Comparison

Remote KeyPad and NumPad vs BoatSecure

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

Head to head
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 professional tools, navigate your system from a distance, and boost productivity. Setup is simple with a free helper app for Mac and Windows.

Highlights
  • Numbers block
  • Navigation block
  • Custom keypads for apps/websites
  • High interface customization
  • Wake On LAN
  • History of connected devices
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

About

BoatSecure

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The BoatSecure solution consists of a device and software app that work together to offer peace of mind for boat owners. It allows remote wireless monitoring of bilge pumps, batteries, shore power, GPS location, and intruders. Designed for boats in marinas or on moorings, BoatSecure provides 24/7 status of key indicators that all is running well on board your boat. BoatSecure continuously checks: That shore power connection is working correctly Your on-board boat battery is charged That the boat bilge pump is working reliably and there are no unexpected leaks Anchor drift GPS location checked & alert if the boat moves from mooring Two optional relays to monitor and alarm for intruders Our BoatSecure phone app provides a simple view of your boat status and notifications sent when there is a critical issue on your boat. If you have more than one boat, or manage a portfolio of boats, you can see them all in the phone and web apps. Our web app allows you to manage who else can see your boat status and receive notifications. Visit our website and learn more about BoatSecure at www.boatsecure.net

Screenshots

Remote KeyPad and NumPad4 screens
BoatSecure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BoatSecure at none against Remote KeyPad and NumPad's 4. BoatSecure also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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. Remote KeyPad and NumPad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. BoatSecure asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote KeyPad and NumPad ships an update every 2 weeks, BoatSecure every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote KeyPad and NumPad versus BoatSecure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote KeyPad and NumPadBoatSecure
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (268 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings268 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDIoT Ventures Ltd

Bugs and 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

BoatSecure

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

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
None

BoatSecure

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote KeyPad and NumPad free?
Remote KeyPad and NumPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BoatSecure free?
BoatSecure is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote KeyPad and NumPad or BoatSecure have ads?
Remote KeyPad and NumPad shows ads; BoatSecure does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote KeyPad and NumPad or BoatSecure?
Remote KeyPad and NumPad ships an update every 2 weeks, and BoatSecure every 10 days. Most recently, Remote KeyPad and NumPad was updated on October 29, 2026 and BoatSecure on October 30, 2026.

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