Comparison

ActionPad vs Remote Trackpad

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

Head to head
About

ActionPad

Create custom control panels to remotely operate your computer applications. Simulate keyboard and mouse input, launch programs, open files, and control media. Share and download user-created panels for enhanced productivity and gaming.

Highlights
  • Customizable control panels
  • Simulate keyboard and mouse input
  • Launch applications and files
  • Open websites
  • Media and volume control
  • Create macros
  • Community Panels Hub
Features
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ActionPad allows you to create your own custom control panels to remote control applications on your computer. This app requires the ActionPad Server desktop software to be installed on your computer for full functionality. For more information on this, visit https://actionpad.co/go. Compatible with macOS and Windows. Panels can contain buttons and other objects, which can be used to simulate keyboard and mouse input, as well as open files and URLs. With grid and dynamic panel types, buttons can be arranged into a grid with customizable rows and columns, or positioned and sized anywhere you would like on your panel for infinite customization possibilities. Customize the appearance of buttons and other panel objects to give them a distinct look. Get ready to make your keyboard and mouse jealous. With ActionPad, you may implement buttons on your panel that: -Execute keystrokes, such as Command C or Ctrl V. -Move your mouse pointer or hold keys as you hold down the button. -Launch applications and open files on your computer. -Open websites in your default browser and interact with them. -Control media and volume on your computer. -Do all of these things with one press! You can have buttons send continuous keyboard and mouse input as you hold them down, or you can combine multiple actions to create simple or complex macros that will run with just one tap of the button! All of this, along with visual elements such as images, text, and containers can all be combined to create unique control panels, each of which with it's own purpose. Don't feel like creating your own panel, or want to use some pre-created panels for some of your favorite desktop apps? ActionPad features the Community Panels Hub, which allows users to upload and share panels they create. It's very easy to share panels and build upon everyone's creations. Along with sharing through the Community Panels Hub, you can also export your panel and send it via E-mail, AirDrop, or a variety of other mediums. No account needed to download user-made panels, only required if you wish to upload to share with other users. Whether it be a panel used to quickly access the most commonly used tools in Photoshop, extra shortcuts for DAW power users, controls for your cockpit in a space simulation game, or a remote control for your streaming setup, there is no limit to what you can create and control with ActionPad.

About

Remote Trackpad

Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. Easily control your computer from a distance without needing extra peripherals. Enjoy customizable keyboard layouts and adjustable tracking speeds for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Mac
  • Easy 2-step setup
  • Customizable keyboard styles
  • Adjustable tracking and scrolling speed
  • Gesture support
  • Remote Mac control
Features
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Remote Trackpad is the best solution to make your iPhone two in one - keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. It is not always convenient to bring trackpad, keyboard and mouse with you, but iPhone is always in your pocket. Follow just 2 steps to make it work: 1. Download app to your iPhone and Mac 2. Scan QR-code with your iPhone camera in the app ATTENTION: Don’t forget to connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi network! Full customization of the keyboard will allow you to create your own unique style. You can also adjust tracking and scrolling speed, scroll direction and gestures in settings. Operate your Mac from anywhere you want without being surrounded by extra devices in front of the screen! https://impulsoryapps.com/privacy https://impulsoryapps.com/tos

Screenshots

ActionPad4 screens
Remote Trackpad4 screens

Verdict

The call

ActionPad and Remote Trackpad both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 63% of ActionPad's written reviews are positive against 17% of Remote Trackpad's. ActionPad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). Remote Trackpad's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99). On rating, ratings volume, 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

Remote Trackpad is free to download; ActionPad costs $3.99 up front. Remote Trackpad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. ActionPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ActionPad holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 38 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of ActionPad's written reviews are positive against 17% of Remote Trackpad's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ActionPad ships an update every 3 months, Remote Trackpad every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ActionPad versus Remote Trackpad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterActionPadRemote Trackpad
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating3.9 (28 ratings) — better3.7 (38 ratings)
Positive reviews63.4% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2838 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrew ArpasiImpulsory, LLC

Customer experience

ActionPad

All ratings28 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral10.7%
Negative17.9%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive63.4%
Neutral7.3%
Negative29.3%

Remote Trackpad

All ratings38 ratings
Positive65.8%
Neutral5.3%
Negative28.9%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral13.3%
Negative70.0%

In-app purchases

None

ActionPad

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Remote Trackpad

Subscriptions4
  • 1 Week Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 3 Months Subscription$9.993 Months
  • Special gestures and settings$19.991 Month
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  • Handy wireless remote mouse$19.991 Month

Questions

Is ActionPad free?
ActionPad costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Trackpad free?
Remote Trackpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ActionPad or Remote Trackpad?
ActionPad is rated higher. ActionPad averages 3.9 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Remote Trackpad averages 3.7 from 38 ratings.
Do ActionPad or Remote Trackpad have ads?
Remote Trackpad shows ads; ActionPad does not.
Which is updated more often, ActionPad or Remote Trackpad?
ActionPad ships an update every 3 months, and Remote Trackpad every 2 months. Most recently, ActionPad was updated on July 5, 2026 and Remote Trackpad on September 23, 2026.

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