Tracepad vs Mobile Mouse USB Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tracepad
Transform your iPhone into a wireless trackpad for your Mac. Enjoy full gesture support, a built-in keyboard, and low latency for presentations or remote control. Connect via Bluetooth or USB for a seamless experience.
- Full gesture support
- Wireless and USB connection
- Built-in keyboard
- Low latency control
- Privacy-focused connection
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Tracepad turns your iPhone into a wireless trackpad, keyboard and mouse controller. For devices where you do not want to install a helper app, use Universal Keyboard & Mouse Mode and pair Tracepad as a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse for Mac, iPad, Windows PCs and other compatible devices. For the complete Mac experience, install the companion Mac app and use familiar trackpad gestures with low-latency Bluetooth or USB connection. FEATURES • Mac Trackpad Mode Use your iPhone as a precise trackpad for Mac with scrolling, clicking, dragging and advanced gestures. • Universal Keyboard & Mouse Mode Pair directly as a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse for Mac, iPad, Windows PCs and other compatible devices. No helper app required on the target device. • Built-in Keyboard Type on your Mac from your iPhone, with support for common modifier keys and shortcuts. • Dual Connection for Mac Connect to your Mac over Bluetooth or USB cable. No Wi-Fi required. • Low Latency Optimized for responsive, smooth and precise control. • Privacy First Direct device-to-device connection. Your input never goes through any server. REQUIREMENTS • Mac Trackpad Mode requires the free companion Mac app. • Universal Keyboard & Mouse Mode requires a device that supports Bluetooth keyboard and mouse input. Perfect for presentations, couch control, quick typing, or using your iPhone as a portable keyboard and mouse. Terms of Use: https://www.tracepad.site/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.tracepad.site/privacy Subscription Terms: https://www.tracepad.site/subscription
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
Transform your iOS device into a versatile USB mouse, keyboard, and remote. Connects directly via Bluetooth to a separate dongle, offering reliable offline control for various devices without needing Wi-Fi or companion software.
- USB mouse, keyboard, and touchpad functionality
- Direct Bluetooth connection via USB dongle
- Works offline without Wi-Fi or companion software
- Control PCs, Linux, smart TVs, and more
- Multitouch touchpad with gestures
- Air mouse cursor control
- Media remote functionality
- Full encrypted keyboard
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** Important: This app requires the purchase of our USB-C dongle and will NOT work without it, sold separately: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/dongle ** We also offer a WIFI and Bluetooth version of this app that does not require a dongle Turn your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch into a real USB mouse, keyboard, touchpad, and remote for any device! Connect instantly using native USB over Bluetooth — no Wi-Fi, no cables, and no companion software required. Once you have paired your iOS device to the dongle, it can be plugged into to any device that supports a mouse and keyboard. Unlike other remote apps that rely on Wi-Fi networks or background server software, Mobile Mouse uses a direct Bluetooth connection to our USB dongle for reliable performance anywhere — even offline. Features • Control virtually any device that supports a USB mouse and keyboard, including Windows PCs, Linux systems, Raspberry Pi, Meta Quest, ChromeOS devices, smart TVs, and more. The dongle works as a real USB device, allowing access to login screens, BIOS, and system menus without restrictions. • Multi-Device Control – Use your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch to control your Mac, iPad, or iPhone • Native Bluetooth over USB – No Wi-Fi, no cables, no server software to install • Multitouch Touchpad – Scroll, swipe, tap, and perform gestures smoothly • Air Mouse – Magically control your cursor by moving your iPhone in the air like a laser pointer • Media Remote – Play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume • Full Keyboard – Standard and function keys, modifier keys, brightness, sleep, and more. Fully encrypted • Compact Convenience – Ideal for travel, presentations, accessibility, and relaxed computing • Secure - Fully encrypted Frequently Asked Questions • Can I use my iPhone as a Bluetooth mouse? Yes. Mobile Mouse Bluetooth lets you use your iPhone as a real Bluetooth mouse for Mac and iPad. • Can I use my iPhone as a touchpad or trackpad? Yes. The app includes a multitouch touchpad with scrolling, swiping, and gesture support. • Can I use my phone as a keyboard for my Mac or iPad? Yes. Mobile Mouse provides a full Bluetooth keyboard with standard keys, function keys, and modifier keys. • Does Mobile Mouse work without Wi-Fi or internet? Yes. It connects directly using native Bluetooth over USB and works completely offline. • Is this a real USB device or just a remote app? It works as a real USB mouse, keyboard, and touchpad — not a screen-sharing or Wi-Fi remote. • Is Bluetooth input secure? Yes. All Bluetooth keyboard input is encrypted, just like a physical Bluetooth keyboard. • Does it work with Windows or Linux? Yes, it supports all operating systems and devices that can be controlled with a mouse and keybaord • Can I use it at the login screen or BIOS? Yes. With the USB dongle, Mobile Mouse works as a standard USB mouse and keyboard before the OS loads. • What are some additional uses for Mobile Mouse? Mobile Mouse works great as a presentation remote, and media controller. Works with web browsers like Safari, Chrome, and Firefox; video apps including YouTube, Netflix, VLC, Plex, Kodi, and OBS; music apps such as Spotify and Apple Music; presentation tools like Keynote, PowerPoint, and Google Slides; creative apps including Adobe Photoshop; and conferencing apps such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. Privacy Policy: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Mobile Mouse USB Remote at 5.0 against Tracepad's 4.3. Mobile Mouse USB Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (100% vs 69%). Tracepad's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (16 vs 1). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Tracepad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Mobile Mouse USB Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Mobile Mouse USB Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tracepad has 16 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Tracepad's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mobile Mouse USB Remote's.
Tracepad ships an update every 3 days, Mobile Mouse USB Remote every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Tracepad | Mobile Mouse USB Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (16 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 庾涛 沈 | R.P.A. Tech |
Customer experience
Tracepad
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
In-app purchases
Tracepad
- Plus: Unlock iPhone Display$0.991 Month
- Pro Plus: Unlock All Features$1.991 Month
- Tracepad unlock all gesture$3.99
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
No in-app purchases
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