Remote Trackpad vs Emulstick
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Remote Trackpad
Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. Easily control your computer from a distance without needing extra peripherals. Enjoy customizable keyboard layouts and adjustable tracking speeds for a seamless experience.
- Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Mac
- Easy 2-step setup
- Customizable keyboard styles
- Adjustable tracking and scrolling speed
- Gesture support
- Remote Mac control
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Remote Trackpad is the best solution to make your iPhone two in one - keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. It is not always convenient to bring trackpad, keyboard and mouse with you, but iPhone is always in your pocket. Follow just 2 steps to make it work: 1. Download app to your iPhone and Mac 2. Scan QR-code with your iPhone camera in the app ATTENTION: Don’t forget to connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi network! Full customization of the keyboard will allow you to create your own unique style. You can also adjust tracking and scrolling speed, scroll direction and gestures in settings. Operate your Mac from anywhere you want without being surrounded by extra devices in front of the screen! https://impulsoryapps.com/privacy https://impulsoryapps.com/tos
Emulstick
This application simulates keyboard, mouse, and gamepad input for use with a specific dongle. It offers wireless, serverless, and network-free operation for a plug-and-play experience.
- Keyboard emulation
- Mouse emulation
- Gamepad simulation
- Wireless operation
- Serverless connectivity
- No network required
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keyboard, mouse, gamepad simulator application use it by emulstick dongle Full-Compatible, Plug and Play Wireless, Serverless, No network
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Emulstick at none against Remote Trackpad's 4. Emulstick also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (25% vs 15%). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Remote Trackpad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Emulstick asks for nothing beyond the download.
Remote Trackpad ships an update every 2 months, Emulstick every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remote Trackpad | Emulstick |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (39 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 15.2% of reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Impulsory, LLC | Shanghai Xuanhua Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
Remote Trackpad
Emulstick
In-app purchases
Remote Trackpad
- 1 Week Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- 3 Months Subscription$9.993 Months
- Special gestures and settings$19.991 Month
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- Handy wireless remote mouse$19.991 Month
Emulstick
No in-app purchases
