Comparison

Deckboard PRO vs Gloss Ink

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

Head to head
About

Deckboard PRO

Transform your mobile device into a powerful macro keyboard for your computer. Streamline tasks, launch applications, and control streaming software with custom shortcuts. Personalize buttons with images and GIFs for an enhanced workflow.

Highlights
  • Custom computer macro shortcuts
  • Launch apps, websites, and folders
  • OBS Studio/Streamlabs OBS integration
  • Multimedia controls
  • Personalize buttons with images/GIFs
  • WiFi connection to PC
Features
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Create custom computer macro shortcuts and launch them through your device, with NO ADS and more buttons on PRO version! No more windows switching to open the folder or website, get Deckboard to simplify them and power up your productivity! If you are an avid streamer, enjoy OBS Studio / Streamlabs OBS integration! Switching scenes and toggling sources easily will make Deckboard your new favourite streaming companion tool! Connect your computer to your device over local WiFi connection by entering IP address or scanning QR code. And don't forget to make your macro buttons truly yours by adding image, text, or animated GIF! IMPORTANT This app required Deckboard desktop server app installed on your computer - Download Deckboard desktop app https://deckboard.app Available macros • OBS Studio and Streamlabs OBS control for streaming (OBS Websocket plugin required) • Keyboard key press combination • Opening website • Opening folder • Multimedia controls (play, next track, previous track , etc) • Run program or executable • Post Tweet

About

Gloss Ink

Features
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A Fast, Minimal Markdown Notes App Write faster and stay focused with this elegant, distraction-free writing app — perfect for quick notes, markdown editing, and smart productivity. Minimalistic Note-Taking Stay organized with a clean, single-window interface. Choose from seven color-coded folders to keep your ideas, drafts, and notes grouped and accessible. Dark & Light Mode Support The interface adapts to your device’s system theme — ideal for day or night writing. Great for journal entries, study notes, or focused sessions. Compact & Efficient This lightweight note-taking app launches instantly and stays out of your way. No sign-up. No sync delays. Just open and write. Markdown Formatting Write in plain text or use formatting tools to apply bold, italic, underline, or strikethrough. Perfect for structured writing, blogging, or clean RTF export. Fast Editing Tools Apply bold, italic, underline, or checkmarks instantly using a custom, intuitive toolbar — optimized for quick writing. Ideal for: • Writers and creators • Students and professionals • Anyone looking for a minimal markdown note app Download now and enjoy a clean, powerful writing experience — with zero clutter

Screenshots

Deckboard PRO4 screens
Gloss Ink3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Gloss Ink at Free against Deckboard PRO's $4.99. Gloss Ink also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). Deckboard PRO's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.5). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Gloss Ink is free to download; Deckboard PRO costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Deckboard PRO ships an update every 3 months, Gloss Ink daily. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Deckboard PRO versus Gloss Ink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeckboard PROGloss Ink
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRiva FarabiAlec Bogdan

In-app purchases

None

Deckboard PRO

No in-app purchases

None

Gloss Ink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Deckboard PRO free?
Deckboard PRO costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gloss Ink free?
Gloss Ink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Deckboard PRO or Gloss Ink have ads?
Neither Deckboard PRO nor Gloss Ink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Deckboard PRO or Gloss Ink?
Deckboard PRO ships an update every 3 months, and Gloss Ink daily. Most recently, Deckboard PRO was updated on October 14, 2026 and Gloss Ink on October 11, 2026.

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