imPcRemote Instant vs Handpad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
imPcRemote Instant
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Using the Instant version you can perform operations on a remote computer while all you need is internet connection and a telephone. The connection process is as simple as possible. The remote user downloads and runs imPcRemote Instant User which generates a 9-digit ID. Then, this ID should be shared with you on the telephone while you start imPcRemote Instant Admin. Entering the given ID into the corresponding field the connection is made. So you can start working with the remote computer right away.
Handpad
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Handpad turns your iPhone into a precision wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Whether you're presenting, watching a movie, gaming, or just working from the couch โ your iPhone is your remote. โ TRACKPAD โ Slide, tap, and two-finger scroll just like a real MacBook trackpad. Sub-pixel precision, instant response, multi-touch gestures. โ SHORTCUTS THAT FIT THE MOMENT โ Customizable button grids for any scenario: โข Movies โ play, pause, mute, fullscreen โข Presentations โ next slide, previous, blackout โข Games โ quick keys mapped to anything Switch between layouts instantly with a swipe. โ TYPE WITH YOUR NATIVE KEYBOARD โ Use your iPhone's full iOS keyboard to type into your Mac. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, emoji, voice dictation โ everything syncs to your Mac in real time. No more squinting at a remote keyboard across the room. โ CONNECTED IN SECONDS โ โข Bluetooth pairs the first time โข WiFi auto-boosts after that for lower latency โข Works on the same local network โข No router or hotspot configuration needed โ PRIVATE BY DESIGN โ Everything stays between your iPhone and your Mac. AES-256 encrypted link. Zero internet dependency. No accounts. No telemetry. No data collection. Your inputs never leave your local network. โ REQUIREMENTS โ โข Free Handpad companion app for macOS โข macOS 13 Ventura or later โข Bluetooth and WiFi enabled โข Both devices on the same local network for best performance โ FAQ โ Q: Does it work without internet? A: Yes. The app works entirely on your local network. Q: Does it support multiple Macs? A: One iPhone can pair with multiple Macs, with one active connection at a time. Q: Will my keyboard work the same? A: Yes โ Handpad uses your iPhone's native keyboard, so all your custom inputs, dictionaries, and IMEs work normally. Made with care. No tracking. No ads. Ever.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Handpad at every 2 days against imPcRemote Instant's every 7 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
imPcRemote Instant ships an update every 7 months, Handpad every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | imPcRemote Instant | Handpad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 2 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 โ better | 16.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | imPcRemote LLP | DLC39DEGREE |
In-app purchases
imPcRemote Instant
No in-app purchases
Handpad
No in-app purchases









