# Duet Display — Be Twice As Productive

> Turns iPad/iPhone into an advanced, lag-free extra display for Mac/PC. (iPhone/iPad app by Duet, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Duet, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/935754063)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 48,495 App Store ratings · 2,371 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: Russian, American English, Dutch, Danish, European Spanish, Italian, Korean, German (Germany), European Portuguese, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) and 5 more
- Released: 2014-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064/reviews.md

## What is Duet Display?

#1 best-selling iPad app in US, Japan, UK, Germany, and 17 other countries!

Duet turns your iPad or iPhone into the most advanced extra display for your Mac & PC. Developed by a team of ex-Apple engineers, Duet offers unparalleled performance and display quality - all with zero lag.

— DO MORE —
Be twice as productive by multitasking with two screens. And for those that travel, have a portable way to stay productive. 

— INCREDIBLY SIMPLE —
To get started, plug your iPad into your desktop using your charging cable. The free Duet desktop app will automatically detect your device, and transform it into a high performance touchscreen display.

There’s no need to worry about unreliable Wi-Fi, laggy performance, pixelated screens or managing network passwords. 

— TOUCHSCREEN —
Interact with Mac & PC like never before, with touch & gestures, including two-finger scrolling, pan and zoom.

And with our latest release, you can even add a touch bar to any iPad with any Mac.

— PERFECT FOR APPLE PENCIL —
With Duet Pro, you can turn your iPad and Apple Pencil into a professional graphics tablet. We’ve re-engineered our rendering algorithms for ultra-responsive drawing, optimized specifically for designers, illustrators and artists.

Duet Pro also unlocks pressure & tilt sensitivity, hover, palm rejection, and more to seamlessly draw in the most powerful programs for professionals. Get precise control in Photoshop, Corel Painter, Lightroom, ToonBoom, Illustrator, Manga Studio and more. 

— PRESS —
TechCrunch - "Feels Like Magic"
TIME - "Getting Work Done Faster and More Efficiently"
The Guardian - "Lag-free"
Forbes - "The simple thing to note is this...Duet Display works."
The Verge - "Glorious Fluidity"
Lifehacker - "It's fast, easy to use, and works great"
Business Insider - "Zero lag and true retina resolution”
Wall Street Journal - “It’s as easy as just plugging it in"

— REVIEWS —
“Awesome! My iPad Pro can be an extra monitor! Cool app”
~CEO of T-Mobile, John Legere

“Very smooth and responsive indeed, plus you could use the touch screen to “click” on screen interfaces!”
~Photographer, Lok Cheung

“Love the ability to use my iPad as a monitor with Duet.”
~Former Chief Evangelist of Apple, Guy Kawasaki

“Just started using this app called Duet… Kinda love it so far.”
~Comedian and Youtube, Phillip DeFranco

“All my mac folks look at the Duet app… GREAT!”
~Actor and Comedian, Sinbad 

"I really like the app, I suppose the biggest compliment I can give is that it's so easy to setup it almost seems like an Apple product.”
~Early Adopter, M. Nightingale

"Amazing solution for me by the way. Works as I was hoping for and actually my main reason for getting an iPad : )”
~Early Adopter, M. Gemzoe

Duet Works With:
All iPhones and iPads with iOS 7.0 and later
All Macs with 10.9 (Mavericks) and later
All PCs with Windows 7 and later

Duet Pro Works With:
All iPad Pros with Apple Pencil
All Macs with 10.9 (Mavericks) and later
All PCs with Windows 8.1 and later (64 bit)

Duet Pro is an optional upgrade for additional features, and price may vary by location. Duet Pro subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will not be able to cancel the subscription once activated. Manage Duet Pro in Account Settings after the optional upgrade.

Learn more at http://www.duetdisplay.com
Terms: https://www.duetdisplay.com/help-center/duet-terms-and-conditions
Privacy Policy: https://www.duetdisplay.com/help-center/duet-privacy-policy

## Key features

- Extra display for Mac & PC
- Lag-free performance
- Touch and gesture support
- Apple Pencil integration
- Professional drawing tools
- Portable productivity

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Duet Pro (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |
| Duet Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Duet Air (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Duet Air (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Duet Starter (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Duet Starter (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Duet Display?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Works seamlessly as a second screen
- 👍 Useful for productivity and multitasking
- 🎨 Great for artists and designers
- 💻 Extends desktop to iPad
- ⭐ Excellent customer support

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Subscription model for full functionality
- 🔍 Confusing setup process
- 💸 Expensive for the features provided

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with certain software and drivers
- Laggy performance and input delays
- Unreliable connection and frequent disconnects

**Most requested features**

- Improved resolution and scaling options
- Better support for older devices and Windows
- More customization and control over settings
- Wireless connectivity without subscription

## Recent user reviews (10 of 2,371)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Immediate subscription required. HARD PASS!

