Comparison

Air file Drop vs RemotePad

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

Head to head
About

Air file Drop

Features
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【Air file Drop】 is a DLNA casting toolkit that mirrors your phone to TVs and speakers with stable HD streams for meetings, home, and classrooms. **Quick device discovery** Auto-scan your local network for TVs, Chromecast, and DLNA displays, then connect with one tap. **Smooth HD casting** Adaptive bitrate keeps 4K/1080p playback steady, with persistent Wi-Fi to reduce drops. **Media library streaming** Cast photos and videos from your library, with timeline, volume, and pause controls. **Screen mirroring and documents** Mirror your screen or send PDFs and slideshows for presentations without cables. **History and fast reconnect** View recent devices, retry failed sessions, and pick up casting where you left off. Share screens and media smoothly on any DLNA display—download to start casting. Subscription Pricing and Terms $6.99/week* $39.99/year* *Prices are in USD; actual charges may convert to local currency. Payment is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and renewal cost is identified. You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://dywnet.xyz/toupingzhushou/privacy.html

About

RemotePad

Features
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Turn your iPhone/iPad into a professional, high-performance wireless trackpad. RemotePad is designed for users who demand desktop-grade precision. Powered by a custom UDP protocol at 120FPS, it delivers a lag-free experience that feels as responsive as a physical trackpad. Whether you are controlling a Mac or a Windows PC, RemotePad provides seamless navigation across your entire local network. Why Choose RemotePad? Ultra-Fluid Performance: 120Hz refresh rate ensures zero-lag cursor movement. Full Gesture Support: Left/Right click, wheel scroll, single-tap, two-finger scroll, and the power-user favorite—Three-Finger Drag. Zero Configuration: Features mDNS auto-discovery to find your devices instantly without typing IP addresses. Multi-Device Mastery: Switch between different computers with a single tap. Built for Everyone: Adjustable layouts for both left-handed and right-handed users. Stunning Visuals: 7 elegant themes to match your personal style and workspace. Perfect For: Professional presentations. Home Theater PC (HTPC) control from the couch. A portable backup for your laptop trackpad or mouse. Note: Requires a small companion server app on your Mac or Windows machine.

Screenshots

Air file Drop4 screens
RemotePad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Air file Drop at Free against RemotePad's $4.99. Air file Drop also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Air file Drop is free to download; RemotePad costs $4.99 up front. Air file Drop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and RemotePad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Air file Drop ships an update every 2 weeks, RemotePad monthly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Air file Drop versus RemotePad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAir file DropRemotePad
PriceFree — better$4.99
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFENGHUI (HK) HOLDINGS LIMITED荷芬 赵

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Air file Drop

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Casting Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Casting Plan$39.991 Year
1 purchases

RemotePad

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime && Remove Ad$4.99

Questions

Is Air file Drop free?
Air file Drop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RemotePad free?
RemotePad costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Air file Drop or RemotePad have ads?
Neither Air file Drop nor RemotePad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Air file Drop or RemotePad?
Air file Drop ships an update every 2 weeks, and RemotePad monthly. Most recently, Air file Drop was updated on October 25, 2026 and RemotePad on October 25, 2026.

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