# xScope Mirror — Measure. Inspect. Test.

> Mac desktop and window preview on iOS devices and Apple Watch. (iPhone/iPad app by The Iconfactory.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscope-mirror/id488819289 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Iconfactory](https://appshunter.io/developer/281795483)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscope-mirror/id488819289/reviews.md

## What is xScope Mirror?

••• Requires xScope 4 available from the Mac App Store •••

xScope Mirror lets designers and developers effortlessly preview any Mac desktop image directly on your iOS device or Apple Watch.

Unlike other preview apps, xScope Mirror doesn’t have any desktop chrome to get in your way while you work or require you to save files again and again. Simply launch xScope Mirror on iOS and then xScope on a Mac to begin. Confirm the connection on iOS and then drop an image file onto the Dock icon for xScope.

A remote connection to Photoshop is also supported: this lets you preview changes in your PSD while you edit. The Mirror can also display any window on your Mac or images copied to the clipboard. 

Finally, any image that's displayed on the iOS device can be transferred to the Apple Watch by tapping on its screen. Layouts that are taller than the watch's screen are scrollable. Any file that matches the icon sizes for the Apple Watch will be presented with circular mask against a black background, allowing quick asset previews.

Features include:

• Remote Viewing – Easily view the contents of any Mac desktop window on your iOS device or Apple Watch
• Apple Watch – Includes a watch extension that makes previewing on your wrist a snap!
• Pin & Lock – Move the Mac window anywhere (even under other windows) & it always stays in focus on iOS
• Chromeless UI – No overlaid chrome to get in the way while you work
• Retina Scaling - Preview mirrored content 3:1, 2:1, 1:1, 1:2 or 1:3, great for testing on Retina devices
• Compatibility – Runs on all devices using iOS 5 or later
• Security – Toggle user authentication requests on/off via Preferences in the xScope desktop app 
• Multi-client – Multiple iOS devices can connect and view the same Mac window – Great for demos or meetings
• Sharing – Copy the current image to the iOS clipboard or save it in your Photos
• Nudge – Nudge the selected window one pixel at a time (useful on Retina displays)

## Key features

- Remote Mac desktop viewing
- Apple Watch extension
- Chromeless UI
- Retina scaling options
- Remote Photoshop connection
- Multi-device connection
- Window nudging

## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscope-mirror/id488819289/reviews.md

### 4/5 — App crash on iPod touch 7th Gen

*2019-08-19*

“Save image” button causes app crash. iOS version is 12.3. Please fix it.

### 5/5 — Incredible tool 💯

*2015-11-10*

This tool is very valuable for helping designers and developers iterate on their designs. 

Speedy, efficient, saves you time

### 3/5 — Family Sharing?

*2015-10-29*

Awww No Family Sharing…

### 1/5 — Constantly drops connection

*2015-03-16*

This app used to be great now it only works 5mins at a time before dropping its connection.

### 1/5 — Don’t Buy - Get LiveView instead

*2015-02-26*

There are 2 things that annoy me about this app.

The first is that over a busy network this app is unable to connect with the desktop application to initiate screen mirroring. In  most work situations, wifi networks are busy places, so for this basic use case to ignored is highly problematic. It also renders the application is unusable.

The most likely remedy for this is to be able to specify the IP and Port of the computer you want to connect to. This is faster than simply waiting for the iOS app to poll the desktop app in the hope of making a connection. This feature does not exist.

Secondly, the original application cost a fair chunk of change. To then charge for the mirroring app for your phone was rather annoying.

As an alternative, I have used LiveView for years, it has IP and Port specification and works much better over busy wife networks. It is also more expensive but easily worth it. As a professional designer tools like these are  invaluable, but they also need to be robust and work in ‘real world’ situations. This application does not.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2015-01-15*

Connecting xScope Mirror to xScope on my Mac was easy and worked flawlessly. The refresh rate of a displayed window on xScope Mirror is amazing considering what it’s doing.

Even being a software developer and understanding what’s going on, it still truly seems magical!

### 5/5 — xScope

*2014-11-21*

UI Designer? Entwickler? Ab in den Mac App Store und xScope kaufen!

### 4/5 — Crash in iOS8 beta2

*2014-06-28*

Crash in iPhone5 runs iOS8 beta2. I want develop a app that can support iOS8. I’m sorry for ask support iOS8 so early.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2014-04-05*

Great app, really useful. Definitely recommended.

### 1/5 — Hit with ugly stick = 1 star review

*2013-12-14*

Just got an update for this app and all it did was make it uglier with no new interesting features, just like iOS 7. Very disappointed.

## Frequently asked questions about xScope Mirror

### What devices does xScope Mirror support?

xScope Mirror is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch devices running iOS 5 or later. It requires the xScope 4 application on a Mac.

### How much does xScope Mirror cost?

xScope Mirror is a paid application, available for $1.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### Does xScope Mirror have ads?

No, xScope Mirror is completely ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted preview experience.

### How often is xScope Mirror updated?

The latest version, 1.3.8, was released on November 12, 2020. Update frequency can vary based on developer priorities and platform changes.

### Can I preview Photoshop files with xScope Mirror?

Yes, xScope Mirror supports a remote connection to Photoshop, allowing you to preview changes in your PSD files as you edit them.

### Is xScope Mirror suitable for testing on Retina displays?

Absolutely. xScope Mirror offers Retina scaling options (3:1, 2:1, 1:1, 1:2, 1:3) and a 'Nudge' feature to move windows pixel by pixel, which is very useful for Retina displays.

### What is the user sentiment for xScope Mirror based on ratings?

Based on the provided data, xScope Mirror has a rating of 3.0 stars from 2 ratings. This suggests a mixed to moderate user reception.

### Can multiple devices connect to xScope Mirror simultaneously?

Yes, xScope Mirror supports multi-client connections, meaning multiple iOS devices can connect and view the same Mac window, which is ideal for demos or meetings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.8 — 2020-11-12

• Compatibility with latest operating systems and hardware

### 1.3.7 — 2019-12-16

• Fixed a crash when saving the screen's mirrored image

### 1.3.6 — 2017-11-30

• Updated for iPhone X
• Updated for watchOS 2+
• Added Setting to hide Home Indicator

### 1.3.5 — 2015-11-16

• Updated for iPad Pro

### 1.3.4 — 2015-04-24

• View mirrored images on Apple Watch

– Layouts with same width, but taller, are scrollable
– Images in standard icon sizes are masked by circle on black background
– Transparent images are shown as menu items
– Works with Photoshop, Sketch and any PNG or JPEG file

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