# Remote Trackpad vs PhonePad

The clearest difference is ads: PhonePad at none against Remote Trackpad's shown. PhonePad also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 17%) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). Remote Trackpad's advantage is ratings volume (38 vs 3). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Trackpad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and PhonePad sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.7 for Remote Trackpad against 3.7 for PhonePad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Trackpad has 38 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 17% of Remote Trackpad's written reviews are positive against 50% of PhonePad's.

Remote Trackpad ships an update every 2 months, PhonePad every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Trackpad | PhonePad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-trackpad-virtual-tool/id1572422325/reviews) | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonepad-computer-remote/id6503354790/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **38** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Impulsory, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598856586) | [Ibrahim Chiha](https://appshunter.io/developer/923700875) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Trackpad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-trackpad-virtual-tool/id1572422325)

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.

**Highlights:** Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Mac, Easy 2-step setup, Customizable keyboard styles, Adjustable tracking and scrolling speed, Gesture support, Remote Mac control

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Months Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Special gestures and settings | $19.99 | per month |
| Handy wireless remote mouse | $19.99 | per month |


### PhonePad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonepad-computer-remote/id6503354790)

Turn your iPhone into a responsive trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Control your computer remotely with familiar gestures and easy text input. Requires a companion app on your Mac and a network connection.

**Highlights:** iPhone as Mac trackpad, Remote keyboard input, Familiar gestures and controls, Seamless integration with Mac, Intuitive user experience

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Trackpad free?

Remote Trackpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PhonePad free?

PhonePad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Trackpad or PhonePad?

Remote Trackpad and PhonePad are both rated 3.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 38 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do Remote Trackpad or PhonePad have ads?

Remote Trackpad shows ads; PhonePad does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Trackpad or PhonePad?

Remote Trackpad ships an update every 2 months, and PhonePad every 2 days. Most recently, Remote Trackpad was updated on September 23, 2026 and PhonePad on August 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*