Comparison

PC Remote vs TapDeck

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

TapDeck

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a personalized PC gaming controller. Enjoy a fast, reliable connection and design custom layouts to match your play style. Personalize your experience with unique themes.

Highlights
  • Customizable PC gaming controller
  • Personalized layout design
  • Fast, reliable wired connection
  • Unique theme personalization
  • iPhone and iPad support
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a fully customizable PC gaming controller. Connect with a fast, reliable wired connection, design a layout that fits your play style, and personalize your controller with unique themes. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PC Remote4 screens
TapDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

PC Remote and TapDeck both sit at 3.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of TapDeck's written reviews are positive against 33% of PC Remote's. TapDeck also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). PC Remote's advantage is ratings volume (301 vs 3). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and TapDeck sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.2 for PC Remote against 3.3 for TapDeck. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PC Remote has 301 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of PC Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of TapDeck's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PC Remote ships an update monthly, TapDeck every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PC Remote versus TapDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPC RemoteTapDeck
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (301 ratings)3.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings301 — better3
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.Yashua Evans

Customer experience

PC Remote

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

TapDeck

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

TapDeck

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
6 purchases

TapDeck

One-time6
  • Tier 1 Tokens Pack$0.99
  • Tier 2 Tokens Pack$1.99
  • Tier 3 Tokens Pack$4.99
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  • Tier 4 Tokens Pack$9.99
  • Tier 5 Tokens Pack$19.99
  • Tier 6 Tokens Pack$49.99

Questions

Is PC Remote free?
PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TapDeck free?
TapDeck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PC Remote or TapDeck?
TapDeck is rated higher. PC Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 301 ratings, while TapDeck averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do PC Remote or TapDeck have ads?
PC Remote shows ads; TapDeck does not.
Which is updated more often, PC Remote or TapDeck?
PC Remote ships an update monthly, and TapDeck every 5 days. Most recently, PC Remote was updated on October 8, 2026 and TapDeck on September 23, 2026.

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