Best Remote Desktop Connection Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Looking for free remote desktop connection apps? 20 of our 245+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Remote Desktop Connection Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Windows App MobileWindows App MobileFree4.2★ (7.8K)NoNoSep 2026
2Remote Desktop - RDP LiteRemote Desktop - RDP LiteFree3.0★ (146)NoNoAug 2026
3Remote Desktop: RDP & VNCRemote Desktop: RDP & VNCFreeNoNoSep 2026
4AnyDesk Remote DesktopAnyDesk Remote DesktopFree4.5★ (28K)NoNoSep 2026
5RemotePC Remote DesktopRemotePC Remote DesktopFree4.6★ (3.5K)NoYesSep 2026
6RealVNC Viewer: Remote DesktopRealVNC Viewer: Remote DesktopFree4.8★ (15K)NoNoSep 2026
7Remote Desktop ManagerRemote Desktop ManagerFree3.7★ (98)NoNoAug 2026
8TeamViewer Remote ControlTeamViewer Remote ControlFree4.7★ (44K)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Remote Desktop Connection

Windows App Mobile#1

Windows App Mobile by Microsoft Corporation

Previously Remote Desktop
Editor's Choice
💼 Business
4.2😐(7.8K ratings)
Free
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Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless remote desktop experience
  • 👍 Smooth mouse and keyboard support
  • 🚀 Reliable connections
  • 👍 Great integration with Windows
  • 🚀 Responsive and fast

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard issues (no virtual keyboard, input problems)
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Resolution and scaling problems
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates
Remote Desktop - RDP Lite#2

Remote Desktop - RDP Lite by MochaSoft

Access any app on your PC
Strong Contender
💼 Business
3.0😊(146 ratings)
Free
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Access your Windows PC from your iPhone or iPad. View files, run programs, and use resources remotely. Supports various Windows versions and includes features like printing and barcode scanning.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 🔒 Secure remote access
  • 🤖 Works great with Windows XP and Server 2003

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes on some devices
  • 🔒 Security concerns raised by some users
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly
  • 🚫 Does not support Windows Home editions or Vista

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FAQ about Remote Desktop Connection

What are the best remote desktop connection apps for iPhone?
Windows App Mobile tops our remote desktop connection apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 7.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top remote desktop connection apps we rank are free to download, including Windows App Mobile and Remote Desktop - RDP Lite.
Windows App Mobile has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 245+ remote desktop connection apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Windows App Mobile allows you to securely connect to Windows PCs, including remote machines and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops. It supports connections to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box, and Remote Desktop Services, providing access to your work environment from your iOS or iPadOS device.
Key features include accessing remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise, connecting through a Remote Desktop Gateway, and simplified management of connections with a Favorites page. It also supports audio/video streaming, redirection of local devices like microphones and cameras, and connecting to external monitors.

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