iPocketRemote vs Pin It
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPocketRemote
Transform your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and remote for your Mac. Control the pointer, media, volume, and system functions like locking or sleeping your computer. Connects securely over your local network without needing a cloud service.
- Wireless trackpad control
- Media and volume control
- System control (lock/sleep)
- Secure local network connection
- QR code or code pairing
- Multiple trackpad styles
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and remote control for your Mac. Move the pointer, click, right-click, scroll, and drag from your phone. You can also control media and volume, lock the screen, or put your Mac to sleep—all over your local network. iPocketRemote works with the companion Mac app iPocketDock. In iPocketRemote, open Settings and tap Download Mac App to install it. REMOTE TRACKPAD • Move the Mac pointer with one finger • Tap to click and double-tap to double-click • Two-finger tap for right-click • Scroll with two fingers or along either trackpad edge • Press and move to drag • Adjust pointer sensitivity and edge scrolling • Choose from multiple trackpad styles MEDIA & SYSTEM CONTROLS • Play or pause media • Go to the previous or next track • Adjust volume from 0–100 or mute instantly • Lock your Mac or put it to sleep • Manage multiple Macs and choose a preferred device QUICK, PRIVATE CONNECTION • Pair by scanning a QR code or entering a pairing code • Automatically reconnect to paired Macs • Communicates directly over your local network • No cloud service or account required • Pairing credentials are stored securely in the iOS Keychain REQUIREMENTS • iPhone running iOS 17.0 or later • Mac running the latest iPocketDock • iPhone and Mac connected to the same local network • Camera permission is used only for QR-code pairing • Local Network permission is used to find and connect to your Mac Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Pin It
This app transforms your iPhone's Dynamic Island into a persistent display for important text or images. Keep order numbers, codes, and quick notes visible on your Lock Screen and above all other apps for instant access. Seamlessly integrate with Siri Shortcuts for faster logging and automation.
- Pin text or images to Dynamic Island
- Persistent display on Lock Screen and above apps
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- One-tap pinning and automation
- Long-press to manage pinned items
- Clean and intuitive interface
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Stop unlocking your phone for tiny details! Pin order numbers, codes, and quick notes directly to your Dynamic Island. View them from your Lock Screen and in any app. With Siri Shortcuts integration, logging info is faster than ever. A smarter, more efficient iPhone experience starts here. ------------------------------ Tired of digging through messages for that one code or note? Pin It transforms your iPhone's Dynamic Island into a persistent, convenient information hub. Keep what matters most always in sight. ------------------------------ Designed for the Dynamic Island • Pin Anything, Instantly: Secure your crucial text or images—like order pick-up numbers, package codes, meeting times, or to-dos—right onto your Dynamic Island. • Stays on Top: Your pinned post remains visible on your Lock Screen and above all other apps, ensuring your key info is always just a glance away. • Switch & Manage with a Tap: Long-press on the Dynamic Island to swiftly cycle through your pinned posts or unpin them—all without ever opening the app. ------------------------------ Deep Integration with Siri Shortcuts • One-Tap Pinning: Create custom shortcuts for your routines (e.g., "Pin Takeout Code," "Save Idea"). Pin any text or image with a single tap or by asking Siri. It's that seamless. • Powerful Automation: Unleash next-level efficiency. Set up automations to, for example, automatically pin your shopping list when you arrive at the grocery store or pin a daily reminder at a specific time. ------------------------------ Simplicity at Its Best • The interface is clean and intuitive, requiring zero learning curve. • We focus purely on the core experience of pinning and viewing, with no unnecessary features. It's your go-to information pit stop. ------------------------------ Who Is It For? • Food & Shopping Enthusiasts: Never miss a pick-up number or parcel code again. Find your locker in a glance. • Students & Professionals: Instantly capture fleeting tasks and sparks of inspiration before you forget them. ------------------------------ EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Pin It at every 2 days against iPocketRemote's every 2 weeks. On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. iPocketRemote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year and Pin It sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iPocketRemote ships an update every 2 weeks, Pin It every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPocketRemote | Pin It |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (19 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | 81.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 19 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 胜天 何 | ZIZICICI LIMITED |
Customer experience
iPocketRemote
Pin It
In-app purchases
iPocketRemote
- Yearly Premium$1.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$3.99
Pin It
- Pin Pro$3.99








