Mouse Link vs PhoneMouse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Mouse Link
Control your computer remotely using your smartphone or tablet over Wi-Fi. Navigate your mouse, type on a keyboard, and manage presentations with intuitive gestures and customizable shortcuts. Enjoy seamless wireless control from anywhere in your home.
- Remote mouse control with multi-finger gestures
- Virtual keyboard with customizable shortcuts
- Presentation mode with laser pointer functionality
- Multimedia and browser control
- File editing and computer management
- Text and picture transfer via clipboard
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Are you having trouble receiving signals from your wireless keyboard and mouse? Have multiple computers to control, but donβt want to buy multiple keyboards and mouse? Or is it inconvenient to control your mouse on the sofa? You can easily control your computer with just a smart device such as a mobile phone or tablet. As long as there is a Wi-Fi signal, you don't have to worry about signal reception. Now, lie back on the sofa and enjoy the convenience of Mouse Link! ** Our special features: - Simple, intuitive and beautiful operating interface - No matter how many devices you have, you can control them all with one mobile phone - Wi-Fi wireless transmission, no longer worry about distance issues ** About the touchpad - Control your mouse with multi-finger gestures - Easily operated by both left and right hands - Supports side mouse buttons to easily return to the previous page - Turn on the presentation mode to turn your phone into a presentation pen - Experience the freedom of wireless control as your device transforms into a responsive air mouse. ** About the keyboard - Operation is just like a physical keyboard - Customize your own shortcut keys ** Presentation Mode - Replaces presentation remotes for easy navigation between slides. - Utilizes focus mode to replace laser pointer, ensuring the audience stays engaged with the content. ** Multimedia control - Play, previous and next songs with just one click - Support volume keys to directly control computer volume ** Computer control - Browser control makes browsing the web more relaxed and enjoyable - Open customized applications with one click - File editing control, copy, paste, archive, select all, search, replace - Control computer shutdown, restart, sleep, and user logout - Transfer text and pictures between your phone and computer through clipboard ** How to get started? 1. Download and install the PC application (https://mouselink.app/) 2. Allow the application to pass the computer firewall permissions 3. Place your computer and mobile device on the same network 4. Start enjoying Mouse Link! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
PhoneMouse
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REQUIRES MAC APP β Download PhoneMouse on your Mac too. One purchase covers both! Never be stuck without a mouse again. PhoneMouse turns your iPhone into a wireless mouse for your Mac β perfect for presentations, travel, or when you forget your mouse at home. TWO CONTROL MODES β’ Gyro Mode β Wave your phone like a magic wand to control the cursor β’ Trackpad Mode β Use your screen as a wireless trackpad EASY SETUP 1. Download PhoneMouse on both your iPhone and Mac 2. Select your Mac from the app 3. Start controlling instantly PERFECT FOR β’ Presentations and demos β’ Couch computing β’ Travel and remote work β’ Emergency backup No subscriptions. No ads. One purchase for iPhone + Mac.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PhoneMouse at none against Mouse Link's 1. PhoneMouse also leads on ads (none vs shown). Mouse Link's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Mouse Link sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PhoneMouse asks for nothing beyond the download.
Mouse Link ships an update weekly, PhoneMouse every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mouse Link | PhoneMouse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 4 days β better |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 26.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lin Chia Han | Benjamin Nærø |
In-app purchases
Mouse Link
- Pro Lifetime$4.99
PhoneMouse
No in-app purchases









