USB Remote vs Mobile Mouse USB Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
Transform your iOS device into a versatile USB mouse, keyboard, and remote. Connects directly via Bluetooth to a separate dongle, offering reliable offline control for various devices without needing Wi-Fi or companion software.
- USB mouse, keyboard, and touchpad functionality
- Direct Bluetooth connection via USB dongle
- Works offline without Wi-Fi or companion software
- Control PCs, Linux, smart TVs, and more
- Multitouch touchpad with gestures
- Air mouse cursor control
- Media remote functionality
- Full encrypted keyboard
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** Important: This app requires the purchase of our USB-C dongle and will NOT work without it, sold separately: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/dongle ** We also offer a WIFI and Bluetooth version of this app that does not require a dongle Turn your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch into a real USB mouse, keyboard, touchpad, and remote for any device! Connect instantly using native USB over Bluetooth — no Wi-Fi, no cables, and no companion software required. Once you have paired your iOS device to the dongle, it can be plugged into to any device that supports a mouse and keyboard. Unlike other remote apps that rely on Wi-Fi networks or background server software, Mobile Mouse uses a direct Bluetooth connection to our USB dongle for reliable performance anywhere — even offline. Features • Control virtually any device that supports a USB mouse and keyboard, including Windows PCs, Linux systems, Raspberry Pi, Meta Quest, ChromeOS devices, smart TVs, and more. The dongle works as a real USB device, allowing access to login screens, BIOS, and system menus without restrictions. • Multi-Device Control – Use your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch to control your Mac, iPad, or iPhone • Native Bluetooth over USB – No Wi-Fi, no cables, no server software to install • Multitouch Touchpad – Scroll, swipe, tap, and perform gestures smoothly • Air Mouse – Magically control your cursor by moving your iPhone in the air like a laser pointer • Media Remote – Play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume • Full Keyboard – Standard and function keys, modifier keys, brightness, sleep, and more. Fully encrypted • Compact Convenience – Ideal for travel, presentations, accessibility, and relaxed computing • Secure - Fully encrypted Frequently Asked Questions • Can I use my iPhone as a Bluetooth mouse? Yes. Mobile Mouse Bluetooth lets you use your iPhone as a real Bluetooth mouse for Mac and iPad. • Can I use my iPhone as a touchpad or trackpad? Yes. The app includes a multitouch touchpad with scrolling, swiping, and gesture support. • Can I use my phone as a keyboard for my Mac or iPad? Yes. Mobile Mouse provides a full Bluetooth keyboard with standard keys, function keys, and modifier keys. • Does Mobile Mouse work without Wi-Fi or internet? Yes. It connects directly using native Bluetooth over USB and works completely offline. • Is this a real USB device or just a remote app? It works as a real USB mouse, keyboard, and touchpad — not a screen-sharing or Wi-Fi remote. • Is Bluetooth input secure? Yes. All Bluetooth keyboard input is encrypted, just like a physical Bluetooth keyboard. • Does it work with Windows or Linux? Yes, it supports all operating systems and devices that can be controlled with a mouse and keybaord • Can I use it at the login screen or BIOS? Yes. With the USB dongle, Mobile Mouse works as a standard USB mouse and keyboard before the OS loads. • What are some additional uses for Mobile Mouse? Mobile Mouse works great as a presentation remote, and media controller. Works with web browsers like Safari, Chrome, and Firefox; video apps including YouTube, Netflix, VLC, Plex, Kodi, and OBS; music apps such as Spotify and Apple Music; presentation tools like Keynote, PowerPoint, and Google Slides; creative apps including Adobe Photoshop; and conferencing apps such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. Privacy Policy: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Mobile Mouse USB Remote at 5.0 against USB Remote's 4.0. Mobile Mouse USB Remote also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). USB Remote's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Mobile Mouse USB Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USB Remote has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of USB Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mobile Mouse USB Remote's.
USB Remote ships an update every 3 months, Mobile Mouse USB Remote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | USB Remote | Mobile Mouse USB Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jakub Zawadzki | R.P.A. Tech |
Customer experience
USB Remote
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
In-app purchases
USB Remote
No in-app purchases
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
No in-app purchases
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