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Best Windows Remote Apps

242+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

Windows App Mobile is the household name in windows remote, but it's far from the only option. We track 242+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Windows Remote Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Windows App MobileWindows App MobileFree4.2★ (7.7K)NoNoSep 2026
2AnyDesk Remote DesktopAnyDesk Remote DesktopFree4.5★ (28K)NoNoSep 2026
3Link to WindowsLink to WindowsFree4.0★ (16K)NoNoSep 2026
4Remote, Mouse and KeyboardRemote, Mouse and KeyboardFree4.5★ (14K)YesYesSep 2026
5RealVNC Viewer: Remote DesktopRealVNC Viewer: Remote DesktopFree4.8★ (15K)NoNoSep 2026
6QuickRemote - Desktop ManagerQuickRemote - Desktop ManagerFree1.0★ (1)YesYesSep 2026
7Remote Desktop - RDP LiteRemote Desktop - RDP LiteFree3.0★ (146)NoNoAug 2026
8RemotePC Remote DesktopRemotePC Remote DesktopFree4.6★ (3.5K)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Windows Remote

Windows App Mobile#1

Windows App Mobile by Microsoft Corporation

Previously Remote Desktop
Editor's Choice
💼 Business
4.2😐(7.7K 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
AnyDesk Remote Desktop#2

AnyDesk Remote Desktop by AnyDesk Software GmbH

Remote access from anywhere
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(28K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Powerful remote control
  • 💡 Versatile for personal and business use
  • 👍 Well-designed app
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 👍 Reliable remote desktop experience

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Disconnects frequently
  • 🔒 Concerns about scammers using the app
  • 👎 Difficult to use, especially on mobile
  • 🐛 Buggy keyboard functionality
  • 🔒 Potential security risks if misused
Link to Windows#3

Link to Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Link your phone and PC
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.0😐(16K ratings)
Free
#16in Productivity
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Seamlessly integrate your iPhone with your Windows PC. Access calls, messages, notifications, and contacts directly from your computer. Easily share files between devices for enhanced productivity.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Convenient text messaging from PC
  • 📱 Ability to see phone notifications on PC
  • 🔋 Battery level display on PC
  • 👍 Helpful for productivity

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent Bluetooth connectivity
  • 🔀 Unreliable message syncing between devices
  • 🚫 Lack of group messaging support
  • 📷 Inability to send/receive media
  • 🔇 Poor call quality

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FAQ about Windows Remote

What are the best windows remote apps for iPhone?
Windows App Mobile tops our windows remote apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 7.7K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top windows remote apps we rank are free to download, including Windows App Mobile and AnyDesk Remote Desktop.
Windows App Mobile has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 242+ windows remote 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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