Apps Launcher vs iDock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Apps Launcher
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Simple App Launcher by using only AppID How to check AppID 1. Go to the Apple App Store page. 2. Search for your app and go to the app page. 3. The Apple App Store URL uses the following format: http://apps.apple.com/＜country＞/app/＜app–name＞/id＜store-ID＞
iDock
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iDock is a remote launcher that allows you to quickly launch Mac applications from your iPhone. Simply launch iDock on your Mac and pair it with an iPhone connected to the same Wi-Fi network to place your frequently used Mac apps on the iPhone's launcher screen. Tapping an icon will instantly open the corresponding Mac application. It supports a simple grid layout, drag-to-reorder functionality, and adding or removing apps. You can place your iPhone on your desk and smoothly control your Mac apps right from your fingertips.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: iDock at none against Apps Launcher's shown. Apps Launcher's advantage is iOS requirement (16.7.10 vs 18.0). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Apps Launcher | iDock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 16.7.10 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hideaki Uchikoshi | Tidy Bear, LLC |
In-app purchases
Apps Launcher
No in-app purchases
iDock
No in-app purchases
