Gmote vs VLC Remote

Gmote — Gmote is an open-source Android app that allows you to control your computer remotely using your Android device. It works by installing a server on your computer that Gmote then connects to, allowing

VLC Remote — VLC Remote is a mobile app that allows you to remotely control the VLC media player on your computer. It connects to VLC over WiFi and gives you playback controls, playlist management, and more right

Gmote offers Remote control computer mouse and keyboard, Media playback control (play/pause, volume, etc.), Wake on LAN support, Multi-monitor support, Taskbar and start menu access, while VLC Remote provides Remote control VLC media player on desktop/laptop, Playback controls like play, pause, stop, volume, Browse and add files/folders to playlist, View playlist and queue management, Stream audio/video files from device to desktop.

Gmote stands out for Free and open source, Easy to set up and use, Low latency; VLC Remote is known for Completely free with no ads or in-app purchases, Easy to set up and connect to VLC, Intuitive touch-friendly interface.

Feature	Gmote	VLC Remote
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Remote Work & Education	Video & Movies
Pricing	Open Source	Open Source

Product Overview

Gmote

Description: Gmote is an open-source Android app that allows you to control your computer remotely using your Android device. It works by installing a server on your computer that Gmote then connects to, allowing control of mouse, keyboard, media functions, and more.

VLC Remote

Description: VLC Remote is a mobile app that allows you to remotely control the VLC media player on your computer. It connects to VLC over WiFi and gives you playback controls, playlist management, and more right from your phone or tablet.

Key Features Comparison

Gmote Features

• Remote control computer mouse and keyboard
• Media playback control (play/pause, volume, etc.)
• Wake on LAN support
• Multi-monitor support
• Taskbar and start menu access
• File browser
• Remote command prompt
• Customizable UI and macros

VLC Remote Features

• Remote control VLC media player on desktop/laptop
• Playback controls like play, pause, stop, volume
• Browse and add files/folders to playlist
• View playlist and queue management
• Stream audio/video files from device to desktop
• Supports multiple VLC instances
• Customizable interface and buttons
• Gesture controls for common actions
• Cast local media to Chromecast devices
• Transcoding support for incompatible files
• Wake on LAN to power on remote computer

Pros & Cons Analysis

Gmote

Pros

• Free and open source
• Easy to set up and use
• Low latency
• Works over WiFi and internet
• Supports Windows, Linux and Mac
• Active development and support

Cons

• Setup requires installing server on computer
• Limited to controlling one computer at a time
• No native iOS app
• Some features require pro upgrade

VLC Remote

Pros

• Completely free with no ads or in-app purchases
• Easy to set up and connect to VLC
• Intuitive touch-friendly interface
• Robust feature set for controlling VLC
• Available on both Android and iOS

Cons

• Setup requires technical know-how
• No desktop client, mobile-only
• Limited ability to customize appearance
• No support for editing metadata

Pricing Comparison

Gmote

• Open Source

VLC Remote

• Open Source