Wireless file transfer and device management Screen mirroring and remote access capabilities The free version offers decent features, especially if you don't need unlimited remote file transfer Easy-to-use interface with robust notification and messaging sync The free version offers substantial features
Cons
Premium subscription required for some advanced features Connection may lead to some difficulties on slow-speed networks
AirDroid Desktop
Price: $
AirDroid Desktop is an application that users can use to control, transfer files, and manage notifications on their mobile devices (iOS and Android) without needing to touch the phone. While there is a web portal available as well, the desktop application allows you to manage everything seamlessly on your PC. With its excellent functionality, it is a must-have for people who want to stay distraction-free and productive.
Easy device management
With the AirDroid Desktop, you can easily connect your mobile devices to your computer without any data cable. It allows you to transfer, edit, download, upload, or delete photos, files, videos, and apps wirelessly from your PC. You can even use your device's camera remotely without attaching any cable. All you need is internet connections on both your PC and your Android phone, and that's it.
Effortless setup
Setting up AirDroid Desktop is very easy. For easy understanding, here are the steps:
Download and install the application
Log in using your desired method (options are through Email, Google, Facebook, and Twitter)
Sign in using the same account on your mobile device
And there it is. It will automatically detect whether it is a local connection setup or a remote setup. If both devices are on the same network, then it will be a local connection and will allow for unlimited transfers, and in case it is a remote connection, then there will be transfer limits depending on whether you are on the free version or the paid.
Manage texts and notifications through your PC
One of the most important functionalities that AirDroid Desktop offers is to allow you to access and manage your phone’s notifications and text messages. For texts, you can even reply to them in a conversational format, while for other notifications, you can read or delete them.
Easy file transfer
When it comes to transferring data from and to your Android or iPhone, it can get increasingly frustrating at times due to managing cables and then how to manage the data. AirDroid Desktop helps you simplify everything when it comes to file transfers because you can do it all without any cables. If your PC and your phone are on the same wireless connection, you can move any data, whether large or small, without any hassle.
Premium features
The free version of AirDroid offers plenty of functionality and may be adequate for most users. Premium version perks include unlimited remote data transfer, remote camera access, and the ability to connect multiple devices at the same time.
It is available in 3 different time durations:
Monthly: $3.99/mo
Quarterly: $3.23/mo
Yearly: $2.50/mo
Prices are, of course, subject to change based on region, time of the year, and discounts going on.
A versatile app
AirDroid Desktop is a fantastic application that helps you simplify wireless data transfers between your phone and your PC, remote access, notification management, and so much more.
Reviewed by Hamza Sadiq (editor rating 4.5 out of 5 stars) Sooftware editor's pick