Comparison

Mouse Mover vs Magic Mousepad

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

Head to head
About

Mouse Mover

This app prevents your computer's screen saver or lock screen from activating due to inactivity. By "faking" mouse movement, it keeps your workstation active without needing to enter your password repeatedly. It's ideal for presentations, remote work, or any situation where you need to step away briefly.

Highlights
  • Fakes mouse input to prevent inactivity
  • Avoids screen-savers and lock screens
  • Optional deactivation timer
  • Undetectable by system admins
  • Customizable settings for mouse
Features
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TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR WORKSTATION!!! Mouse Mover is an app whose sole function is to "fake" mouse input to your computer. Useful for avoiding screen-savers/lock screens that are triggered by inactivity. This means you can stop entering your password 57 times per day! DO NOT CONNECT your iPhone to your workstation. Just place your mouse over the app screen on your phone. The proprietary/patented imaging technology fools the mouse into thinking it is moving - deactivating the screen saver/lock screen. (You may need to experiment with the angle of the mouse.) If you're giving a presentation, or just watching a movie, and you don't want your lock screen constantly popping up, the Mouse Mover is the perfect app. Uses: * Great for remote workers and telecommuters. * Keep your chat software green during long lunches. * Stop a screensaver/lock screen when you step away from your desk. * Stop a screensaver/lock screen when attending a meeting. * Great for presentations. * Great for on-line training. * Stop a screensaver/lock screen when watching a video. * Keep your VPN up when inactive at your workstation. * Keep workstation from going to sleep on long operations. * Stop a screensaver/lock screen when your attention is on another console. * Stop a screensaver/lock screen from activating during an installation or long operations. Features: * Optional deactivation timer - keep your screen up however long YOU want. * Unlike USB devices, this app is not detectable by system admins. * Includes settings page to customize the app for your mouse. * Compatible with iOS-8, so you can use that old iPhone or iPod. you must disable auto-lock when using this app. Patent Pending

About

Magic Mousepad

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Features: - Vibrating Timer: Stay on track with timed vibrations. Set intervals to get a gentle buzz, keeping you focused and productive. - Mouse Motion Automation: Prevent your computer from going idle by placing your mouse on your phone. The vibration will move the mouse, simulating activity. - Customizable Intervals: Adjust vibration frequency to suit your needs. Repeat indefinitely or stop whenever you want. - Simple & Intuitive: Designed for ease of use with a minimalist interface—get started in seconds! Perfect for: - Staying productive during long sessions. - Keeping your computer awake during important tasks. - Avoid unnecessary screen locks without complicated software.

Screenshots

Mouse Mover4 screens
Magic Mousepad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Magic Mousepad at Free against Mouse Mover's $1.99. Mouse Mover's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On ads and in-app purchases 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

Magic Mousepad is free to download; Mouse Mover costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Mouse Mover versus Magic Mousepad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMouse MoverMagic Mousepad
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating1.9 (75 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings75 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRock Hound, Ltd.Huy Duong

Bugs and requests

Mouse Mover

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Screen automatically goes to settings
  • App times out
  • Cursor does not move
  • App stops working after initial use
  • Screen resolution permanently shaking and flashing
Show 5 more
  • Lines burned into screen
  • Phone screen blinking after deletion
  • Mouse does not sense screen movement
  • App doesn't stop screen from turning off
  • Mouse doesn't move fast enough

Requested features

5 requests
  • Free trial period
  • Make it work with all mice
  • Improve compatibility with LCD displays
  • Add an off button
  • Provide working support

Magic Mousepad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Mouse Mover

No in-app purchases

None

Magic Mousepad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mouse Mover free?
Mouse Mover costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magic Mousepad free?
Magic Mousepad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mouse Mover or Magic Mousepad have ads?
Neither Mouse Mover nor Magic Mousepad shows ads.

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