Top Android Remote Control Apps for Accessing Your Device Remotely

Android remote control allows you to accomplish various tasks from a distance. With remote control apps, you can set up your phone, manage apps, emulate mobile games, control access, display photos on TV, and more. In this review, we’ll discuss some popular remote control options.

Android Device Manager

Android Device Manager, a free Google service, is one of the simplest remote control tools (with virtually no settings required). It doesn’t require any additional apps or purchases.

Android Device Manager is particularly useful for tasks like calling a specified number, locking the phone, or erasing all data. It’s best suited for situations where you’ve lost your phone or it has been stolen.

How to Use Android Device Manager:

1. Open this link in a browser on a computer.
2. Log in with the Google account credentials used on the Android device you want to access.
3. Choose the feature you need from the menu on the left.

Note: This service requires an active internet connection and enabled geolocation on the device. Without these, neither Android Device Manager nor any other remote service in this review will work.

You can access Android Device Manager from another phone or a PC browser to remotely control essential functions on an Android device.

TeamViewer

TeamViewer is a popular remote control software often used to connect two computers, but it also supports connections between mobile devices and computers.

With TeamViewer, you can control your smartphone remotely, adjust Android settings, install apps, take screenshots, view the home screen, and more. TeamViewer is free for personal use, but a commercial license costs around 2,000 rubles per month.

How to Use TeamViewer for Remote Control:

1. Install TeamViewer on both your computer and phone (use the QuickSupport version for mobile devices).
2. Launch TeamViewer on your computer, set the access password, and select "Remote access."
3. Open the mobile app, where you’ll see a nine-digit code. Save or note this code.
4. On your computer, enter this numeric code in the "Partner ID" field.
5. Once connected, wait for the mobile device to respond, and you can start controlling your Android remotely.

Vysor

Vysor is both a Chrome extension and a desktop application (available for Windows, macOS, and Linux) that allows remote control of your smartphone. With Vysor, you can:

• manage mobile apps,
• play Android games (using your computer mouse and keyboard) with Vysor functioning as an emulator,
• chat on social networks and messengers installed on your phone.

One common use for Vysor is mirroring your device onto another screen, such as a projector, TV, or desktop PC—useful for displaying documents, photos, and videos.

To remotely control your smartphone via Vysor, follow these steps:

1. Install the app and extension in your browser.
2. Enable USB debugging on your phone.
3. To connect to desktop PCs, install ADB drivers.

Download Vysor

ApowerMirror

ApowerMirror mirrors the screen of a mobile device onto a PC. Supported platforms include iOS, Android (5.0 or higher), Windows, and macOS. Chromecast is required on Android devices, and AirPlay is needed on iOS. All features are available "out of the box," meaning no additional software installation is required.

A common use for ApowerMirror is to present PowerPoint slides on a larger screen, with the option to switch between portrait and landscape modes as needed.

ApowerMirror also allows you to control an Android device from a PC, making it easy to use mobile apps that lack full desktop versions, including mobile games. This eliminates the need to run an emulator or root your device.

Additionally, ApowerMirror is useful for taking screenshots and recording your phone screen.

Download ApowerMirror

AirDroid

AirDroid enables you to remotely send messages, control your phone, and transfer files to and from the device. The basic version is free, while a premium version is available for at least $2 per month, offering additional features like access to the device camera, phone location tracking, and unlimited data transfer.

To use AirDroid:

1. Install the app on your mobile device.
2. Register for a paid or free account.
3. Open web.airdroid.com in a browser.
4. Use the menu to control your mobile device.

By installing the AirMirror browser plugin, you can control your phone remotely without needing to visit the AirDroid website.

Mobizen Mirroring

Mobizen Mirroring is one of the most robust apps among those in this review, but its free version also has notable limitations.

With the free version, you can only connect via USB or a local network, meaning remote connections to a smartphone far from the computer are not possible. However, it offers the following features:

• Screen viewing for your mobile device,
• App management,
• File transfer and screen capture.

The paid version (starting at $2 per month) provides additional functionality, including:

• Connecting via 3G and 4G networks,
• Screen recording from your device,
• Displaying mobile notifications on your computer.

How to Use Mobizen Mirroring:

1. Install the app on both your computer and smartphone.
2. On the first launch, enter your email address and create a password for access.
3. Run the program on your computer and click the verification button. A 6-digit code will appear.
4. Enter this code in the app window on your smartphone, and you can begin controlling the device with Mobizen’s intuitive interface.

Other Options

There are several other apps that offer remote access for Android devices. Here are a few popular ones, listed briefly:

• MobileGo: Allows connection via a convenient QR code and includes a backup feature.
• WebKey: A powerful paid app (with a trial version) for controlling multiple devices.
• AirMore: A free alternative to AirDroid with similar functionality, worth exploring for its robust features.