Comparison

Tap Remote vs Remote KeyPad and NumPad

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Tap Remote

Transform your iOS device into a comprehensive remote control for your Mac. Effortlessly manage your computer's mouse, keyboard, trackpad, system dock, and favorite media applications. An optional Pro upgrade unlocks desktop mirroring and presentation controls.

Highlights
  • Simulated Mouse with click functions
  • Trackpad with two-finger scrolling
  • Keyboard with multiple layouts
  • Media app control
  • Mac system Dock control
  • Desktop mirroring (Pro feature)
  • Presentation remote (Pro feature)
Features
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Tap Remote turns your iOS device into a powerful remote control for your Mac computer. More than just a Keyboard, Mouse and Trackpad, Tap Remote also gives you control over the Mac system Dock as well as controlling your favourite apps like Spotify and iTunes. Enjoy these Features for FREE: -> Simulated Mouse - Left, Right and Double-Click -> TrackPad - Two finger scroll just like on your Macbook -> Keyboard - select from various layouts (email, numeric) -> Full support for Portrait and Landscape mode -> Media Remote - control your favorite audio and video apps -> Customize the interface with color themes -> Control and view the Mac system Dock -> Connect to any computer on your network -> Password protection Upgrade to the Pro version and get these features: -> Mirror your desktop to your iOS device -> Presentation remote -> Extended Keyboard 3 Simple steps to get started: 1) Visit https://dodisoftware.com/tapremote and download the Mac client software 2) Run the Mac client software and the iOS app 3) Connect by entering the IP Address or scanning the QR code

About

Remote KeyPad and NumPad

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard and number pad for your computer. Create custom layouts to control applications and websites, offering a flexible and efficient way to interact with your PC or Mac from a distance.

Highlights
  • Virtual keyboard and numpad
  • Customizable keypads for apps
  • Wireless control via WiFi
  • Numbers and navigation blocks
  • Wake On LAN functionality
  • Cross-device connectivity history
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful and elegant keyboard extension with numbers and navigation pads. Create custom keypads for your professional tools to boost productivity. Move freely and control your computer from across the room. No line of sight is required - the app uses WiFi to connect to your computer. Setup is both quick and easy, just download the helper app from my website and install it on your computer and that's it. The app exists since 2016 and has been downloaded more than 300,000 times and received very positive reviews both from users and from the press. It's actively maintained and receives frequent updates with new and exciting features. MAIN FEATURES - Numbers block - Navigation block ADVANCED FEATURES - Create custom keypads to control apps and websites - High customization of the app interface - History of connected devices for quicker re-connection - Wake On LAN REQUIREMENTS - Mac with macOS 10.10 or newer - PC with Windows 7 SP1 or newer - Free helper app, available at https://cherpake.com/get - Shared network connection, WiFi or Personal Hotspot, see https://cherpake.com/connect

Screenshots

Tap Remote4 screens
Remote KeyPad and NumPad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tap Remote at none against Remote KeyPad and NumPad's shown. Tap Remote also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). Remote KeyPad and NumPad's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 3.8) and review sentiment (82% vs 50%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tap Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote KeyPad and NumPad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote KeyPad and NumPad holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote KeyPad and NumPad has 268 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Tap Remote's written reviews are positive against 82% of Remote KeyPad and NumPad's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tap Remote ships an update every 7 months, Remote KeyPad and NumPad every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Tap Remote versus Remote KeyPad and NumPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTap RemoteRemote KeyPad and NumPad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (6 ratings)4.3 (268 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews82.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6268 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEun Ah JungRemote Sunrise LTD

Customer experience

Tap Remote

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

Remote KeyPad and NumPad

All ratings268 ratings
Positive82.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative14.9%
Written reviews292 reviews
Positive82.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative14.4%

Bugs and requests

Tap Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Remote KeyPad and NumPad

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Keypad not responding at times
  • Repeating last operation issue
  • Incompatibility with certain apps

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for iPad
  • Improve layout and button size options
  • Allow disabling of default keypads
  • Reduce frequency of subscription prompts

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tap Remote

One-time1
  • Tap Remote - Pro Upgrade$0.99
4 purchases

Remote KeyPad and NumPad

Subscriptions2
  • Remote KeyPad Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Remote KeyPad Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$2.991 Year
One-time2
  • Remote KeyPad Pro - Lifetime$9.99
  • Remote Control Pro - Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Tap Remote free?
Tap Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote KeyPad and NumPad free?
Remote KeyPad and NumPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tap Remote or Remote KeyPad and NumPad?
Remote KeyPad and NumPad is rated higher. Tap Remote averages 3.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Remote KeyPad and NumPad averages 4.3 from 268 ratings.
Do Tap Remote or Remote KeyPad and NumPad have ads?
Remote KeyPad and NumPad shows ads; Tap Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Tap Remote or Remote KeyPad and NumPad?
Tap Remote ships an update every 7 months, and Remote KeyPad and NumPad every 4 weeks. Most recently, Tap Remote was updated on November 2, 2026 and Remote KeyPad and NumPad on November 11, 2026.

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