Comparison

VMouse vs Unyx

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

Unyx

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Unyx - The Most Adaptive Productivity Companion for Mac Transform your iPhone into the ultimate Mac remote control. Unyx delivers fastest, seamless, professional-grade control of your Mac from anywhere in your home or office with an intuitive, feature-rich interface. Basic Features:- Free, Forever * Get started with essential Mac control - no subscription required: * Trackpad & Mouse Control - Smooth cursor movement, clicking, and scrolling * Media Controls - Play, pause, adjust volume, and control playback * Basic Text Input - Quick text typing for simple tasks * Spotlight Search - Instant access to Mac's Spotlight * Navigation Controls - Arrow keys for easy navigation * Quickboard Mode:- Landscape mode automatically activates an enhanced control interface optimized for two-handed operation. * Quick Access Bar (Limited) - All your immediate needs, just a tap away. * Localization Support - Now available in multiple regional languages - Advanced Keyboard (Limited Combinations) * Full keyboard with Function keys (F1-F12) * Modifier keys (Command, Control, Option, Shift) * Symbol keyboard with special characters 
Unyx Pro:- Upgrade to Pro for complete Mac control: - Advanced Keyboard * Full keyboard with Function keys (F1-F12) * Modifier keys (Command, Control, Option, Shift) * Symbol keyboard with special characters * Custom keyboard shortcuts - Smart Shortcuts * App-specific shortcut collections - Pre-configured app shortcuts for professional software for over 50+ apps and 20+ categories, Unable to find shortcuts you were looking for, u can create it * Quick Access Bar (Complete Access) * Create unlimited custom shortcuts - Create unlimited and all kinds of custom shortcuts, the system-level ones or the specific app shortcuts * Auto-detection adapts to your active Mac app * Arrange the shortcuts, wherever you want to place it, so your actions are always where you want * QuickBoard mode - Best possible way to browse and access all your favorite apps and their custom shortcuts - Professional Tools * Application Launcher - Quick access to Mac apps * Screenshot capture * Lock Screen control * Customizable trackpad sensitivity - Personalization * Unlimited custom themes - Create your own custom themes, buttons, colors, exactly the way you love it * Theme library with pre-designed options - Select from 50+ pre-designed themes, all available to customize the way you love it * Customizable QuickBoard - Rearrange the order of your QuickBoard to match your workflow. * Side Tab Scroller for QuickBoard - Fastest possible switching between UIs from any side * Always on Portrait Mode * Advanced quick actions And many more… PRIVACY & SECURITY Your privacy matters. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/unyx-privacy-policy

Screenshots

VMouse4 screens
Unyx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Unyx at every 9 days against VMouse's every 2 months. On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VMouse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Unyx sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VMouse ships an update every 2 months, Unyx every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
VMouse versus Unyx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVMouseUnyx
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (39 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings39 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB14 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperWilson LeiDivya Prakash

In-app purchases

1 purchases

VMouse

One-time1
  • VMouse Pro$3.99
2 purchases

Unyx

Subscriptions2
  • Unyx Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Unyx Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is VMouse free?
VMouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Unyx free?
Unyx is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VMouse or Unyx have ads?
Neither VMouse nor Unyx shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VMouse or Unyx?
VMouse ships an update every 2 months, and Unyx every 9 days. Most recently, VMouse was updated on November 2, 2026 and Unyx on October 30, 2026.

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