Comparison

FlooPen vs Screens 5

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

Head to head
About

FlooPen

This app enables the use of Apple Pencil and finger touch input on Windows devices. It supports advanced Apple Pencil features like altitude and azimuth, with low-latency Bluetooth connectivity for a seamless drawing experience. Inputs remain offline for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Use Apple Pencil on Windows
  • Finger touch as pen/mouse input
  • Supports altitude and azimuth
  • Low-latency Bluetooth connection
  • Offline input for privacy
  • Firmware update guidance
Features
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Experience the Ultimate Drawing Freedom on Windows with FlooGoo FMA100 Bluetooth Dongle! Our unique FlooGoo FMA100 Bluetooth Dongle empowers you to use Apple Pencil or finger touches seamlessly with a variety of drawing apps on Windows. All Apple Pencil sensor data, including altitude and azimuth, seamlessly transfer to Windows without the need for any additional drivers on Windows 10/11. Simply plug in the dongle, connect with your preferred app, and start creating. Thanks to its low-latency Bluetooth connection, you won't even notice any lag. Plus, it supports finger touch as a pen or mouse input for your Windows device, with the option to simulate pen pressure using a second finger swipe. Unlike some network-based solutions, your inputs remain offline, ensuring the utmost privacy. If a firmware update is required for your FlooGoo FMA100 dongle, our app will guide you through the process effortlessly. It typically takes about 2 minutes and involves a few brief disconnections and reconnections. The OpenTablet driver can be used to seamlessly map the drawing area to a specified region on your desktop. Download the app and explore our user guide for comprehensive details.

About

Screens 5

Access your Mac, Windows, Linux, or Raspberry Pi computers remotely from your Apple devices. Offers fast, secure, and reliable desktop access for work, travel, or helping others. Integrates with modern workflows and system features for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Remote access to Mac, Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi
  • Fast and secure VNC connections
  • Curtain Mode for private sessions
  • SSH connections and key support
  • Clipboard and file transfer
  • Multi-display support
  • Siri and Shortcuts integration
Features
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Access your computers from anywhere. Screens lets you remotely access your Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, or Raspberry Pi from your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Vision Pro. Whether you’re connecting to a remote workstation, a headless Mac mini, or helping friends and family, Screens delivers fast, secure, and reliable remote desktop access wherever you are. REMOTE ACCESS FROM ANYWHERE Remote access is built right into Screens on Mac. For older Macs and Windows PCs, install Screens Connect to easily set up remote access over the internet. Need to connect to Linux or Raspberry Pi? Screens also integrates with Tailscale for secure, hassle-free connections. FAST, SECURE REMOTE DESKTOP ACCESS Screens is optimized for responsive remote control with support for: • Curtain Mode for private remote sessions on Mac • SSH connections and SSH keys • Secure password storage and quick logins • Observe or control remote computers • Adaptive and Full display quality BUILT FOR MODERN REMOTE WORKFLOWS Use Screens to: • Access remote Macs, PCs, Linux systems, and Raspberry Pi devices • Connect to headless Mac mini setups and remote workstations • Monitor long-running tasks from anywhere • Help friends, family, or coworkers remotely • Access your computers while traveling or away from home DO MORE WITH SCREENS Take advantage of powerful system features across iPhone and iPad: • Connect using Siri, Shortcuts, and Spotlight • Quickly connect to saved computers from widgets • Use external keyboards, mice, and trackpads • Use Apple Pencil on iPad • Display your remote computer on an external display with AirPlay POWERFUL FEATURES • Multi-display support • Clipboard sharing • File transfer between iPhone, iPad, or Vision Pro and Mac • Customizable connection settings for individual computers • Dictation support for remote text input • Session selection on Mac • iCloud synchronization • Full URL Schemes support • Touch ID, Face ID, Apple Watch, and password protection COMPATIBILITY • Connect from iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro • Connect to Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, and Raspberry Pi • Screens Connect is built into Screens for Mac on macOS 14.6 or later • Standalone Screens Connect is available for Macs running macOS 10.13 or later and PCs running Windows 10 or later • Clipboard sharing on Windows and Linux supports text only • Sound transmission is not supported due to VNC protocol limitations • Screens does not support connections to iPhone, iPad, or Vision Pro devices Screens gives you secure, reliable access to your computers anytime, anywhere. Privacy Policy: https://screens.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://screens.app/terms

Screenshots

Screens 54 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FlooPen at 100% against Screens 5's 49%. FlooPen also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Screens 5's advantage is ratings volume (608 vs 2) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Screens 5 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FlooPen asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FlooPen holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screens 5 has 608 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of FlooPen's written reviews are positive against 49% of Screens 5's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlooPen ships an update every 2 weeks, Screens 5 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FlooPen versus Screens 5: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlooPenScreens 5
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.5 (608 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better49.2% of reviews
Number of ratings2608 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRADIOWORKS MICROELECTRONICS PTY LTDEdovia Inc.

Customer experience

FlooPen

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Screens 5

All ratings590 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral1.5%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews313 reviews
Positive49.2%
Neutral8.3%
Negative42.5%

Bugs and requests

FlooPen

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Screens 5

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to delete auto-saved nearby devices
  • Inconsistent behavior when editing device configurations
  • Screens Connect failing to work reliably

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to block remote input while keeping remote desktop visible
  • File transfer between Mac and iOS/iPadOS
  • Upgrade pricing for existing users

In-app purchases

None

FlooPen

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Screens 5

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$29.491 Year
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Family UpgradeFree
  • Lifetime2 variants$199.99

Questions

Is FlooPen free?
FlooPen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Screens 5 free?
Screens 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FlooPen or Screens 5?
FlooPen is rated higher. FlooPen averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Screens 5 averages 4.5 from 608 ratings.
Do FlooPen or Screens 5 have ads?
Neither FlooPen nor Screens 5 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FlooPen or Screens 5?
FlooPen ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screens 5 fortnightly. Most recently, FlooPen was updated on November 3, 2026 and Screens 5 on November 7, 2026.

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