PC Remote vs Scry
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.
Scry
Access and control your macOS, Windows, or Linux computer from your iPhone or iPad. Stream your desktop in real-time with precise pointer and keyboard input, and sync your clipboard.
- Real-time desktop streaming
- Full iPadOS pointer support
- Hardware keyboard pass-through
- Two-finger right-click
- Clipboard synchronization
- Local and internet connections
- Encrypted screen stream
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Reach the computer you already own. See and control your own computer — macOS, Windows, or Linux — from your iPhone or iPad. The desktop streams in real time, and your phone or tablet drives it with a hardware keyboard and a precise pointer. WHAT YOU CAN DO • View your computer's desktop live and full-screen • Click, type, and scroll with full iPadOS pointer support, Magic Trackpad included • Hardware keyboard with arrow keys, modifier combos, and shortcuts that pass through • Two-finger tap for right-click, drag-to-select, smooth trackpad gestures • Sync text clipboard between phone and desktop • Connect over your local network when possible, or over the internet when you're out GOOD MOMENTS • Grab a file off your desktop while you're traveling • Run a desktop-only tool from your phone in line at a coffee shop • Use your iPad as a thin client for your computer at the kitchen table • Manage a home server or Linux machine without pulling out a laptop • Check on a long render, compile, or backup from the road INPUT THAT BEHAVES Pointer input tracks the desktop cursor, scroll matches direction, and modifier keys send through. iPad pointer support is wired in directly, so a Magic Trackpad on a Magic Keyboard works as a first-class input device. On iPhone, touch becomes a cursor with a two-finger right-click and pinch-and-drag for selection. NETWORK BEHAVIOR On the same Wi-Fi, the connection runs directly between your two devices. Off your home network, an encrypted route forwards the session. You don't configure any of that; the picker just connects. PRIVATE BY DESIGN The screen stream is encrypted. When traffic is direct, it stays between your phone and your desktop. When a relay is needed, it forwards encrypted bytes and never reads what's on your screen. Scry never opens your phone's camera or microphone. The viewer only shows the desktop you signed in on. SCRY PRO Scry Pro unlocks remote desktop access from this iPhone or iPad. Sign in is free; reaching one of your desktops from the mobile app requires Pro. Subscribe monthly, take the annual plan, or pick up the Lifetime option as a one-time payment. New annual subscribers start with a 7-day free trial. SIGN IN Sign in with Apple, Google, or email. The same sign-in goes on the desktop app you install on the computer you want to reach. SUPPORT Questions, bug reports, and feature requests: support@bravely.dev Privacy: https://bravely.dev/privacy Terms: https://bravely.dev/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Scry at 5.0 against PC Remote's 3.2. Scry also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). PC Remote's advantage is ratings volume (301 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 and Scry sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Scry holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. 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.
PC Remote ships an update monthly, Scry every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PC Remote | Scry |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (301 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 32.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 301 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Monect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. | Bravely Studios |
Customer experience
PC Remote
Scry
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
Scry
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
Scry
- Scry Pro Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Bravely Premium (Annual)$95.991 Year
- Bravely Premium (Lifetime)$399.99









