Rowmote Pro for Mac

Name: Rowmote Pro for Mac
Price: 4.99 USD
Rating: 4.2 (108 reviews)
Author: Evan Schoenberg

By: Evan Schoenberg

Remote, Trackpad, & Keyboard

Features & Capabilities

Rowmote Pro for Mac is the ultimate wireless remote, trackpad, and keyboard for Mac. A gorgeous universal app for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, it provides everything from a multitouch trackpad to full extended keyboard support, with no-configuration control of dozens of Mac apps—ideal for home media centers or presentations.

Key capabilities include true multitouch gestures (scroll with two fingers, right-click, drag, pinch to zoom), app switching with Dock access, sleep/wake control, proximity sensor, secure authentication, and options to connect via WiFi or Bluetooth. It supports multiple monitors and can replace the Apple Remote as a pocketable controller. Requirements include the Rowmote Helper on the Mac for full functionality.

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By:

Evan Schoenberg

Rating:

4.20

(108)

Version:

5.0.1 Last updated: 2022-11-16

Version code:

853389219

Creation date:

2009-05-19

Compatible devices:

Size:

37.10MB

Price:

4.99

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Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-04

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# 150,492 ▼ 171

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Developed by:

Evan Schoenberg

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rowmote-pro-for-mac/id315316036

Website:

https://rowmote.com

User Reviews

Rowmote Pro for Mac is praised for long-running reliability and a rich remote feature set, enabling control of a Mac from an iPhone or over the network, including keyboard/trackpad input and media control. Many users rely on it across years. However, reviewers report recurring connectivity problems and update-induced regressions in input and AirPlay/OS compatibility. Some users also miss the old UI and note limited or outdated troubleshooting resources. Overall, it’s valued when it connects, but stability and support gaps are common concerns.

Pros

Reliable, years-long stability across updates and macOS versions.
Feature-rich remote functionality, including keyboard/trackpad control, multitouch, app launching, volume control, and a media remote.
Phone can serve as a remote, letting you control your Mac from anywhere on the same network.
Works across multiple Macs (iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio) and over the local network.

Cons

Frequent connectivity issues; unreliable connection and disconnections.
Keyboard/trackpad issues introduced by updates (typing problems, incorrect keystrokes, broken commands).
Ongoing compatibility problems with newer devices/OS versions (new iPhones, XR) and AirPlay breaking after updates.
New UI changes that some long-time users dislike or miss the old layout.
Troubleshooting/documentation is outdated or not very helpful.

Recent reviews

I think I’ve been looking for this tool my entire life as I stream a lot using a VPN on my computer and it’s a pain to get up to control the remote functions (play, pause, volume.) This app was easy to install and connect. A great need meets a great solution.

by Em*****, 2026-02-10

This app may be ancient, but it does exactly what you need it to do. *Make sure you give the helper app on your Mac accessibility access*. I’m using it to control my laptop playing videos in Firefox. My phone is now my media remote!