Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad) vs btkbd
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad)
Transform your iPad into a wireless remote and trackpad for your computer. Control media, surf the web, and present with ease using an intuitive interface and application-specific keys. Ideal for home theater PCs and presentations.
- Wireless remote control
- Oversized multi-touch trackpad
- Application notification system
- Full-fledged dock
- Password protection
- Custom sensitivity settings
- Multitouch gestures
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Mobile Mouse instantly transforms your iPad into a wireless remote and oversized multi-touch trackpad for your computer! Sit back and use this remote to surf the web, browse your photo library or control your music player from the comfort of your couch. Mobile Mouse is an essential part of any home theater PC and a presenter's best friend. Mobile Free Mouse uses an innovative application notification system to let the iPad know what program you are running at any time and show the appropriate keys for that program. This allows Mobile Mouse to provide a single screen remote for controlling ALL your media and web applications. Mobile Mouse is the only app to feature a full fledged dock, just like you'd find on your Mac! Mobile Free Mouse supports all the most popular web and media programs for the Mac and PC. New remote definitions are automatically downloaded daily to your computer, so you will always have the newest remotes as we create them. Features (FREE Version): - Trackpad (full screen vertical and landscape modes) - Application notifications - Remote keyboard - On screen typing - Password protection - Custom sensitivity settings - Foreign language keyboards - Supports Bonjour or static IP - No screen size limitation. Works with multiple monitors. - Landscape keyboard (shake in landscape mode to show) - Scroll pad - Left and Right mouse buttons - Multitouch gestures (scroll & right click) There is also a PRO version which features: - Tech support & Free updates - Application switcher (works just like the dock in OS X) - File Browser - Advanced, programmable multitouch gestures, including all found in Lion - Media Remote (w/vol up/down and eject buttons) - Web Remote - Numeric keyboard - Modifier Keys - Programmable hotkeys (can be set to run a program or keyboard combination) - Sleep/Wake your computer - And much, much, much more. View our demo video and website to see all that Mobile Mouse can do for you. Requirements: - iOS 3.2+ - Mac OS X 10.6+ (Intel) - Windows XP/Vista/7/8 (32/64bit) - WIFI router (works best on a local area network or Ad hoc network) - Mobile Mouse Server Software ** BEFORE YOU RUN THE SOFTWARE ** you will need to download the server application from : http://www.mobilemouse.com ** IMPORTANT ** IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS AT ALL, PLEASE CHECK THE TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION ON OUR SITE. We cannot provide technical support for the free version. If you are having problems, please take a look at our troubleshooting section on the website as well as the user forums, or consider purchasing the PRO version. Visit our site for demos and setup instructions. Provides remote control capabilities for programs like iTunes, VLC, Front Row, Windows Media Center, WinAmp, Firefox, Safari, boxee, PowerPoint, Keynote, and much more!
btkbd
Transform your phone into a full-sized Bluetooth keyboard for various devices like laptops, tablets, and smart TVs. Easily type emails, messages, and more without needing extra hardware. Ideal for on-the-go use or when you need a convenient typing solution.
- Turns phone into a full-sized keyboard
- Connects via Bluetooth
- Supports laptops, tablets, TVs, and consoles
- Easy setup and pairing
- Convenient for travel and remote use
- Type emails, messages, and notes
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Imagine turning your phone into a trusty, full-sized keyboard whenever you need it. That’s exactly what this app does. No fuss, no fancy tricks—just a straightforward way to type on all kinds of devices, from your laptop and tablet to your TV box, gaming console, or even a smart fridge that supports a Bluetooth keyboard. With a few quick taps, you’ll be typing away, crafting emails, notes, and all sorts of messages as if you were using a regular keyboard. It’s great for those moments when you’re on the go and don’t want to lug around extra gear. The setup is easy—just open the app, pair it via Bluetooth, and you’re good to go. Type comfortably and confidently, whether you’re writing that big project proposal, chatting with friends, playing a game that needs precise input, or simply searching for your next movie to watch. You’ll have all the keys you need right there on your phone’s screen. Want to lean back on the couch while typing on your smart TV? No problem. Need something lighter to carry than a full keyboard while traveling? This app has you covered. It’s a handy companion that’s always with you, making everyday tasks a little smoother and more enjoyable. Give it a try, and discover how easy it can be to transform your phone into your personal keyboard assistant.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad) at none against btkbd's 1. Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad) also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). btkbd's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 48%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. btkbd sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad) asks for nothing beyond the download.
btkbd holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad)'s written reviews are positive against 71% of btkbd's.
Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad) ships an update every 2 months, btkbd fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad) | btkbd |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (10 ratings) | 4.0 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 47.7% of reviews | 71.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 10 | 13 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | R.P.A. Tech | Iaroslav Mironov |
Customer experience
Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad)
btkbd
In-app purchases
Mobile Mouse Remote (Free/iPad)
No in-app purchases
btkbd
- btkbd.pro$3.99
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