Comparison

VMouse vs Xany

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

Head to head
About

VMouse

Transform your iOS device into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your computer. Effortlessly control your PC from a distance, ideal for media centers or presentations. It connects via Wi-Fi, eliminating the need for extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi trackpad and keyboard
  • Control Windows, Linux, and macOS
  • Multi-touch gestures
  • International keyboard support
  • Unlimited server configurations
  • Auto-reconnect
Features
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VMouse turns your iOS device into a Wi-Fi trackpad and keyboard. It is perfect for controlling your Home Theater PC while seated at your couch. Since it works over Wi-Fi, no extra adapters are needed. Features: - Works with Windows/Linux PC that is running VNC server. We recommend installing TightVNC. - Works with macOS Apple Remote Desktop. - Multi-touch trackpad. - Supports international keyboard. - Unlimited VNC server configurations. - Auto reconnect to the last computer. - Send combo keys such as Ctrl/Shift + F1 ~ F12. With programs such as 3RVX, you can map the combo keys to control your PC's volume, launch programs and much more. Supported gestures: - Two finger tap for right click. - Two finger drag for scrolling. - One finger long press to start dragging. Setup: - Install and set up a VNC server on the PC you want to control. We recommend TightVNC. - Add VNC server configuration in VMouse app. - Connect and start controlling your PC remotely. - Quit VMouse app to disconnect from PC.

About

Xany

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- SSH: Securely connect to your servers and execute commands with ease. - SFTP: Transfer files between your devices and servers securely and effortlessly. - VNC: Take control of your desktop remotely, whether it's for work or personal use. - Intuitive Interface: Our user-friendly interface makes navigating and managing your connections a breeze.

Screenshots

VMouse4 screens
Xany4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VMouse at Free against Xany's $9.99. Xany's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

VMouse is free to download; Xany costs $9.99 up front. VMouse sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Xany asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 21, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
VMouse versus Xany: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVMouseXany
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.1 (38 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings38 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWilson LeiLampman Yao

In-app purchases

2 purchases

VMouse

One-time2
  • Ad Free$0.99
  • VMouse Pro$3.99
None

Xany

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VMouse free?
VMouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Xany free?
Xany costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do VMouse or Xany have ads?
Neither VMouse nor Xany shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VMouse or Xany?
VMouse ships an update every 2 months, and Xany every 2 months. Most recently, VMouse was updated on August 21, 2026 and Xany on September 9, 2026.

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