Comparison

FlooPen vs HDMI

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

HDMI

Transform your device into an external monitor for gaming, photography, and video. Connect consoles, cameras, PCs, and more for high-quality HD streaming. Enjoy a portable display and immersive audio experience.

Highlights
  • External display functionality
  • Connect gaming consoles
  • High-quality HD streaming
  • Supports cameras and PCs
  • Portable screen solution
  • USB-C video capture card compatible
Features
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Turn your device into an external display with HDMI Monitor, perfect for gaming, photo- & video-shooting, and more. Connect your gaming console to your device and enjoy your favorite games without the need to have a TV or Display at hand. Key Features: - Versatile Functionality: Seamless integration with consoles, cameras, professional photoshooting gear, PC, and just about any other device that supports HDMI output. - High-Quality Streaming: Crystal-clear HD video and high-quality audio, with full support for your headphones. - Get a Display and High-Quality Speakers: Turn your device into a media station that’s part of the ecosystem that you can access for complete immersion and 100% satisfaction. - Fast and User-Friendly: Quick setup and responsive design for a hassle-free experience. Improved Connectivity: - Use a simple USB-C video-capture card for easy connection. - Supports various resolutions and frame rates for optimal video clarity. Ideal For: - Gamers, photographers, videographers and geeks. - Anyone needing a portable screen for games, movies, TV, or presentations. You need: HDMI to USB-C Video Capture Card, iPad with USB-C and iOS 17 Try the ultimate app that turns your device into a universal display!

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FlooPen at 100% against HDMI's 52%. FlooPen also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.9) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). HDMI's advantage is ratings volume (72 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FlooPen holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HDMI has 72 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 52% of HDMI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlooPen ships an update every 2 weeks, HDMI every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 19, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
FlooPen versus HDMI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlooPenHDMI
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better2.9 (72 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better52.2% of reviews
Number of ratings272 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRADIOWORKS MICROELECTRONICS PTY LTDIon Danilov

Customer experience

FlooPen

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

HDMI

All ratings72 ratings
Positive45.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive52.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative47.8%

In-app purchases

None

FlooPen

No in-app purchases

None

HDMI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FlooPen free?
FlooPen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HDMI free?
HDMI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FlooPen or HDMI?
FlooPen is rated higher. FlooPen averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while HDMI averages 2.9 from 72 ratings.
Do FlooPen or HDMI have ads?
Neither FlooPen nor HDMI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FlooPen or HDMI?
FlooPen ships an update every 2 weeks, and HDMI every 3 weeks. Most recently, FlooPen was updated on September 19, 2026 and HDMI on September 19, 2026.

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