Comparison

PC Remote vs TecoGamePad

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

Head to head
About

PC Remote

Control your PC remotely from your smartphone. Enjoy enhanced gaming, stream your screen and camera, and use your phone as a wireless mouse and keyboard. Securely access your computer from anywhere for work or play.

Highlights
  • Enhanced PC gaming controls
  • Real-time screen and camera sharing
  • Use phone as virtual webcam
  • Wireless mouse and keyboard control
  • Multi-display support
  • Effortless file transfer
  • Secure remote connections
Features
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Elevate your PC experience with Monect PC Remote, a versatile and free app designed to give you full control of your computer — whether you're nearby or miles away. Key Features: * Enhanced Gaming: Immerse yourself in PC gaming with custom button layouts and onboard sensors. Tailor them to your preferences for an unbeatable gaming experience. * Real-time Screen and Camera Sharing: Share your PC screen and camera feed seamlessly with your smartphone. Experience your PC as if it's right in your hand. * Virtual Camera: Use your phone’s high-quality camera as a virtual webcam on your PC. Perfect for video calls, streaming, and online meetings with crystal-clear visuals. * Mouse and Keyboard Control: Use your phone as a wireless mouse and keyboard for your PC. Navigate, type, and control your computer effortlessly from anywhere. * Multi-Display Capabilities: Expand your workspace by adding up to 4 virtual displays to your PC, boosting productivity and multitasking. * Effortless File Transfer: Seamlessly transfer files between your devices for ultimate convenience. * Top-Notch Security: Rest easy with our 256 Bit AES Session Encoding for secure remote network connections. How to Use: 1. Installation: Download Monect PC Remote from Google Play and the PC Remote Receiver from [https://www.monect.com/](https://www.monect.com/) on your computer. 2. Connect Your Device: Choose from multiple connection options: * Local Wi-Fi (on the same network) * Remote Wi-Fi (across different networks) Experience the freedom and control that Monect PC Remote offers, making your PC a truly versatile and powerful tool for work, play, and creativity — now with Virtual Camera and wireless Mouse & Keyboard control for even more possibilities.

About

TecoGamePad

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless gamepad for PC games. Connect your device and computer to the same local network to play supported titles.

Highlights
  • iPhone/iPad to gamepad
  • PC game controller
  • Local network connection
  • PICO PARK support
Features
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TecoGamePad change your iPhone or iPad turn to gamepad for the following PC game. - PICO PARK (http://picoparkgame.com) you need to connect your iPad IPhone and PC to the same local network.

Screenshots

PC Remote4 screens
TecoGamePad2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TecoGamePad at none against PC Remote's 8. TecoGamePad also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.4 vs 17.6). PC Remote's advantage is rating (3.2 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (301 vs 51). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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. PC Remote sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TecoGamePad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PC Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PC Remote has 301 ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of PC Remote's written reviews are positive against 29% of TecoGamePad's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PC Remote ships an update monthly, TecoGamePad every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PC Remote versus TecoGamePad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPC RemoteTecoGamePad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (301 ratings) — better2.9 (51 ratings)
Positive reviews32.7% of reviews — better28.9% of reviews
Number of ratings301 — better51
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.68.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.Shunsuke Miyake

Customer experience

PC Remote

All ratings301 ratings
Positive53.2%
Neutral8.6%
Negative38.2%
Written reviews499 reviews
Positive32.7%
Neutral13.4%
Negative53.9%

TecoGamePad

All ratings49 ratings
Positive46.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative49.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive28.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative65.8%

Bugs and requests

PC Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • QR code scanner not working
  • Remote desktop not functioning
  • Buttons getting stuck
  • Crashes on certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Custom layout editor
  • Improved gamepad support
  • Ability to control volume and system functions
  • Bluetooth/USB connection option

TecoGamePad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

PC Remote

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Access – Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Access – 3 Months3 Days trial$4.993 Months
  • Premium Access – 6 Months3 Days trial$8.996 Months
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  • Premium Access – Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time4
  • VIP for 3 month$7.99
  • VIP for 6 month$12.99
  • VIP for 1 year$19.99
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  • VIP Services$59.99
None

TecoGamePad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PC Remote free?
PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TecoGamePad free?
TecoGamePad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PC Remote or TecoGamePad?
PC Remote is rated higher. PC Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 301 ratings, while TecoGamePad averages 2.9 from 51 ratings.
Do PC Remote or TecoGamePad have ads?
PC Remote shows ads; TecoGamePad does not.
Which is updated more often, PC Remote or TecoGamePad?
PC Remote ships an update monthly, and TecoGamePad every 2 months. Most recently, PC Remote was updated on October 19, 2026 and TecoGamePad on October 11, 2026.

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