| Core Identity |
| Developer | Remote Sunrise LTD | Monect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. | Riva Farabi | Rils | Manuel Mayer | Splashtop Inc. | TeamViewer Germany GmbH |
| Category | Utilities | Utilities | Productivity | Productivity | Productivity | Business | Productivity |
| Platform | iOS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | Android, iOS | iOS, Android |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 252 | 297 | 16 | 774 | 5 | 4,433 | 43,364 |
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Free | $2.99 | Free | Free |
| Release Date | Jul 19, 2016 | Oct 4, 2014 | Sep 25, 2021 | Aug 3, 2018 | Mar 5, 2024 | Oct 16, 2012 | Oct 2, 2013 |
| Last Updated | Apr 15, 2026 | Dec 24, 2025 | Jan 5, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | Jan 5, 2026 | Feb 11, 2026 | Apr 28, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | positive | mixed | - | positive | - | - | negative |
| Score | 75/100 | 45/100 | - | 85/100 | - | - | 25/100 |
| Praises | - Customizable numeric keypad layouts improve workflow efficiency for spreadsheet and music notation software users
| - Versatile remote control functionality allows users to manage PC tasks without physical peripherals
| - | - Deep integration with OBS and Adobe Creative Cloud
| - | - | - Long-term utility of remote desktop access remains a core value for legacy power users
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| Complaints | - Aggressive monetization prompts during input sessions disrupt the user experience for non-paying users
| - Connectivity failures prevent users from establishing a stable link between mobile and PC
| - | - Connectivity issues between mobile and desktop companion
| - | - | - Persistent authentication loops force users to sign in repeatedly during a single session
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| Requests | - Direct Bluetooth or offline connection support for use in environments without local network access
| - Customizable gamepad layouts would improve usability for specific PC game configurations
| - | - | - | - | - Reasonable pricing tiers for single-user non-commercial remote access needs
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| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - Customizable keypad layouts function as a switching-cost moat for professional users
- Wake On LAN capability drives session frequency by removing physical friction
| - Sensor-based gaming controls provide a differentiated input method for mobile-to-PC gaming
- Multi-display expansion creates high switching costs by integrating mobile hardware into professional workflows
| - | - Community-driven plugin library functions as a distribution moat for niche software integrations
- One-time license model lowers the barrier to entry for casual creators
| - | - | - Unattended access for servers functions as a B2B distribution barrier into enterprise IT contracts
- Assist AR 3D-marker capability justifies premium enterprise pricing tiers
- Cross-platform protocol stack maintains high compatibility across diverse hardware environments
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| Weaknesses | - Aggressive monetization prompts during input sessions trigger user churn
- Ambiguous helper-app installation requirements create onboarding friction
| - Connectivity failures render the app unusable during active sessions
- Aggressive ad frequency disrupts critical control tasks
- 0.26 rating gap between iOS and Android suggests platform-specific instability
| - | - Connectivity instability between mobile and desktop apps
- Lack of recurring revenue model limits long-term R&D reinvestment
| - | - | - Subscription-only model at $24.90 entry point exceeds category median for personal users
- Authentication loops in the latest update disrupt session persistence
- False-positive commercial-use detection triggers high churn among non-business users
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| Pricing | free | freemium | freemium | freemium | free | freemium | freemium |
| Momentum | Intense | Maintenance | Steady | Maintenance | Steady | Active | Steady |
| Update Cadence | 5 versions | 2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~107d avg | 5 versions | 2 versions, ~10d avg | 5 versions | 5 versions | 5 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~15d avg |
