites like Facebook, 9gag or something similar. Shortcuts Shutdown the PC from your bed or use the most common keyboard shortcuts to work faster. To receive the commands from the Remote Control App, you will need the Remote Control Server. You can download it for free from: http://ios-remote.com If you have trouble setting up a connection, follow this step-by-step guide or watch the video tutorial at: http://ios-remote.com/help/

About

Remote Mouse & Keyboard

Transform your smartphone or tablet into a wireless mouse and keyboard for your computer. Enjoy seamless control with touchpad gestures, customizable sensitivity, and an on-screen keyboard, all optimized for minimal battery consumption.

Highlights
  • Wireless mouse and keyboard functionality
  • Touchpad controls with gesture support
  • Customizable cursor sensitivity
  • On-screen keyboard for typing
  • Optimized for battery life
  • Quick and easy setup
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Turn your smartphone or tablet into a wireless mouse with our app! Whether you're delivering a presentation, controlling your Mac from across the room, or just want a more convenient way to interact with your device, our app is here to help! Main Features: 1. Quick and Easy Setup Connect your iPhone or iPad to your Mac in just a few seconds — no technical setup required. 2. Touchpad Controls Enjoy smooth and responsive touchpad functionality with gesture support. Swipe, scroll, and tap effortlessly! 3. Seamless Apple Ecosystem Integration Designed exclusively for macOS and iOS/iPadOS, ensuring stable performance and full compatibility across your Apple devices. 4. Customizable Sensitivity Adjust cursor speed and responsiveness to suit your personal preference and ensure comfortable use. 5. Built-in Keyboard Access Use the on-screen keyboard to type directly on your computer without needing to switch between devices. 6. Optimized for Battery Life Engineered to consume minimal power, allowing for extended use without draining your battery. Why Choose Our App? Intuitive design for smooth and easy navigation Regular updates that enhance functionality and stability Dedicated support team ready to assist with any questions or issues Take full control of your computer in a new and convenient way. Download our app today and discover the freedom of wireless control! A subscription is required to unlock all available features. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime through your device settings. Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/tapmouse-app-wireless-mouse-privacy-policy/efb33a0a-47a2-49a3-8070-0d2edea513a5/privacy Terms of Use: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/tapmouse-app-wireless-mouse-terms-of-use/5155156c-4a50-44c0-a594-441ceaa5ed3c/terms

Screenshots

Remote Control Collection4 screens
Remote Mouse & Keyboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Mouse & Keyboard at 4.6 against Remote Control Collection's 2.4. Remote Mouse & Keyboard also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (50% vs 27%). Remote Control Collection's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 16.0). 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. Remote Control Collection sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Remote Mouse & Keyboard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Mouse & Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Mouse & Keyboard has 73 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Remote Control Collection's written reviews are positive against 50% of Remote Mouse & Keyboard's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Control Collection ships an update every 7 months, Remote Mouse & Keyboard every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Remote Control Collection versus Remote Mouse & Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control CollectionRemote Mouse & Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (9 ratings)4.6 (73 ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings973 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Mac
Requires iOS7.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStephan SchultzROXFERT OU

Customer experience

Remote Control Collection

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive27.3%
Neutral9.1%
Negative63.6%

Remote Mouse & Keyboard

All ratings55 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral3.6%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Remote Control Collection

One-time4
  • Live Screen$1.99
  • Media Remote$1.99
  • Slideshow Remote$1.99
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  • Pro Version$2.99
2 purchases

Remote Mouse & Keyboard

Subscriptions2
  • TapMouse Premium (wekly trial)3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • TapMouse Premium (weekly std)$3.997 Days

Questions

Is Remote Control Collection free?
Remote Control Collection is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Mouse & Keyboard free?
Remote Mouse & Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Control Collection or Remote Mouse & Keyboard?
Remote Mouse & Keyboard is rated higher. Remote Control Collection averages 2.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Remote Mouse & Keyboard averages 4.6 from 73 ratings.
Do Remote Control Collection or Remote Mouse & Keyboard have ads?
Neither Remote Control Collection nor Remote Mouse & Keyboard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote Control Collection or Remote Mouse & Keyboard?
Remote Control Collection ships an update every 7 months, and Remote Mouse & Keyboard every 2 days. Most recently, Remote Control Collection was updated on September 28, 2026 and Remote Mouse & Keyboard on October 13, 2026.

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