AirKey vs Remote Trackpad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AirKey
This utility allows you to use your iPhone as a wireless keyboard for your Mac. Simply type on your iPhone and send the text directly to any application on your Mac, leveraging your local network for seamless input.
- Use iPhone as Mac keyboard
- Wireless text input
- Send text to Mac apps
- Menu bar application
- Clipboard integration
- Send messages back to iPhone
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==First== Download & Install Mac app http://www.catalystwo.com/download/AirKey.zip Mac OSX 10.7 - 10.9.x How to use… 1. Choose an application you want to type into (e.g. TextEdit) and make inputting ready on that application. 2. Open AirKey app on iPhone. First time you connect, choose your iPhone from "Device". Connection should start automatically next time. 3. Type something on the iPhone then tap “Send”. The text should be typed on your Mac. ===Note=== AirKey for Mac is a menu bar application. The icon does not appear in Dock. It does appear on the main menu bar (at the top of the screen.) Your Mac and iPhone should be on the same local network (They need to be connected to “Bonjour” network.) This application uses clipboard. When your Mac receives text from your iPhone, it copies it to a clipboard, then it is pasted to the destination application. Open “Send Message to Device” then type message in the window to send text back to iPhone. ------- Mac® and Bonjour® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Remote Trackpad
Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. Easily control your computer from a distance without needing extra peripherals. Enjoy customizable keyboard layouts and adjustable tracking speeds for a seamless experience.
- Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Mac
- Easy 2-step setup
- Customizable keyboard styles
- Adjustable tracking and scrolling speed
- Gesture support
- Remote Mac control
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Remote Trackpad is the best solution to make your iPhone two in one - keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. It is not always convenient to bring trackpad, keyboard and mouse with you, but iPhone is always in your pocket. Follow just 2 steps to make it work: 1. Download app to your iPhone and Mac 2. Scan QR-code with your iPhone camera in the app ATTENTION: Don’t forget to connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi network! Full customization of the keyboard will allow you to create your own unique style. You can also adjust tracking and scrolling speed, scroll direction and gestures in settings. Operate your Mac from anywhere you want without being surrounded by extra devices in front of the screen! https://impulsoryapps.com/privacy https://impulsoryapps.com/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: AirKey at 5.0 against Remote Trackpad's 3.7. AirKey also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). Remote Trackpad's advantage is ratings volume (38 vs 1). 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
Both are free to download. Remote Trackpad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. AirKey asks for nothing beyond the download.
AirKey holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Trackpad has 38 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of AirKey's written reviews are positive against 17% of Remote Trackpad's.
| Parameter | AirKey | Remote Trackpad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 3.7 (38 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better | 16.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 38 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 6.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Catalystwo | Impulsory, LLC |
Customer experience
AirKey
Remote Trackpad
In-app purchases
AirKey
No in-app purchases
Remote Trackpad
- 1 Week Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- 3 Months Subscription$9.993 Months
- Special gestures and settings$19.991 Month
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- Handy wireless remote mouse$19.991 Month
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