# Boom Remote vs Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

The clearest difference is rating: Remote for VLC, PC & Mac at 4.1 against Boom Remote's 2.9. Remote for VLC, PC & Mac also leads on ratings volume (469 vs 29) and review sentiment (52% vs 42%). Boom Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for VLC, PC & Mac sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Boom Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for VLC, PC & Mac has 469 ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Boom Remote's written reviews are positive against 52% of Remote for VLC, PC & Mac's.

Boom Remote ships an update every 5 months, Remote for VLC, PC & Mac every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boom Remote | Remote for VLC, PC & Mac |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boom-remote/id989780581/reviews) | **[4.1 (469 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-vlc-pc-and-mac/id1140931401/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 29 | **469** |
| Positive reviews | 42.0% of reviews | **51.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Global Delight Technologies Pvt. Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/307372311) | [Adarsh Urs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1140931400) |

## What reviewers say

### Boom Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boom-remote/id989780581)

Control your Mac's audio and media playback wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. Adjust volume, toggle equalizers and effects, and manage playback for popular Mac apps like Spotify and iTunes without leaving your seat.

**Highlights:** Wireless volume control, Equalizer and effects adjustment, Media playback control, Control Mac system volume, Remote control for popular Mac apps

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Seamless pairing
- 👍 Controls Boom 3D volume
- 👍 Controls app volume (Spotify)
- 👍 EQ settings adjustment
- 👍 Effects adjustment (3D, Fidelity)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Immense lag
- 🐛 Locks up computer audio
- 🐛 Overrides Mac controls
- 🐛 Volume locked high
- 🐛 Connection issues

**Reported bugs**

- App paired seamlessly but immense lag
- App locked up computer audio
- App overrode Mac controls
- MacBook locked at louder setting
- Connection between app and client gets lost

**Requested features**

- Reset connection from within the app
- More than 31 frequencies for advanced EQ
- Support for Windows PC
- Port to Apple Watch
- Phone audio for bathroom breaks


### Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-vlc-pc-and-mac/id1140931401)

Control VLC media player, your computer's mouse, and keyboard remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Browse files, manage playlists, and even control streaming services like Netflix and YouTube without leaving your couch.

**Highlights:** Control VLC Media Player, PC and Mac remote control, Mouse and keyboard emulation, Browse computer files, Manage playlists, Control YouTube and streaming services, Add subtitle files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Features (Yearly) | $3.99 | per year |
| Netflix Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Power Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Chrome/Safari/Firefox Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Amazon Prime Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock VLC Features | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock VLC Features  & No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mouse & Keyboard Controls | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ad Remover | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full Features (For Lifetime) | $5.99 | one-time |
| All Features Without VLC | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 🚀 Works across platforms
- 💡 Useful features like YouTube control
- 👍 Easy setup

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💩 Intrusive ads
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive UI

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with latest iOS/macOS versions
- Issues with mouse/touch controls
- Purchased features not working as expected
- Unexpected behavior when pausing/stopping playback

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to control brightness and other system functions
- Better support for VLC 3.0
- Customizable themes and colors


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boom Remote free?

Boom Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Remote for VLC, PC & Mac free?

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Boom Remote or Remote for VLC, PC & Mac?

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac is rated higher. Boom Remote averages 2.9 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Remote for VLC, PC & Mac averages 4.1 from 469 ratings.

### Do Boom Remote or Remote for VLC, PC & Mac have ads?

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac shows ads; Boom Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, Boom Remote or Remote for VLC, PC & Mac?

Boom Remote ships an update every 5 months, and Remote for VLC, PC & Mac every 3 months. Most recently, Boom Remote was updated on October 22, 2026 and Remote for VLC, PC & Mac on October 24, 2026.

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