Comparison

FlickMouse vs TouchLink

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

Head to head
About

FlickMouse

Features
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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

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TouchLink

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad & keyboard for your Mac. Whether you're controlling your Mac from across the room, moving the cursor during a presentation, or relaxing on the couch, TouchLink turns the iPhone in your hand into a trackpad for your Mac. No extra hardware needed. Just connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi. [Features] - Smooth trackpad Move the cursor smoothly with one finger. Tap to left-click, two-finger tap to right-click, press and hold to drag. - Mac-style gestures Two-finger scroll, pinch to zoom, three-finger swipe for Mission Control and switching Spaces. - Keyboard input Type directly from your iPhone to your Mac. Modifier keys (Command / Option / Shift) and shortcuts like Command-C and Command-V. Arrow keys and Backspace supported. - App Launcher (TouchLink Pro) Launch and bring your favorite Mac apps to the front with one tap. Running apps are highlighted. Open favorite websites in your Mac browser with a tap. Quick buttons for Spotlight, Screenshot, Mission Control and more. - Easy connection Automatic discovery and connection over the same Wi-Fi. No pairing needed. [Before you start] - A free Mac companion app is required: https://tl-mac.vercel.app/ - Connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi network. - The trackpad and keyboard are free. The App Launcher is unlocked with a one-time purchase, TouchLink Pro. [Requirements] - iPhone: iOS 16.0 or later - Mac: macOS 13.0 or later (free Mac app required)

Screenshots

FlickMouse4 screens
TouchLink2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TouchLink at every 3 days against FlickMouse's weekly. TouchLink also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FlickMouse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and TouchLink sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlickMouse ships an update weekly, TouchLink every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
FlickMouse versus TouchLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlickMouseTouchLink
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.516.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTetsuya SatoFRE:X DESIGN INC.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FlickMouse

Subscriptions2
  • FlickMouse Pro$0.991 Month
  • FlickMouse Pro Yearly$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • FlickMouse Pro Lifetime$9.99
1 purchases

TouchLink

One-time1
  • TouchLink Pro$6.99

Questions

Is FlickMouse free?
FlickMouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TouchLink free?
TouchLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FlickMouse or TouchLink have ads?
Neither FlickMouse nor TouchLink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FlickMouse or TouchLink?
FlickMouse ships an update weekly, and TouchLink every 3 days. Most recently, FlickMouse was updated on September 8, 2026 and TouchLink on September 20, 2026.

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