*2026-08-07, version 3.1.9*

Posting the app for free and requiring immediate subscription is sketchy as hell.

### 1/5 — Pricing

*2026-08-04, version 3.1.9*

Subscription instead of single purchase is only worth it if there is evolution in the features of the product.  I just need an app for external display, nothing fancy enough to justify paying for it over and over again.

### 5/5 — Excellent Product

*2026-08-04, version 3.1.9*

Recommended.  I’ve been searching for a trustworthy (and reliable) Clipboard app for months.  DUET is so many things.  Saved me from buying two monitors and my bus drives remain free too.

The Fine Print is well written - freed my mind of my own curiosities.  And Echo is a massive workflow improvement.  Certainly already paid for itself and I trust it.

### 1/5 — Buggy

*2026-08-01, version 3.1.9*

Never stays in landscape mode always glitches out. Very bad product. Do not buy look for free alternatives.

### 5/5 — I use it daily

*2026-07-31, version 3.1.9*

Awesome, I’ve been waiting for something like this for a long time. I use it as a dedicated headless display for my mini PC in conjunction with my iPad. I have it set to auto launch at startup. I generally opt for a wired connection when I’m gaming for stability, but sometimes I operate wirelessly while on the go. The connection is generally great, but I have experienced some lag when trying to game wirelessly, most likely attributed to network speeds. I keep the resolution and settings maxed to prioritize quality, so it could be as simple as lowering those. All in all, it’s awesome and by far the best solution I’ve come across. The integration is seamless.

I have a lifetime Duet Pro license, which was an expensive initial investment, but definitely worth it for my needs.

### 2/5 — '

*2026-07-22, version 3.1.8*

Mouse troppo lento

### 5/5 — Some of the Best App Support I have encountered

*2026-07-21, version 3.1.8*

I bought Duet 10 years ago and used to use it a lot when I was away from home to make my IPad a 2nd Screen for my Laptop. A couple of years ago I stopped doing this.  Recently I got a new IPad so thought I’d try the App again. No surprise I’d lost my password and sign in and trying for a new password reset didn’t seem to work. Anyhow I contacted support and after a bit of work by them and me to track down my original app purchase I have it up and running again. My 5 stars is because the App is good, reliable and useful PLUS the helpful, clearly explained support made the time and effort with me to get me back up and running again. This kind of patient and helpful support is a rare beast these days so well done the DUET support desk.

### 1/5 — Straight cheeks

*2026-07-20, version 3.1.8*

App sucks won’t connect don’t download it

### 1/5 — Can’t be extended

*2026-07-17, version 3.1.8*

Just mirror

### 1/5 — macbook app does not open

*2026-07-15, version 3.1.8*

macbook app is not running. its incredible. i hit on on the app but nothing

## Frequently asked questions about Duet Display

### What does Duet Display do?

Duet Display allows you to use your iPad or iPhone as an extra, high-performance display for your Mac or PC. It connects via a charging cable, offering a lag-free experience with touch and gesture support.

### What are the key features of Duet Display?

Key features include transforming your device into an advanced extra display, zero lag performance, touch and gesture interaction, and specialized tools for professional drawing with Apple Pencil support through Duet Pro.

### How much does Duet Display cost?

The base Duet Display app is free to download and use as an extra display. Additional advanced features, such as professional drawing capabilities with Apple Pencil, are available through a Duet Pro subscription.

### What devices are compatible with Duet Display?

Duet Display works with iPhones and iPads running iOS 7.0 and later, Macs running 10.9 (Mavericks) and later, and PCs running Windows 7 and later. Duet Pro has specific requirements for iPads and Apple Pencil.

### How can I use Duet Display for drawing?

With Duet Pro, you can turn your iPad and Apple Pencil into a professional graphics tablet. This unlocks ultra-responsive drawing with pressure and tilt sensitivity, palm rejection, and precise control in professional design software.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.10 — 2026-08-14

Bug fixes & performance enhancements

### 3.1.9 — 2026-07-30

Bug fixes & performance enhancements

### 3.1.8 — 2026-06-12

-Bug fixes & performance enhancements – Various optimizations for a more seamless experience.

### 3.1.7 — 2026-05-23

-Bug fixes & performance enhancements – Various optimizations for a more seamless experience.

### 3.1.6 — 2026-05-16

-Bug fixes & performance enhancements – Various optimizations for a more seamless experience.

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