Mouse Mover vs Looper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Fakes mouse input to prevent inactivity
- Avoids screen-savers and lock screens
- Optional deactivation timer
- Undetectable by system admins
- Customizable settings for mouse
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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
Looper
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Looper is a minimalist interval timer built for workouts and training sessions. Create your own routines with workout and rest intervals, loop them as needed, and focus on your training with a clean and distraction-free interface. Free users can fully use the app with one routine, including editing or replacing the default routine. Upgrade to Pro to unlock unlimited routines and organize your training the way you want. Key features: • Simple and intuitive interval timer • Custom workout and rest routines • Loop sets for interval training • Clean, minimal design • Pro upgrade for unlimited routines Looper is designed to stay out of your way, so you can focus on what matters most — your workout.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Looper at Free against Mouse Mover's $1.99. Mouse Mover's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On ads 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
Looper is free to download; Mouse Mover costs $1.99 up front. Looper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mouse Mover asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Mouse Mover | Looper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 1.9 (75 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 22.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 75 — better | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rock Hound, Ltd. | Youngseok Ki |
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
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- 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
Looper
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Mouse Mover
No in-app purchases
Looper
- Looper Pro$0.99









