Best Mac Remote Apps

4.5😊(14K ratings)

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Transform your Apple devices into a versatile remote for TVs, streaming devices, computers, and other iPads. Control media, navigate interfaces, and type with ease using a wireless touchpad and keyboard. Offers custom panels and automation for enhanced control.

What We Love

👍 Easy to set up and use
🚀 Smooth and responsive
💡 Versatile remote control features
🔒 Secure connection
🎨 Customizable interface
⌨️ Convenient keyboard and mouse control

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional connection issues
🔋 Drains device battery
💰 Subscription model can be expensive
🔍 Difficult to find free version
🤖 Intrusive ads in free version

Remote Mouse by 耀阮

Handy Computer Remote

Strong Contender

4.6😐(19K ratings)

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Transform your mobile device into a wireless mouse, keyboard, and touchpad for your PC or Mac. Control media, presentations, and browse the web remotely with multi-touch gestures and specialty panels. Offers an elegant solution for computer control from your phone or tablet.

What We Love

🚀 Excellent app functionality
👍 Easy to use and set up
🚀 Responsive and precise
👍 Useful for presentations and media control
👍 Works great as a touchpad replacement
👍 Helpful for wheelchair users

Room to Improve

🐛 Connection issues and frequent disconnects
🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
💰 Paywalling basic features
🐛 Buggy and unreliable after updates
🔋 High battery consumption
🙄 Annoying ads and upsells

Control‎ - Mac Remote Control by Ryan Whitney

Remotely Control Mac Apps

Worth Considering

Rimote: Mac Remote Control

5.0(5 ratings)

Free

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Easily manage media playback and system volume on your Mac from your iPhone or iPad. It supports popular apps like Spotify, VLC, and Apple Music without requiring subscriptions or companion app installations.

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Control a Mac From Your Phone

Sleep and lock Mac screenVolume and media controlPresentation navigation

Transform your iPhone into a sleek remote for your Mac. Effortlessly sleep, lock, adjust volume, control media playback, and navigate presentations. Connects directly over Wi-Fi for ultimate privacy and simplicity.

Porthole: Mac Remote Desktop

free

Private VNC Screen Sharing

Private VNC Screen SharingNo installation or account needed on MacFile browsing and transfer

$9.99 | 100% OFF

Access and control your Mac remotely from your iPhone or iPad. This app uses built-in macOS Screen Sharing (VNC) for a private connection without requiring any installations or accounts on your Mac. It offers robust features for file transfer, keyboard shortcuts, and multi-display support.

Control Trackpad & Keyboard

Airnest: Remote for Mac

Wireless trackpad with multi-touch gesturesFull wireless keyboard with shortcutsMedia playback and volume control

Transform your iPhone into a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and media controller for your Mac. Enjoy seamless control over your computer from anywhere in your home without cables or complex pairing.

RealVNC Viewer: Remote Desktop

by RealVNC

Instant remote access to computersControl mouse and keyboard remotelyEnd-to-end session encryption

Access and control your Mac, Windows, or Linux computers remotely from any device. View your desktop, use your keyboard and mouse, and manage files securely with end-to-end encryption. Sync connections across all your devices for seamless access.

Keyboard, Touchpad & PC Remote

$14.99

Transform your mobile device into a versatile remote for your computer. Control your mouse, keyboard, and media with ease, and transfer text and images seamlessly across devices. Ideal for presentations, media consumption, or general computer management.

Simulated mouse and touchpadGyro mouse controlFull keyboard input

FullControl: Remote for Mac

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paid

Remote for Mac

Custom commands for each Mac applicationLaunch applications and control mediaRemote keyboard and trackpad functionality

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your Mac. Effortlessly manage applications, control media playback, navigate files, and even use your device as a keyboard and trackpad. Offers extensive customization for a personalized computing experience.

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BridgeKit: Mac Remote Control

Mouse, Keyboard & Screen Share

DualMac: VNC Remote Desktop

Mac Screen Sharing from iPad

Direct VNC connection to macOS Screen SharingNo Mac companion app required for basic VNCLocal network, Tailscale, or SSH tunnel connectivity

Access and control your Mac remotely from your iPad or iPhone. Connects directly to macOS Screen Sharing without needing extra software on your Mac. Offers features like clipboard sharing, hardware keyboard support, and multi-display switching.

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iTunes Remote

by Apple

Control Apple Music, iTunes, Apple TVBrowse music, movies, TV shows, podcastsCreate and edit playlists

Control your Apple Music, iTunes, or Apple TV app library from your iPhone or iPad. Browse content, manage playlists, and stream audio to AirPlay speakers throughout your home.

Touch control for your Mac

Wireless control surfaceSecond display functionalityLow-latency screen mirroring

Transform your iPad into a wireless control surface and extended display for your Mac. Ideal for professionals, it offers low-latency screen mirroring and precise multitouch remote control over Wi-Fi.

Universal Remote - TV Remote ·

free

Remote Control for Smart TV

Control smart TVs from your phoneWiFi network connectionVolume, channel, power control

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Easily control volume, channels, power, and more for compatible Samsung and LG smart TVs over your WiFi network. Offers premium features through a subscription.

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TermOnMac: remote terminal

Mac Terminal, In Your Pocket

Your Mac on iPad and iPhone

$4.99

MacReach - Remote Control

Control Your Mac from iPhone

Low-latency remote desktop

$2.99

Remote access from anywhere

AnyDesk Remote Desktop

Remote access from anywhereSecure and reliable connectionsHigh performance and low latency

Access and control your computers remotely from any location. This secure and reliable software offers high performance and low latency, suitable for IT professionals and personal users alike. It's designed for seamless connections, whether for work, study, or support.

Rundeck: Remote & Trackpad

(28K)

freemium

Trackpad, keyboard & AI agents