Comparison

Bluetouch™ vs btkbd

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

Head to head
About

Bluetouch™

Transform your device into a wireless Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. Control your computer, smart TV, or other devices with a full keyboard, trackpad, and customizable remote layouts. Effortlessly transfer data and prevent your computer from sleeping.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard and trackpad
  • Multi-touch gestures
  • Smart typing with swipe and autocompletion
  • Global language support
  • QR/barcode data transfer
  • Customizable remote layouts
  • Mouse jiggler to prevent sleep
Features
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Use your device as a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. No additional software is required. Just connect directly via a secure, private Bluetooth connection and take effortless control! The app functions as a reliable wireless keyboard, trackpad, and mouse replacement. - Trackpad: Features scrolling, left, right, and middle mouse buttons. Supports multi-touch gestures (for PRO and ELITE users). Customize scroll speed and direction for perfect navigation. - Full Keyboard: Offers a full-featured layout for remote typing, including all function keys and arrow keys. - Smart Typing: Supports familiar features like swipe gestures, text autocompletion, and speech-to-text. - Global Language Support: Easily change the keyboard layout to support dozens of different languages. - Data Transfer: Scan QR codes or barcodes and wirelessly transmit the data to your connected device. You can also copy/paste text directly into the app to send it over. Advanced Control Tools - Custom Layouts & Remotes: Unleash your creativity by designing custom layouts for any use case—create your own dedicated Smart TV remote, presentation clicker, or Steam Deck controller. Export/import layouts for easy sharing and backup. Seamlessly switch between a keyboard, media remote, and navigation layout while connected to a single device. - Shortcut Keys: Create powerful shortcuts that send up to six different keyboard keys simultaneously (e.g., a single button press for Ctrl+Alt+Delete). - Mouse Jiggler: Prevent your computer from entering sleep or standby mode during long tasks, downloads, or presentations. Perfect for Every Situation Use the app as a dedicated media remote for movies, a full-featured PC mouse and keyboard, or a backup for your existing peripherals—protecting you against them going missing, getting broken, or running out of battery. Download the app today and experience effortless control! Get connected with the Bluetouch community! Join our Discord server for tips, tricks, and discussions: https://discord.gg/5KCsWhryjd Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

btkbd

Transform your phone into a full-sized Bluetooth keyboard for various devices like laptops, tablets, and smart TVs. Easily type emails, messages, and more without needing extra hardware. Ideal for on-the-go use or when you need a convenient typing solution.

Highlights
  • Turns phone into a full-sized keyboard
  • Connects via Bluetooth
  • Supports laptops, tablets, TVs, and consoles
  • Easy setup and pairing
  • Convenient for travel and remote use
  • Type emails, messages, and notes
Features
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Imagine turning your phone into a trusty, full-sized keyboard whenever you need it. That’s exactly what this app does. No fuss, no fancy tricks—just a straightforward way to type on all kinds of devices, from your laptop and tablet to your TV box, gaming console, or even a smart fridge that supports a Bluetooth keyboard. With a few quick taps, you’ll be typing away, crafting emails, notes, and all sorts of messages as if you were using a regular keyboard. It’s great for those moments when you’re on the go and don’t want to lug around extra gear. The setup is easy—just open the app, pair it via Bluetooth, and you’re good to go. Type comfortably and confidently, whether you’re writing that big project proposal, chatting with friends, playing a game that needs precise input, or simply searching for your next movie to watch. You’ll have all the keys you need right there on your phone’s screen. Want to lean back on the couch while typing on your smart TV? No problem. Need something lighter to carry than a full keyboard while traveling? This app has you covered. It’s a handy companion that’s always with you, making everyday tasks a little smoother and more enjoyable. Give it a try, and discover how easy it can be to transform your phone into your personal keyboard assistant.

Screenshots

Bluetouch™4 screens
btkbd3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: btkbd at none against Bluetouch™'s shown. btkbd also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Bluetouch™'s advantage is ratings volume (168 vs 13). On price, update cadence, 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. Bluetouch™ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and btkbd sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

btkbd holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetouch™ has 168 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Bluetouch™'s written reviews are positive against 71% of btkbd's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bluetouch™ ships an update every 2 weeks, btkbd fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Bluetouch™ versus btkbd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBluetouch™btkbd
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (168 ratings)4.0 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.8% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings168 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.5 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaymond JonesIaroslav Mironov

Customer experience

Bluetouch™

All ratings168 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral8.3%
Negative29.2%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive48.8%
Neutral7.5%
Negative43.8%

btkbd

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative23.8%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Bluetouch™

Subscriptions2
  • Bundle Subscription (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Bundle Subscription (Yearly)$19.991 Year
One-time4
  • Lifetime$6.99
  • Remove Ads$7.99
  • Create Combination Keys$7.99
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  • Create Custom Layouts$7.99
1 purchases

btkbd

One-time1
  • btkbd.pro$3.99

Questions

Is Bluetouch™ free?
Bluetouch™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is btkbd free?
btkbd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bluetouch™ or btkbd?
btkbd is rated higher. Bluetouch™ averages 3.6 out of 5 from 168 ratings, while btkbd averages 4.0 from 13 ratings.
Do Bluetouch™ or btkbd have ads?
Bluetouch™ shows ads; btkbd does not.
Which is updated more often, Bluetouch™ or btkbd?
Bluetouch™ ships an update every 2 weeks, and btkbd fortnightly. Most recently, Bluetouch™ was updated on October 17, 2026 and btkbd on October 6, 2026.

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