Best apps like Deckboard: Macropad for PC

Whether you want more options like Deckboard or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 9+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

KobCard by KOB MARKETING

Gift Card Information Platform

4.0(62 ratings)

Free

KobCard is a comprehensive gift card information platform that offers real-time exchange rates, price calculations, and the latest news on gift cards. It serves as a one-stop destination for individuals looking to buy, sell, or stay informed about the world of gift cards.

Top Alternatives to Deckboard

Touch Portal by Rils

Optimize your workflow!

Editor's Choice

4.5😊(800 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Transform your phone or tablet into a customizable macro deck for your PC or Mac. Streamline workflows for content creation, editing, and professional tasks with dedicated buttons and integrations.

What We Love

🚀 Efficient and time-saving
👍 Highly customizable
💡 Versatile for various use cases
🔒 Reliable and stable
👍 Great value for money

Room to Improve

🐛 Connectivity issues
🔍 Complicated setup
💰 Paywall for some features
🔧 Compatibility problems with updates
🤔 Confusing user interface

Elgato Stream Deck Mobile by Corsair Memory, Inc.

Tap to control your desktop

Strong Contender

4.6😐(5.7K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Control your desktop applications and tools with customizable virtual keys on your mobile device. Streamline content creation, productivity, and more with powerful features and extensive plugin support.

What We Love

🚀 Workflow is smooth
👍 Good for creators
👍 Useful tool
👍 Works great on iPad
👍 Lifetime purchase available
👍 Economical alternative to Stream Deck

Room to Improve

🐛 Constantly disconnects/loses connection
🐛 Unreliable, buggy performance
💰 Subscription model, not one-time purchase
🔒 Requires paid subscription to unlock full functionality
🔒 Limits features for non-subscribers
🔒 Expensive subscription fee

MATRIC - Remote for Windows PC by TOMISLAV GUDELJ

Remote control Windows PC apps

Worth Considering

choclift: Workflow Sweetener

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Adaptive interface based on active appDeep integration with creative appsFull layout customization

This app provides a touch-native controller for desktop applications, adapting its interface to show the right tools when you switch apps. It offers deep integrations, customizable layouts, powerful macros, and advanced DAW/MIDI control for faster workflows.

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Lumia Stream Link

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Mobile control of desktop setupAdjust lightingManage OBS scenes

Control your desktop setup directly from your mobile device. Adjust lighting, manage streaming software, send chat messages, and utilize your device as a virtual light source.

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Communication Between Devices

KDE Connect

Shared clipboardFile and URL sharingVirtual touchpad and keyboard

Seamlessly integrate your devices with features like a shared clipboard, file sharing, and remote control. Use your phone as a virtual touchpad or keyboard, and even control presentations remotely. All communication is secured with end-to-end encryption.

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