Best MacID alternatives: apps like MacID

37+ similar apps compared and reviewed

3.3 avg rating

4 free apps

Updated November 2026

Kane Cheshire

📊 Productivity

Whether you want more options like MacID or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 37+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to MacID

#1

Rowmote Pro for Mac by Evan Schoenberg

Remote, Trackpad, & Keyboard

Editor's Choice

4.2😊(106 ratings)

$4.99

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Control your Mac wirelessly from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Offers a multitouch trackpad, full keyboard support, and seamless control of numerous Mac applications. Ideal for media centers and presentations.

What We Love

👍 Works as advertised
🚀 Seamless control of Mac
💡 Versatile remote control
🤖 Excellent customer support
👍 Simple and intuitive interface
🤖 Constantly updated and improved

Room to Improve

🐛 Connectivity issues
🔋 Battery drain
🐛 Buggy performance
🤷‍♂️ Outdated interface
🤷‍♂️ Limited functionality

#2

mDNS Utility by Kenny Millar

Strong Contender

1.6(5 ratings)

$0.99

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Discover and browse mDNS and Bonjour services on your network. Find devices like printers, servers, and storage, and access their IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. Easily copy network addresses and TXT records.

#3

LockNotes: Note on Lock Screen by Cao Tran

Lock Screen Notes Widgets

Worth Considering

2.7(29 ratings)

FreeAds

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Pin notes, to-dos, reminders, and quotes directly to your iPhone Lock Screen. Access important information at a glance without unlocking your device. Customize your notes with different fonts and styles.

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Pro Network Toolkit

$9.99 | 20% OFF

This professional-grade network toolkit helps diagnose connection issues, analyze network activity, and enhance security. It provides real-time metrics, device discovery, and various diagnostic tools for both home and professional use.

Real-time network analysisAutomatic device discoveryPing and Traceroute

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Bridge Control for Homebridge

Bridge Control for Homebridge

Bridge Control for Homebridge

by Christian Guss

Manage and control your Homebridge instances directly from your mobile device. Monitor bridge status, restart services, and manage plugins and accessories with ease. Keep track of debug logs and update configurations efficiently.

Manage multiple Homebridge instancesMonitor bridge statusRestart bridges and child-bridges

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WSwitch for WeMo

WSwitch for WeMo

WSwitch for WeMo

Control your Smart Switches

Control your smart switches and LED bulbs directly from your iPhone, Widgets, and Apple Watch. Manage individual devices, all devices, or groups, and even set up new devices. This app provides a streamlined way to manage your smart home devices without relying on the original manufacturer's app.

Control Wemo switches and LED bulbsTurn devices on/off individuallyDim LED bulbs

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Internet of Things Assistant

Discover and manage the data collected by Internet of Things devices. Understand who is collecting your information, how it's used, and access privacy controls. Receive customized notifications about data practices.

Discover IoT data collectionUnderstand data usageAccess privacy controls

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Control your smart home devices with this app. It supports Apple HomeKit and allows you to manage outlets and lightbulbs from the developer.

Smart home controlApple HomeKit supportControl outlets

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myAddress - Monitoring Tools

myAddress - Monitoring Tools

myAddress - Monitoring Tools

Script scheduler, Speed tester

Remotely monitor and control your Mac systems from your iOS device. View system information, capture screenshots or camera feeds, and perform actions like sleep or mute.

Remote system information overviewAction Request for remote commandsScreenshot and camera capture

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SSH Client / Terminal

This app provides secure remote access and terminal emulation for business applications on mobile devices. It offers advanced session management, allowing users to organize connections and import settings from desktop versions. Supports various emulation types and customizable session configurations.

SSH/Telnet remote accessTerminal emulationAdvanced session management

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