Comparison

Pi vs CommandDeck

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

Head to head
About

Pi

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Pi-hole Companion gives you full control over your Pi-hole DNS filter -- right from your iPhone or iPad. DASHBOARD The overview dashboard shows you in real time: total queries, blocked queries, connected clients, blocking rate, and a 24-hour history graph. DNS BLOCKING CONTROL Toggle DNS blocking on or off directly from the app -- including timed disable with a countdown timer. QUERY LOG & LIVE LOG Browse every DNS query on your network. Filter by domain or client and instantly see whether a query was allowed or blocked. Enable the live log for real-time updates every 2 seconds. DOMAIN MANAGEMENT Add domains to your allow or block list, edit or remove them -- with support for exact match and regex patterns. Assign domains to groups for targeted filtering. GROUPS & CLIENT MANAGEMENT Create groups and assign clients, domains, and lists to them -- so different devices on your network get different filtering rules. BLOCK LISTS & GRAVITY Manage your subscription block lists, assign them to groups, and trigger gravity updates with live progress output. TOP CLIENTS & TOP DOMAINS See at a glance which devices make the most queries and which domains are most queried or blocked. QUERY TYPES & SYSTEM MESSAGES Analyze the distribution of DNS query types (A, AAAA, HTTPS, ...) and keep track of Pi-hole system warnings. SYSTEM INFORMATION Monitor CPU, memory, temperature, and software versions of your Pi-hole server. COMPATIBLE WITH PI-HOLE V6 Pi-hole Companion connects directly to your Pi-hole server via the official API. Just enter your server URL and app password -- done. DEMO MODE Not sure yet? Try the app in demo mode with realistic sample data -- no Pi-hole required.

About

CommandDeck

Features
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CommandDeck turns your iPhone into a remote control for your Mac. Adjust the volume, play or pause media, skip tracks, launch apps, and keep your Mac awake — straight from your phone, over your own local network. Your iPhone and Mac talk to each other directly on your Wi-Fi. Commands do not travel through our servers. Pairing is a one-time 6-digit PIN shown on your Mac. WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR FREE • Pair your iPhone with your Mac • Try basic volume and media controls • Confirm that CommandDeck works on your own network before upgrading COMMANDDECK PRO Pro unlocks the full Mac remote: • Volume — set or mute your Mac's output from your phone • Media — play, pause, skip, seek, shuffle, and repeat in the apps you already use • Apps — launch your Mac apps with a tap • Keep awake — stop your Mac from sleeping while it works • Lock screen, display sleep/wake, Shortcuts, and more system controls • Widgets and extras — run Mac actions from your iPhone faster • More controls — add new ones anytime with community packages COMMUNITY PACKAGES Controls are modular. Beyond the built-ins, you can install community packages to add new buttons, toggles, and sliders — no app update required. Browse and add them right from the app. PRICING Start with basic controls for free. CommandDeck Pro includes a 7-day free trial, then $29.99/year or $2.99/month. A one-time $79.99 lifetime unlock is also available. No ads, no account sign-up. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Everything runs on your local network. Your Mac and iPhone connect directly; control commands stay on your Wi-Fi and are not routed through us. No account required, nothing to sign up for. REQUIREMENTS • An iPhone and a Mac on the same local network • The free CommandDeck Mac app (menu-bar app — a quick free download) • That's the entire install — every control, including lock screen, sleep, media keys, Shortcuts, and scripts, works right away, no separate helper app needed CommandDeck has no ads and no AI — it just controls your Mac. Download CommandDeck for Mac: https://commanddeck.meoa.space/download Terms of Use: https://commanddeck.meoa.space/terms

Screenshots

Pi4 screens
CommandDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pi at none against CommandDeck's 3. Pi also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. CommandDeck sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pi asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pi ships an update weekly, CommandDeck every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Pi versus CommandDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPiCommandDeck
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerdevsuit GmbHRassul Kainazarov

In-app purchases

None

Pi

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

CommandDeck

Subscriptions2
  • CommandMac Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • CommandMac Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • CommandDeck Pro Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Pi free?
Pi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CommandDeck free?
CommandDeck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pi or CommandDeck have ads?
Neither Pi nor CommandDeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pi or CommandDeck?
Pi ships an update weekly, and CommandDeck every 4 days. Most recently, Pi was updated on October 8, 2026 and CommandDeck on September 26, 2026.

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