# PC Remote vs Remote for Android TV

The clearest difference is rating: Remote for Android TV at 4.5 against PC Remote's 3.2. Remote for Android TV also leads on review sentiment (72% vs 33%) and ratings volume (12K vs 301). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PC Remote sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Remote for Android TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote for Android TV holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Android TV has 12K ratings behind it against 301, 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 72% of Remote for Android TV's.

PC Remote ships an update monthly, Remote for Android TV every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PC Remote | Remote for Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (301 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pc-remote/id919061355/reviews) | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 301 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | 32.8% of reviews | **72.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Monect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/919061354) | [Raghav Ahuja](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651077703) |

## What reviewers say

### PC Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pc-remote/id919061355)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access – Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Access – 3 Months | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Access – 6 Months | $8.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Access – Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| VIP for 3 month | $7.99 | one-time |
| VIP for 6 month | $12.99 | one-time |
| VIP for 1 year | $19.99 | one-time |
| VIP Services | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth connection
- 🎮 Great for gaming
- 👍 Useful remote control features
- 💡 Innovative app concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🔋 Battery drain
- 📱 Limited functionality on iOS
- 🔧 Buggy after updates
- 💰 Excessive ads/paywall

**Reported bugs**

- QR code scanner not working
- Remote desktop not functioning
- Buttons getting stuck
- Crashes on certain devices

**Requested features**

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


### Remote for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298)

Control your Android Smart TV with your phone or tablet. Features voice commands, a built-in keyboard for searches, and a touchpad for easy navigation. Quickly launch apps and manage volume directly from the application.

**Highlights:** Voice commands, Built-in keyboard for search, Touchpad control, Quick app launching, Volume information display, Physical remote emulation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium access (3 Months) | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium access (6 Months) | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium access (12 Months) | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium access (Lifetime) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful when remote is lost
- 🚀 Connects easily
- 👍 Minimalistic and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buttons not working as expected
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain TVs
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches after updates
- 🐛 Requires constant reconnection

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working for TV connection
- Volume control not functioning
- Inconsistent button responsiveness
- Frequent disconnections from TV

**Requested features**

- Add TV settings button
- Implement a true trackpad with scroll function
- Allow customization of shortcut buttons
- Add landscape orientation support for tablets
- Provide a one-time purchase option to remove ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PC Remote free?

PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote for Android TV free?

Remote for Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PC Remote or Remote for Android TV?

Remote for Android TV is rated higher. PC Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 301 ratings, while Remote for Android TV averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

### Do PC Remote or Remote for Android TV have ads?

Both PC Remote and Remote for Android TV show ads.

### Which is updated more often, PC Remote or Remote for Android TV?

PC Remote ships an update monthly, and Remote for Android TV every 3 weeks. Most recently, PC Remote was updated on September 23, 2026 and Remote for Android TV on September 29, 2026.

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