Comparison

Deckboard vs MATRIC

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

Head to head
About

Deckboard

Transform your mobile device into a custom macro keyboard for your computer. Streamline tasks, launch applications, and control streaming software with personalized shortcuts. Requires a companion desktop app.

Highlights
  • Custom macro shortcuts
  • Launch applications and websites
  • 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 Purchase the PRO version for more buttons per board.

About

MATRIC

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MATRIC is an innovative app utilizing the smartphone or tablet to remotely control applications on Windows PC. In a nutshell, it allows you to create a custom user interface to perform actions in PC application or game. Thanks to our vibrant community you can find 100s of ready made decks for free in our community gallery at https://community.matricapp.com. Remotely control apps, execute game macros, make your own stream deck, control smart home devices or even use smartphone/tablet as virtual cockpit in flight simulator, use drag & drop editor to create your unique deck and share it with the community. Integration API allows integration of 3rd party apps enabling 2-way integration - e.g. media player can display song name, game could display health/ammo etc. MATRIC has built in OBS Studio integration so you can use it as stream deck controller. IMPORTANT: This app requires Windows companion app which can be downloaded at https://matricapp.com. Free version supports max 8 controls and single page To get fastest support, join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/HjEZnfe Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy policy: https://matricapp.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Deckboard4 screens
MATRIC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Deckboard at none against MATRIC's 5. Deckboard also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). MATRIC's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. MATRIC sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Deckboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Deckboard ships an update every 3 months, MATRIC every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Deckboard versus MATRIC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeckboardMATRIC
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB119 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRiva FarabiTOMISLAV GUDELJ

In-app purchases

None

Deckboard

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

MATRIC

Subscriptions2
  • Premium unlock for one month$0.991 Month
  • Premium unlock for one year$6.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premium features unlock$9.99
  • Premium features unlock$12.99
  • Premium features unlock$24.99

Questions

Is Deckboard free?
Deckboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MATRIC free?
MATRIC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Deckboard or MATRIC have ads?
Deckboard shows ads; MATRIC does not.
Which is updated more often, Deckboard or MATRIC?
Deckboard ships an update every 3 months, and MATRIC every 6 months. Most recently, Deckboard was updated on October 12, 2026 and MATRIC on October 6, 2026.

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