PC Remote vs Virtual Gamepad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Virtual Gamepad
Control cloud games on your Samsung Smart TV directly from your iPhone. Connect seamlessly through the SmartThings app and Gaming Hub by scanning a QR code. Enjoy a gamepad-free experience for supported titles.
- Gamepad-free cloud gaming
- Connects to Samsung Smart TV
- Uses SmartThings mobile app
- QR code connection via Gaming Hub
- iPhone compatibility (iOS 15+)
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With the Samsung Virtual Gamepad app, enjoy gamepad-free cloud games on your mobile by simply connecting to your Samsung Smart TV. 1. Easy to use in the SmartThings mobile app Try using Virtual Gamepad with the SmartThings TV plug-in. 2. Simply connect to Gaming Hub on your Samsung Smart TV To connect your Virtual Gamepad, just scan the QR code in Gaming Hub. (Availability and supported devices may differ by country.) ※ The Virtual Gamepad is available on iPhone (iOS 15 or later). ※ Availability may vary across cloud games and countries.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PC Remote at 3.2 against Virtual Gamepad's 2.4. PC Remote also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 16%) and ratings volume (301 vs 24). Virtual Gamepad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. PC Remote sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Virtual Gamepad asks for nothing beyond the download.
PC Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PC Remote has 301 ratings behind it against 24, 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 16% of Virtual Gamepad's.
| Parameter | PC Remote | Virtual Gamepad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (301 ratings) — better | 2.4 (24 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 32.8% of reviews — better | 15.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 301 — better | 24 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Monect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. | Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
PC Remote
Virtual Gamepad
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
Virtual Gamepad
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PC Remote
- 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
- 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
Virtual Gamepad
No in-app purchases
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