Splashtop Personal for iPhone Reviews

by Mad11221

i love the idea of this application. it works great for the most part. the only big issue i’ve run into is that i can’t switch the monitor i’m viewing. i have a windows pc and i am using my phone to access it remotely. SplashtopPersonal gives me the option to switch to my second monitor, but it is not allowing it for some reason. very upset at this because my second monitor is where most of my work gets done. if this gets fixed my review will be changed.

I have tried moving the output from my computer to software/hardware instead of the default, and it is still not working.

by @Sigil

Update: I purchased two apps that allow me to access my Macs from anywhere without a subscription.
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I was an early adoter. I bought the Spashtop Remote Desktop for iOS and Kindle Fire. On Kindle I bought the regular version and the HD version. I also bought the Mac app Splashtop 2.

That said, I use to have access from anywhere via Gmail account. I received a message that I would keep my access if I switched to Splashtop Personal. I did, but never got the permanent upgrade. I sent a support request years ago, but it just went unanswered. I could see the ticket via the website. So, I sent a few follow up emails over ther years. I sent them screenshots of the offer and of my original support/ticket request that I made via the website that just stated pending/unanswered. Then I finally got a reply from someone and I am told that the offer has expired. I tried to get it when it was valid. I submitted a support request via the website. I sent a few follow up emails over the years. I sent screenshots of the Splashtop apps that I purchased. Nothing. I was given 3 months. I rarely used SplashtopPersonal /service. I used the anywhere less than three times to show others. I only purchased it, because it seemed like something that would come in handy and it seemed cool.

by Aarakelian

I’ve been using SplashtopPersonal with the Access Anywhere Pack for a few years now and LOVE IT!! Connection is literally beautiful if you have a good home internet.

It just really needs to add some missing features like PC volume control and music controls to be perfect. Those two things alone would have all my family sign up to control all of our media stuff 😊 I would definitely pay for them as an add-on 💰

by Literally_Zach

So I downloaded SplashtopPersonal because I saw it on The Original Ace’s channel and thought it would be really cool to play computer games on my phone and turn off my monitor and still see it on the phone (which is really cool by the way) but there was a problem when I stopped using it. My computer started being a square or a smaller version of its normal size. My screen used to take up 100% of my screen and after SplashtopPersonal it takes up about 20% of my screen. If one of the developers can please help me with that problem
It will be great.

by Thienzers

When I first got SplashtopPersonal it worked flawlessly and could turn on the computer while it's in sleep mode, but one time I clicked shut down on my pc then the next time I tried Splashtop, it couldn't connect. I was pretty sure that it was just because it was shut down. When I bought the access anywhere subscription before my vacation, it just wouldn't connect and I left my pc on. I recommend SplashtopPersonal to everyone and it works most of the time and the connection issues are few and far between.

by Nictick

I have been using Splashtop for I think around 5 or 6 years to remote into my computers at home from my phone while I am out and about. I just use it to move files and do little things here and there these days but I used to do heavier computing with it. It has been a stable application and I have been very happy with it. Navigating the screen on an iPhone can be a little cumbersome at times, maybe because with the small screen and big fingers, its easy to close or move things you didn't intend to. But you can pinch the screen to resize what you are looking at. I recommend SplashtopPersonal if you are looking for an easy and safe way to remotely connect to your computers.

by Jbro746

It works almost perfectly, but I have a few problems. When I connect to my laptop to play play a game on steam, it will kick me form my game and say that the game crashed. I will try to play Portal again, but will have to be careful.

Also, I would like controller support for my games. The games themself have controller support, but SplashtopPersonal doesn’t. If you guys can make it possible to use Bluetooth keyboards and controllers, Then many people will have a better experience. And please make it so Splashtop will support apps that require the entire screen to use. Thanks!

by Bp451

Well about 10 yrs ago I had a computer and a I pad so I was Looking for some cool apps for it so I ran across this one called Splashtop Personal well I read up on it it said can get to you’re computer remotely from phone iPad or computer so I said too my self now that be cool so they had it for half price So I got it i said man there No way this can work so I got User name and pass word and I click from network and it said connect was Sussful on my screen so. I went too my computer. There it was I moved the mouse and it moved it on the computer that was amazing I was big stuffed u know but I still got it and always will just wanted too share Barry Bp1216. This is Very good app works good was is
U can access fr an where I’ll give it a. 5 stars. Very good app!

by Jamiesnicknamestaken!

