Comparison

PC Remote vs Emulstick

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

Emulstick

This application simulates keyboard, mouse, and gamepad input for use with a specific dongle. It offers wireless, serverless, and network-free operation for a plug-and-play experience.

Highlights
  • Keyboard emulation
  • Mouse emulation
  • Gamepad simulation
  • Wireless operation
  • Serverless connectivity
  • No network required
Features
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keyboard, mouse, gamepad simulator application use it by emulstick dongle Full-Compatible, Plug and Play Wireless, Serverless, No network

Screenshots

PC Remote4 screens
Emulstick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PC Remote at 3.2 against Emulstick's 2.5. PC Remote also leads on ratings volume (301 vs 2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Emulstick's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment 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. Emulstick asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PC Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PC Remote has 301 ratings behind it against 2, 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 25% of Emulstick's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PC Remote ships an update monthly, Emulstick every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
PC Remote versus Emulstick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPC RemoteEmulstick
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (301 ratings) — better2.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews32.8% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings301 — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.Shanghai Xuanhua Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

PC Remote

All ratings301 ratings
Positive53.2%
Neutral8.6%
Negative38.2%
Written reviews497 reviews
Positive32.8%
Neutral13.5%
Negative53.7%

Emulstick

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

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

Emulstick

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

Emulstick

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PC Remote free?
PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Emulstick free?
Emulstick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PC Remote or Emulstick?
PC Remote is rated higher. PC Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 301 ratings, while Emulstick averages 2.5 from 2 ratings.
Do PC Remote or Emulstick have ads?
PC Remote shows ads; Emulstick does not.
Which is updated more often, PC Remote or Emulstick?
PC Remote ships an update monthly, and Emulstick every 3 months. Most recently, PC Remote was updated on September 23, 2026 and Emulstick on August 5, 2026.

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