Comparison

vRemote vs Remote Keyboard & Mouse

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

Head to head
About

vRemote

Transform your phone into a virtual remote for your projector. Instantly focus your projector with a snapshot of the image. Seamlessly control your projector using Google or Alexa voice assistants after setup.

Highlights
  • Virtual projector remote
  • Automatic image focus
  • Google Assistant integration
  • Alexa integration
  • Phone-based control
Features
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A virtual remote control for the projector in your phone. You can download vRemote, the virtual remote control can instantly help users automatically focus with a simple snapshot of the projected image. The most important is that it can help the projector be remoted by Google/Alexa voice assistant after the vRemote setup process.

About

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and mouse for your computer or LG TV. Effortlessly control media, give presentations, and boost productivity with a secure, instant connection over Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard input
  • Touchpad mouse control
  • Dedicated numeric keypad
  • Instant Wi-Fi connection
  • Secure data transmission
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Features
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Remote Keyboard – Control Your Computer & LG TV from iPhone Remote Keyboard turns your iPhone into a wireless keyboard, mouse, trackpad, numeric keypad, media controller, and LG TV remote. Whether you’re presenting, watching movies, entering data, or controlling your computer from the couch, Remote Keyboard gives you flexible control right from your phone. Pair your iPhone with the companion desktop app for Mac or Windows, connect over Wi‑Fi or QR code, and start typing, clicking, scrolling, dragging, and controlling media instantly. Key Features • Wireless Keyboard – Type on your Mac or Windows PC using full keyboard, native keyboard, and platform-specific layouts. • Touchpad-Style Mouse Control – Move the cursor, tap to click, right-click, scroll, and drag with intuitive trackpad gestures. • Numeric Keypad Support – Enter numbers quickly with dedicated Mac and Windows number pad layouts, ideal for spreadsheets, finance, and data entry. • Media Controls – Control playback, volume, arrow keys, and media shortcuts from your phone. • LG WebOS TV Remote – Navigate your TV, adjust volume, change channels, control playback, and access supported TV shortcuts. • Custom Keyboards – Create your own keyboard layouts with shortcuts, text input, trackpad actions, and delays. • Quick Keyboard Switching – Save favorite keyboards and swipe between layouts quickly. • Flexible Connection Options – Connect over local Wi‑Fi, scan a QR code from the desktop app, or use Premium remote connection when supported. • Works Across Platforms – Control macOS, Windows, and LG WebOS devices from one app. Use It For • Home Theater Control – Control your Mac or PC as a smart TV from the couch. • Presentations – Advance slides, control the cursor, and type notes during meetings. • Productivity Anywhere – Work from across the room or from a standing desk without extra hardware. • Efficient Number Input – Speed up Excel, accounting, and data-entry workflows with a dedicated numeric keypad. • Media Playback – Adjust volume, pause, play, skip tracks, and browse comfortably. • Accessible Remote Control – Helpful for users who prefer touchscreen input or need flexible assistive control options. Requires the companion Remote Keyboard Desktop app for Mac/Windows computer control. In-App Purchase Terms • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at purchase. • Auto-renewable subscriptions will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off in your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. See https://remotecontrolio.web.app/eula.html for more details.

Screenshots

vRemote4 screens
Remote Keyboard & Mouse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Keyboard & Mouse at 4.3 against vRemote's 1.2. Remote Keyboard & Mouse also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). vRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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 Keyboard & Mouse sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. vRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Keyboard & Mouse holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 37 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of vRemote's written reviews are positive against 33% of Remote Keyboard & Mouse's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

vRemote ships an update every 4 months, Remote Keyboard & Mouse every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
vRemote versus Remote Keyboard & Mouse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametervRemoteRemote Keyboard & Mouse
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.2 (26 ratings)4.3 (37 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2637 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size150 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperViewSonic_InternationalJIE WANG

Customer experience

vRemote

All ratings26 ratings
Positive3.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative96.2%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

All ratings37 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative13.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

vRemote

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Remote Keyboard & Mouse

Subscriptions1
  • Remote Keyboard Premium$1.991 Month
One-time6
  • Desktop Keyboard Pro$3.99
  • Numeric Keypad Pro$3.99
  • Full Keyobard Pro$3.99
Show 3 more
  • Native Keyboard Pro$3.99
  • TV KeyboardsPro$4.99
  • All Keyboards Pro$12.99

Questions

Is vRemote free?
vRemote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Keyboard & Mouse free?
Remote Keyboard & Mouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, vRemote or Remote Keyboard & Mouse?
Remote Keyboard & Mouse is rated higher. vRemote averages 1.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Remote Keyboard & Mouse averages 4.3 from 37 ratings.
Do vRemote or Remote Keyboard & Mouse have ads?
Remote Keyboard & Mouse shows ads; vRemote does not.
Which is updated more often, vRemote or Remote Keyboard & Mouse?
vRemote ships an update every 4 months, and Remote Keyboard & Mouse every 3 weeks. Most recently, vRemote was updated on September 17, 2026 and Remote Keyboard & Mouse on September 11, 2026.

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