Comparison

Universal Presenter Remote vs eClicker

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

Head to head
About

Universal Presenter Remote

Control presentations remotely from your iOS device or Apple Watch. Connect your device to the presentation computer via the internet to advance slides from anywhere. Setup is straightforward with comprehensive instructions.

Highlights
  • Remote slide advancement
  • iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch support
  • Internet-based control
  • Easy setup with instructions
  • Companion app available
Features
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Using a presentation remote instead of advancing your slides manually can allow you to connect with audiences and utilize your presentation space more effectively, but you typically had to buy your own or hope the venue you were presenting at had one on hand. Fear no more, UPR has you covered! All you need is the presenting computer, your iOS device or Apple Watch, and an internet connection. UPR allows you to control the presentation computer to advance your slides remotely from anywhere in the world. Simply install the UPR Controller application on the presenting computer and enter the token into the iOS App and you'll be presenting in no time. Universal Presenter Remote natively supports both iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch with comprehensive instructions that make setup a breeze. Companion applications and further instruction can be found at https://universalpresenterremote.com.

About

eClicker

Transform your iPhone into a wireless presentation remote. Seamlessly advance slides in popular presentation software using simple taps. No extra hardware or complex setup required, just a quick connection to a free computer app.

Highlights
  • Wireless Bluetooth control
  • Advance slides in Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides
  • No dongle or USB receiver needed
  • Simple two-button interface
  • Haptic feedback on taps
  • Live slide counter
  • Companion app for Mac/Windows
Features
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eClicker turns your iPhone into a wireless Bluetooth presentation clicker. Tap to advance slides in Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides, and any app that uses arrow keys — from anywhere in the room. No dongle. No USB receiver. No pairing menus. Just open the app and present. HOW IT WORKS eClicker uses Bluetooth Low Energy to send commands to a free companion app on your Mac or Windows PC. The companion translates each tap into an arrow keystroke. Your presentation app receives it exactly as if you pressed the key on your keyboard. 1. Install the free companion app on your computer (eclickerapp.com/companion) 2. Open eClicker on your iPhone 3. The devices connect automatically 4. Tap to advance slides That's it. Setup takes under a minute. TWO BUTTONS. THAT'S THE WHOLE UI. Previous slide on top, next slide on the bottom. Large tap targets so you never miss — even without looking at your phone. A slide counter keeps track of where you are. Haptic feedback confirms every tap. BUILT FOR PRESENTERS • Teachers walking around a classroom • Business presenters in client meetings and board rooms • Conference speakers on stage • Anyone who presents and wants to stop carrying a clicker FEATURES • Bluetooth Low Energy — instant, low-latency response • Works with Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides, Figma, Preview, and more • Haptic feedback on every tap (toggle off in settings) • Live slide counter with reset • Screen stays on while connected — no unlock mid-presentation • Auto-reconnect if the connection drops • Portrait-only — no accidental rotation PRIVACY eClicker collects zero data. No analytics, no tracking, no account, no login. Bluetooth communication is local-only between your iPhone and your computer. Nothing leaves the room. WHAT YOU GET • eClicker iPhone app — $4.99, one-time purchase • Mac companion app — free • Windows companion app — free No subscription. No in-app purchases. Pay once, present forever. COMPANION APP REQUIRED eClicker requires a free companion app running on your Mac or Windows PC. The companion receives the Bluetooth signal and injects keystrokes into your presentation software. Download it at eclickerapp.com/companion — it takes 30 seconds to set up. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone with iOS 16 or later • Mac with macOS 13+ or Windows 10+ with Bluetooth • Free companion app installed on your computer

Screenshots

Universal Presenter Remote3 screens
eClicker2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Universal Presenter Remote at Free against eClicker's $4.99. eClicker's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months) and chart position (#145 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Universal Presenter Remote is free to download; eClicker costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Universal Presenter Remote against 5.0 for eClicker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Presenter Remote ships an update every 4 months, eClicker every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Universal Presenter Remote versus eClicker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Presenter RemoteeClicker
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews61.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#145 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrendan BoyleEgemen Gozoglu

Customer experience

Universal Presenter Remote

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative38.5%

eClicker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Universal Presenter Remote

No in-app purchases

None

eClicker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal Presenter Remote free?
Universal Presenter Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is eClicker free?
eClicker costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Universal Presenter Remote or eClicker?
Universal Presenter Remote and eClicker are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Universal Presenter Remote or eClicker have ads?
Neither Universal Presenter Remote nor eClicker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Presenter Remote or eClicker?
Universal Presenter Remote ships an update every 4 months, and eClicker every 6 weeks. Most recently, Universal Presenter Remote was updated on September 28, 2026 and eClicker on October 10, 2026.

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