Best Control Computer Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

If you already know Remote Mouse, this is the deeper bench. 248+ control computer apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of September 2026.

Compare top Control Computer Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Remote MouseRemote MouseFree4.6★ (19K)YesYesSep 2026
2Screens 5: VNC Remote DesktopScreens 5: VNC Remote DesktopFree4.5★ (526)NoYesSep 2026
3Controlax: Computer ControlControlax: Computer ControlFree4.6★ (5)NoNoMay 2026
4Off - Shutdown and Wake On LanOff - Shutdown and Wake On LanFree4.6★ (491)YesYesSep 2026
5Remote, Mouse and KeyboardRemote, Mouse and KeyboardFree4.5★ (14K)YesYesSep 2026
6Lindy Pro ControlLindy Pro ControlFreeNoNoMay 2026
7Gesto controlGesto controlFreeNoNoJul 2026
8PhonePad - Computer RemotePhonePad - Computer RemoteFree3.7★ (3)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Control Computer

Remote Mouse#1

Remote Mouse by 耀 阮

Handy Computer Remote
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Control your computer remotely using your phone or tablet. Mimics mouse, keyboard, and touchpad functions, with specialized panels for media, web browsing, and power options. Seamlessly transfer text and images across devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent app functionality
  • 👍 Easy to use and set up
  • 🚀 Responsive and precise
  • 👍 Useful for presentations and media control

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connection issues and frequent disconnects
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Paywalling basic features
Screens 5: VNC Remote Desktop#2

Screens 5: VNC Remote Desktop by Edovia Inc.

Fast & Secure Computer Access
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(526 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access and control your Mac, Windows, Linux, or Raspberry Pi computers remotely from any device. Enjoy fast, secure connections with features like privacy masking, multi-display support, and file transfer.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent remote access
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🔒 Secure SSH-based remote control
  • 👍 Native to Apple ecosystem

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable connection and frequent disconnections
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Requires complex networking setup (port forwarding, Tailscale)

More Control Computer apps to explore

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Off - Shutdown and Wake On Lan
Off - Shutdown and Wake On Lan
Off - Shutdown and Wake On Lan
Computer Remote for PC & Mac
Free

Remotely manage your computers from anywhere in the world. Control shutdown, restart, sleep, and wake-on-LAN functions. Integrate with Siri and Shortcuts for voice commands and automation.

Remote shutdown, restart, sleep, lockWake-on-LAN (WOL)Display messages, keep awake
🔧 Utilities
(491)
free with in-app purchases
5
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard
for Apple TV, Mac, PC and iPad
Free

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote, wireless mouse, and keyboard. Control Apple TV, Mac, Windows PCs, and other iPads seamlessly over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for streaming, work, or presentations.

Universal remote controlWireless mouse and keyboardApple TV, Mac, Windows, iPad control
🔧 Utilities
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Lindy Pro Control
Lindy Pro Control
Lindy Pro Control
by Lindy Electronics Ltd
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
7
Gesto control
Gesto control
Gesto control
by Computer Fun SRL
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
PhonePad - Computer Remote
PhonePad - Computer Remote
PhonePad - Computer Remote
Take control of your laptop
Free

Turn your iPhone into a responsive trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Control your computer remotely with familiar gestures and easy text input. Requires a companion app on your Mac and a network connection.

iPhone as Mac trackpadRemote keyboard inputFamiliar gestures and controls
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free with in-app purchases
9
TCL Remote - TV Remote Control
TCL Remote - TV Remote Control
TCL Remote - TV Remote Control
Universal Remote Control
Free

Control your TV, air conditioner, fan, and projector with your smartphone. This smart remote app offers an intuitive interface for managing household appliances, making your life more convenient and intelligent.

Smartphone remote controlControl TVs, ACs, fans, projectorsIntuitive interface
🔧 Utilities
(7)
ad-supported
10
Control Room Mobile
Control Room Mobile
Control Room Mobile
Control Cool Muscle motors
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
LTS Control
LTS Control
LTS Control
Control your Respooler
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
12
Shot Control
Shot Control
Shot Control
by Aleh Shamanayeu
Free
💼 Business
(0)
13
Perfect Control Monitroing
Perfect Control Monitroing
Perfect Control Monitroing
by Essa Dakhal Allah
Free
💼 Business
(0)
14
EMIT Controls
EMIT Controls
EMIT Controls
by EMIT Technologies, Inc.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
15
HATOX Control
HATOX Control
HATOX Control
Radio Remote Control
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
16
SmoothWizard
SmoothWizard
SmoothWizard
SmoothWizard Mobile
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
17
uControl IW
uControl IW
uControl IW
by John Preheim
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
PID Command & Ctrl
PID Command & Ctrl
PID Command & Ctrl
by Associated Industries China, Inc.
Free

This utility app enables simple and intuitive control, configuration, and testing of AG Neovo Public Information Displays on your network. It also facilitates the rapid creation of video walls without requiring third-party hardware.

Remote display managementOSD settings controlWi-Fi or LAN connectivity
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
19
Access Computers
Access Computers
Access Computers
by Access Computers Inc.
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
20
BIZON Remote Control
BIZON Remote Control
BIZON Remote Control
Monitor your BIZON PC remotely
Free

Remotely monitor and manage your BIZON workstations and servers with an intuitive mobile interface. Features include AI-powered diagnostics, real-time hardware monitoring, process management, and direct terminal access.

AI-powered hardware diagnosticsReal-time GPU and system monitoringProcess management (view and kill)
💼 Business
(1)
free

FAQ about Control Computer

What are the best control computer apps for iPhone?
Remote Mouse tops our control computer apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 19K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top control computer apps we rank are free to download, including Remote Mouse and Screens 5: VNC Remote Desktop.
Remote Mouse shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 248+ control computer apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Remote Mouse transforms your mobile device into a wireless remote control for your computer. It mimics the functions of a mouse, keyboard, and touchpad, and offers specialized control panels for media, web browsing, and power options. It also features a cross-device clipboard for easy text and image transfer.
Key features include a fully simulated mouse and touchpad with multi-touch gestures, wireless keyboard input supporting various languages and shortcuts, a cross-device clipboard for seamless data transfer, and specialty control panels for media playback, web browsing, application switching, and power management.