Comparison

USB Remote vs btkbd

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

Head to head
About

USB Remote

Transform your iOS device into a wireless keyboard and mouse for your PC or other USB-enabled devices. Control your computer remotely using touch gestures and voice commands. Requires a specific Bluetooth receiver.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard and mouse control
  • Voice recognition for typing
  • Macro creation and execution
  • QR/barcode scanning and typing
  • System volume and media control
  • Text input from clipboard and files
Features
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USB Remote app turns your iOS device into wireless USB keyboard and mouse: you can use it to remotely control and USB host (PC, etc.) by sending keyboard and mouse events. *** InputStick USB receiver (Bluetooth 4.0) is required! App does NOT work over USB cable! *** More info: www.inputstick.com InputStick USB receiver works with all USB hosts that supports generic HID keyboard and mouse: PCs, consoles, embedded systems. You don’t need to install custom drivers, additional software nor do any network configuration. Just plug InputStick into USB port and after few seconds it is ready to go. Main app features: - send individual keys (using soft-keyboard) - control mouse with mousepad area - type text from text area (allows word suggestions, autocorrection) - use voice recognition for typing text in real-time directly to your PC - type text directly from system clipboard - scan and type QR/barcodes - control system volume and media playback - create and execute macros (pre-defined sequences of keyboard and mouse actions). For example: you can type long and complex command with just two clicks - type: URLs, selected text and text from text files (via Share Extension) Supported USB host keyboard layouts: Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (US, UK), Finnish, French (FR, BE, CA, CH), German (DE, CH), Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (PT, BR), Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Vietnamese

About

btkbd

Transform your phone into a full-sized Bluetooth keyboard for various devices like laptops, tablets, and smart TVs. Easily type emails, messages, and more without needing extra hardware. Ideal for on-the-go use or when you need a convenient typing solution.

Highlights
  • Turns phone into a full-sized keyboard
  • Connects via Bluetooth
  • Supports laptops, tablets, TVs, and consoles
  • Easy setup and pairing
  • Convenient for travel and remote use
  • Type emails, messages, and notes
Features
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Imagine turning your phone into a trusty, full-sized keyboard whenever you need it. That’s exactly what this app does. No fuss, no fancy tricks—just a straightforward way to type on all kinds of devices, from your laptop and tablet to your TV box, gaming console, or even a smart fridge that supports a Bluetooth keyboard. With a few quick taps, you’ll be typing away, crafting emails, notes, and all sorts of messages as if you were using a regular keyboard. It’s great for those moments when you’re on the go and don’t want to lug around extra gear. The setup is easy—just open the app, pair it via Bluetooth, and you’re good to go. Type comfortably and confidently, whether you’re writing that big project proposal, chatting with friends, playing a game that needs precise input, or simply searching for your next movie to watch. You’ll have all the keys you need right there on your phone’s screen. Want to lean back on the couch while typing on your smart TV? No problem. Need something lighter to carry than a full keyboard while traveling? This app has you covered. It’s a handy companion that’s always with you, making everyday tasks a little smoother and more enjoyable. Give it a try, and discover how easy it can be to transform your phone into your personal keyboard assistant.

Screenshots

USB Remote4 screens
btkbd3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: USB Remote at none against btkbd's 1. USB Remote also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). btkbd's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. btkbd sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. USB Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for USB Remote against 4.0 for btkbd. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 13 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of USB Remote's written reviews are positive against 71% of btkbd's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USB Remote ships an update every 3 months, btkbd fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 21, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
USB Remote versus btkbd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSB Remotebtkbd
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (7 ratings)4.0 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings713 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJakub ZawadzkiIaroslav Mironov

Customer experience

USB Remote

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

btkbd

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative23.8%

In-app purchases

None

USB Remote

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

btkbd

One-time1
  • btkbd.pro$3.99

Questions

Is USB Remote free?
USB Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is btkbd free?
btkbd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, USB Remote or btkbd?
USB Remote and btkbd are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 13 ratings respectively.
Do USB Remote or btkbd have ads?
Neither USB Remote nor btkbd shows ads.
Which is updated more often, USB Remote or btkbd?
USB Remote ships an update every 3 months, and btkbd fortnightly. Most recently, USB Remote was updated on July 21, 2026 and btkbd on September 8, 2026.

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