Tried Chrome Remote Desktop, tried Microsoft RD, tried TeamViewer (who shadow-banned my IP for submitting a support ticket, but that’s another story) and none of them compare to Splashtop. I use it with Steam Link for giving admin access to Steam mainly, and it does that and more. And it’s free. Like free free. I was waiting for them to ask for some cash, and they should because it’s a great product, but they didn’t. Great app. Works perfectly.

by Dmdub04

This used to be an awesome app. I played games remotely via my phone. I used the arrow key option...which no longer exists. I don’t mind paying, but, if this option doesn’t exist anymore, SplashtopPersonal is no use to me.

Thank you for your quick response! I am relieved and excited that this product continues to fill my needs!!

by Curtdoggg

I am impressed by Splashtop all around. Their software just works and it works better than competitors for free? Crazy. I originally started to use Splashtop because it was the only remote service I could find that was Mac to Win compatible with a high response rate AND high quality. (I just got done playing Doom 2016 off my iPhone 8 by streaming it from my PC! Relatively low frame rate, but looked good, and felt O so right.) I have yet to find a better service, free or not. That being said, I was skeptical about their app. Its just so common for apps to be a let down in these kind of uses. But NOT TODAY. Works great and has perfect flexibility and tools to meet all your specific and potentially obsessive nerdy needs.

by Imuser364

I have had this issue with my Mac Pro for going on a year now. I worked with support and it’s still not working with the streamer app.

**update to developer response** I have low confidence it will be fixed when your QA team isn’t checking Mac Pro on every release. This will be the 4th time I have contacted you in some way over this issue.

by Prallcr

I use SplashtopPersonal everyday for work. I have been using SplashtopPersonal for almost two years now and I would say that I have thoroughly battle tested it! I have a PC at home that maintains a VPN connection to work that is RDP'd into my desktop at work. I use Splashtop from both my iPhone and Macbook to my home PC to access my work PC. This way state is maintained if I lose connectivity from my phone or Mac. This is an awesome setup.

by Cinnamon Panda

This is one of the best apps to use for remote services, when if I forgot something at home on my desktop computer, I can always use this program to help pull up something real quick and then allow me to save it to my network drive.

So far for me, it has not crashed, but I will update this review if something does happen.

The yearly subscription to use the service from a remote location not on your Wi-Fi is priced at about $18 a year, but will be nice to get a better discount for yearly subscription or maybe if I buy a two to three years subscription.

Overall I can recommend SplashtopPersonal at this time.

by Leo-Design

Loved how becoming “wireless” made it easy for me to share the screen on my iPhone/iPad, and I loved the speed of SplashtopPersonal with no to minimal lag. I just want one option, I want to be sure that I’m using my iPhone/iPad screen to its full potential “retina”. Is there a way to add that option in the next update for the companion app for Mac or windows “Splashtop Streamer”?
Thank you again for this awesome app!

by Mmoore4249

I’ve been using SplashtopPersonal for so many years now I don’t even know how long it’s been. lol. I have a job where I have to be on call and I used SplashtopPersonal to login to my work pc when I’m out and about without taking my laptop. In all the years I’ve used SplashtopPersonal I have never had any issues or complaints. I’ve also tried other remote apps and always came back to this one. Highly recommended.

by Daylate7

I really like SplashtopPersonal... as long as we’re on the same network 🤷🏾‍♂️. I’ve paid the $16 for anywhere access and all I get is a black screen. If I turn the monitor on it works, but anytime I turn the monitor off, I see a black screen on my phone app. I really want to give this 5 starts, but I’m not able to get what I’ve paid for. I’ve done what other forums have suggested, but to no avail. If any of the developers can help that would be so appreciated.

by Stephen024

Fast and easy. More functionality than TeamViewer and they don’t cut me off, even while multitasking on other apps. Better picture quality and you can adjust your resolution, bring up a scroll lever, and re-position interface buttons to where you prefer them to sit on the screen or disappear completely. My annual rate makes this superior service used by Stanford University and University of Pennsylvania (among other great organizations) almost free! The best!!

by Neo Ninja VII

I’ve got to hand it to these guys. They have made an amazing suite of apps and my favorite is this one. I used it ALL the time. It just works no setting up RDP sessions or remembering computer names. Just install the software on each computer and your phone, sign in and done! I want to thank these guys a ton for grandfathering me in to keep my unlimited access because I bought SplashtopPersonal when it first came out almost 7 years ago. If your wondering if you should pay for the yearly access DO IT!

by RJW_RULES

Time and time again SplashtopPersonal has been extremely useful. So many times I’ll be fixing my computer and something will go wrong with the display or my mouse will stop working, and SplashtopPersonal is a godsent as it can help me type and use my computer without a display, keyboard, and mouse. My only issue is that I would like to be able to exit back to the pc select menu, but I have no idea how. I have to close and restart SplashtopPersonal in order to do it. I would love a “back” feature or something for this. Also did you guys have some sort of setting control that you took out? I remember there being more options but I can no longer find it anymore. Thanks again