Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote vs HID HOP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote
Transform your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch into a wireless mouse, keyboard, and touchpad for your Mac or iPad. Connect instantly via native Bluetooth for seamless, low-latency control without Wi-Fi or companion software. Ideal for presentations, travel, and everyday computing.
- Native Bluetooth connection
- Multi-device control
- Multitouch touchpad
- Media remote functionality
- Full keyboard input
- Offline operation
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Turn your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch into a Bluetooth mouse, wireless keyboard, touchpad, and remote control for your Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, or iPad. Free trial available. A paid subscription is required to continue using Mobile Mouse after the trial. Enjoy responsive control wherever you work or play, even without an internet connection. Navigate your computer from the couch, deliver presentations, control music and movies, or travel with one less accessory. • Connect directly over Bluetooth — No Wi-Fi network, internet connection, or companion server software required on the device you control. • Multitouch Trackpad — Move the cursor, scroll, swipe, and tap with intuitive touch gestures. • Air Mouse — Control your cursor by moving your iPhone in the air. Great for presentations and controlling your computer from across the room. • Full Keyboard & Number Pad — Type wirelessly with standard keys, function keys, modifier keys, and shortcuts for brightness, sleep, and more. • Media, Presentation & TV Remotes — Play and pause media, skip tracks, adjust volume, and control slides with dedicated remotes. • Custom Remote Builder — Create and share remotes tailored to your favorite apps and workflows. Sync your custom remotes across your devices. • Mouse Jiggler — Keep your computer awake with automatic mouse movement. • Multiple Devices — Use one controller with your compatible computers, iPads, iPhones, and Apple TV. Your iPad can serve as either a controller or the device being controlled. • Text Editor - Compose large messages to send at once. Quick Text lets you save frequently used snippets of text. • Encrypted Keyboard Input — Type securely over an encrypted Bluetooth connection. FREE TRIAL & SUBSCRIPTION Try Mobile Mouse free to test compatibility and explore its features. Continued use requires a paid subscription. WHY MOBILE MOUSE? • Works Wherever You Are — Control nearby devices at home, in the office, in a classroom, or while traveling. Mobile Mouse connects directly over Bluetooth, so you don’t need a local area network, private Wi-Fi, or internet access. • No Companion Software — Nothing to install on the computer you control. Ideal for work or shared computers where you can’t install additional software. • No Pairing necessary on Apple Devices — Connect to compatible Apple devices without going through Bluetooth pairing. Just connect and take control. • Independent of Wi-Fi — Keep control when Wi-Fi is unavailable, unreliable, or prevents devices from communicating with each other. • Ready for Presentations and Travel — Skip the hassle of joining an unfamiliar network or setting up server software. Your mouse, keyboard, and presentation remote are already with you. • A Backup Within Reach — Mouse batteries dead? Keyboard unavailable? Use your iPhone or iPad to get back in control. • Nearly Two Decades of Experience — We created the first mobile mouse app in 2009. Since then, we’ve continued to innovate, embracing new technologies and shaping our apps around the needs and feedback of our users. Use Mobile Mouse with your favorite apps, from YouTube, Netflix, Spotify, and Apple Music to Keynote, PowerPoint, and Google Slides. Browse the web, manage your home theater PC, or keep presentation controls close at hand. OPTIONAL USB DONGLE Expand compatibility with the optional Bluetooth USB-C dongle. It receives your controls and acts as a standard USB mouse and keyboard for compatible Windows PCs, Linux systems, Raspberry Pi, Meta Quest, Android and ChromeOS devices, and smart TVs. On supported systems, the dongle also enables control at login screens, in BIOS/UEFI settings, and before the operating system loads. Privacy Policy: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/terms
HID HOP
Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for any computer. Control your device from a distance with features like media controls and secure PIN protection. Works seamlessly with macOS, Windows, Linux, and ChromeOS.
- Full keyboard with special keys
- Precision trackpad with tap-to-click
- Media controls
- Secure PIN-protected connection
- Low-latency response
- Works with any USB HID computer
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for any computer with HID-HOP. Connect to the HID-HOP USB dongle via Bluetooth and control your computer from across the room – perfect for presentations, media centers, or couch computing. FEATURES: • Full keyboard with special keys and shortcuts • Precision trackpad with tap-to-click and scrolling • Media controls for play/pause, volume, and track navigation • Secure PIN-protected connection with encrypted Bluetooth • Low-latency response for smooth, real-time control • Works with any computer that supports USB HID devices REQUIREMENTS: • HID-HOP USB dongle (nRF52840-based hardware) • iPhone with Bluetooth Low Energy support • iOS 15.0 or later HOW IT WORKS: 1. Plug the HID-HOP dongle into your computer's USB port 2. Open the app and scan for your dongle 3. Enter your security PIN to pair 4. Start typing and controlling! The dongle appears as a standard USB keyboard and mouse to your computer – no drivers or software installation required. Works with macOS, Windows, Linux, and ChromeOS. Perfect for: • Home theater and media center control • Presentations and meetings • Controlling computers from a distance • Accessibility and convenience Open source firmware available at github.com/nathanabrewer
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HID HOP at 5.0 against Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote's 3.7. HID HOP also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. HID HOP asks for nothing beyond the download.
HID HOP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.
Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote ships an update every 10 days, HID HOP weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote | HID HOP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (6 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | R.P.A. Tech | Nathan Brewer |
In-app purchases
Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Remote
- Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Mobile Mouse Lifetime$39.99
HID HOP
No in-app purchases
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