MakePDF vs MobilityControl
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MakePDF
Easily combine various document and image types into a single PDF. This tool supports a wide range of file formats and offers smart features for quick merging and organization. It operates entirely on-device for enhanced privacy.
- Merge various file types into PDF
- Supports text, code, HTML, images
- Integrates with macOS native apps
- SmartPath for auto-sorting and naming
- Multiple window and keyboard shortcuts
- Automation with Shortcuts
- On-device processing for privacy
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MakePDF allows you to merge multiple files into a single PDF quickly by selecting or dropping documents and images. MakePDF supports a wide variety of files: • Any plain text file. • Source code files (MakePDF will render them with line numbers!). • HTML files. • Images and photos. • Word and Pages documents (supported on macOS). • PowerPoint and Keynote presentations (supported on macOS). • Excel and Numbers spreadsheets (supported on macOS). • And of course, PDFs. On macOS, MakePDF uses Apple Events to automate the native apps for each file format to ensure the best quality in the final PDF. MakePDF is designed to create PDFs quickly: when you select a folder, it automatically sorts the files alphabetically and uses SmartPath technology to suggest the output file name and save location. MakePDF also includes advanced features like multiple window support, keyboard shortcuts, and automation with Shortcuts. MakePDF supports macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. Notes: • On macOS, MakePDF can automate the following native apps to achieve the best PDF quality: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and Preview. Privacy by Design: MakePDF works completely on-device and never stores or sends any information outside of the protected app sandbox.
MobilityControl
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MobilityControl - best companion app for power users! MobilityControl turns your device into a powerful, customizable panel for your laptop. Whether you’re working, presenting, or creating content, MobilityControl gives you instant access to the things you do most on your system — no cables, no fuss. Features: • Launch apps remotely • Trigger Shortcuts with one tap • Control system settings like brightness, volume, and more • Open websites and tools instantly • Run bash scripts and automate your workflows • Fully customizable control panels The iOS and iPadOS apps are always free to download. Just pair with the MobilityControl app on your laptop, and you’re ready to go! Designed for speed. Built for control. No subscriptions, no ads – just seamless system control at your fingertips.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MobilityControl at Free against MakePDF's $5.99. MobilityControl also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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
MobilityControl is free to download; MakePDF costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MakePDF ships an update every 4 months, MobilityControl fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MakePDF | MobilityControl |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pedro Jose Pereira Vieito | Mariusz Jakowienko |
In-app purchases
MakePDF
No in-app purchases
MobilityControl
No in-app purchases









