Comparison

AirKey vs Remote Trackpad

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Use iPhone as Mac keyboard
  • Wireless text input
  • Send text to Mac apps
  • Menu bar application
  • Clipboard integration
  • Send messages back to iPhone
Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Mac
  • Easy 2-step setup
  • Customizable keyboard styles
  • Adjustable tracking and scrolling speed
  • Gesture support
  • Remote Mac control
Features
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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

Screenshots

AirKey2 screens
Remote Trackpad4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
AirKey versus Remote Trackpad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirKeyRemote Trackpad
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.7 (38 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings138 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS6.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCatalystwoImpulsory, LLC

Customer experience

AirKey

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Remote Trackpad

All ratings38 ratings
Positive65.8%
Neutral5.3%
Negative28.9%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral13.3%
Negative70.0%

In-app purchases

None

AirKey

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Remote Trackpad

Subscriptions4
  • 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

Questions

Is AirKey free?
AirKey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Trackpad free?
Remote Trackpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AirKey or Remote Trackpad?
AirKey is rated higher. AirKey averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Remote Trackpad averages 3.7 from 38 ratings.
Do AirKey or Remote Trackpad have ads?
Remote Trackpad shows ads; AirKey does not.

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