btkbd vs Keypad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
Keypad
Transform your iPad into a smart keyboard for your Mac. Streamline workflows by launching apps, bookmarks, and tools with a single tap. Enhance productivity with custom timers and voice commands.
- Turn iPad into a Mac keyboard
- Launch apps and bookmarks
- Paste emojis instantly
- Switch browser tabs
- Custom Pomodoro timers
- Voice search integration
- Program custom panels
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USE YOUR IOS DEVICE FOR MAC SHORTCUTS - Switch between apps running on your Mac, replace your macOS dock - Launch bookmarks to your favorite sites, dashboards, docs, etc. - Tap emojis to paste them in any chat app - Switch between Google Chrome tabs PRICING Get started for free! Upgrade to enjoy ad-free! Unlimited keys for free, unlike alternatives such as Stream Deck mobile. CONNECTS WIRELESSLY TO YOUR MAC Install the Mac app, which runs quietly and securely in the background. VOICE WORKFLOWS Instantly search with your voice, and it opens the results in your favorite search engine on your Mac. EASY TO CONFIGURE You can configure everything directly from our app. No complicated desktop app. Terms: https://flowylabs.ai/keypad/tos Privacy policy: https://flowylabs.ai/keypad/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Keypad at 5.0 against btkbd's 3.9. Keypad also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 71%) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). btkbd's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and ratings volume (19 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. btkbd sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Keypad sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Keypad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of btkbd's written reviews are positive against 100% of Keypad's.
btkbd ships an update fortnightly, Keypad weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | btkbd | Keypad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (19 ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Iaroslav Mironov | flowy labs, Inc. |
Customer experience
btkbd
Keypad
In-app purchases
btkbd
- btkbd.pro$3.99
Keypad
- Monthly$5.991 Month
- Annual$19.991 Year
