FlickMouse vs GridBar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FlickMouse
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FlickMouse is a remote input app that lets you use your iPhone as a trackpad and keyboard for your Mac (M1 or later). The “FlickMouse Server” app is required on your Mac (macOS). Within the same Wi-Fi network, you can control the cursor, type text, and use shortcuts — all from your iPhone. 【What you can do】 ■ Trackpad controls (Free) ・One finger: move the cursor / tap: left-click ・Two fingers: right-click / scroll ・Three-finger swipes, and more ■ Scroll rails (Pro) ・One-finger vertical / horizontal scroll rails ■ Keyboard input (Pro) ・Send text from the input field at the bottom of the screen ・One-tap keys you use often, such as Enter / Delete / Arrow keys / Space ■ Shortcuts / function keys (Pro) ・Copy / Paste / Undo / Mission Control / Dock, and more ・F1–F12 keys grouped at the top 【Free vs Pro】 ■ Free ・Move the cursor / left & right click / scroll / swipe gestures ※Pointer controls alone are enough for video playback and simple operations. ■ Pro (Paid: subscription or one-time purchase) ・Text input ・Various key / shortcut buttons (including F1–F12) ・Vertical / horizontal scroll rails, and more 【7-day free trial】 On first launch, tap “Start free for 7 days” to try Pro features for 7 days. After the trial ends, the app automatically switches to Free mode and you can continue using it for free. 【About subscriptions】 ・Pro offers auto-renewing subscriptions (monthly / yearly). ・Your subscription will renew automatically unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. ・After purchase, you can manage or cancel in iPhone Settings > your name > Subscriptions. 【About the one-time purchase】 ・The one-time purchase lets you use Pro features with a single payment. 【How to use (3-minute setup)】 Install “FlickMouse Server” on your Mac. Launch Server and keep it in standby mode. Connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi network. On your iPhone, enter the IP address and port to connect. ※Once set up, you can start quickly next time with auto-reconnect. 【Communication & privacy】 ・No account registration required ・Communication between iPhone and Mac is encrypted ・No ad SDKs or tracking libraries are used Official / guide / download ・Official page: https://tech-peace-lab.jp/flickmouse/ ・Setup guide: https://tech-peace-lab.jp/flickmouse/setup.html ・Direct Server download: https://tech-peace-lab.jp/flickmouse/index.html#download Terms (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://tech-peace-lab.jp/flickmouse/privacy
GridBar
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Your Mac project board, ready when you leave your desk. GridBar for iPhone and iPad is the companion to your Mac workspace. Turn on iCloud Sync on each device and bring your first board across for free. Your project links, people and useful information stay close, so you can act on them right away. FROM BOARD TO ACTION Open a client portal. Call a contact. Copy a reference number from an info key. Start an email or run an Apple Shortcut. Each portable key puts a useful next step one tap away. BUILD HERE, CONTINUE ON MAC Create link, call, email and info keys on iPhone or iPad. With iCloud Sync enabled, eligible boards and keys stay in step with your Mac. The free plan syncs your first board; Pro brings additional boards and the Stash. KNOW WHAT TRAVELS Mac app launches, local file paths, window layouts and simulated keystrokes cannot run on iPhone or iPad. GridBar keeps those keys visible with a Mac badge. A Mac routine can run only its first supported step here. STASH FOR THE HANDOFF With Pro and iCloud Sync, move eligible text, links and images through the Stash across your devices. Unpinned items are temporary and are removed after 30 minutes. A sample board in the first-run guide shows how the companion works. You can then sync your Mac board or make a board on this device. Questions or feedback? support@balane.tech
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: FlickMouse at weekly against GridBar's every 3 weeks. GridBar's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. FlickMouse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and GridBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FlickMouse ships an update weekly, GridBar every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FlickMouse | GridBar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tetsuya Sato | Jonas Hoettler |
In-app purchases
FlickMouse
- FlickMouse Pro$0.991 Month
- FlickMouse Pro Yearly$6.991 Year
- FlickMouse Pro Lifetime$9.99
GridBar
- GridBar Pro$8.99









