Comparison

PhoneMouse vs QRDrop

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

Head to head
About

PhoneMouse

Features
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REQUIRES MAC APP — Download PhoneMouse on your Mac too. One purchase covers both! Never be stuck without a mouse again. PhoneMouse turns your iPhone into a wireless mouse for your Mac — perfect for presentations, travel, or when you forget your mouse at home. TWO CONTROL MODES • Gyro Mode – Wave your phone like a magic wand to control the cursor • Trackpad Mode – Use your screen as a wireless trackpad EASY SETUP 1. Download PhoneMouse on both your iPhone and Mac 2. Select your Mac from the app 3. Start controlling instantly PERFECT FOR • Presentations and demos • Couch computing • Travel and remote work • Emergency backup No subscriptions. No ads. One purchase for iPhone + Mac.

About

QRDrop

Features
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Transfer files without installing another app. QRDrop turns your iPhone, iPad, TV, or computer into a secure local file transfer portal. Simply open QRDrop on one device, scan the QR code from another device, and start transferring files directly through your web browser—no installation required on the receiving device. Whether you're sending photos to your TV, copying videos to your device, or sharing files with friends, QRDrop makes the process simple, fast, and private. Features • No app required on the second device • Scan a QR code to connect instantly • Fast local network (Wi-Fi/LAN) transfer • Upload and download files through any modern web browser • Support for photos, videos, documents, music, APKs, ZIP files, and more • Multiple file transfer • Large file support • Cross-platform compatibility • Clean and intuitive interface • No cloud upload • No account required Why QRDrop? Unlike traditional file transfer apps that require installation on every device, QRDrop only needs to be installed on one device. Simply: Open QRDrop Scan the QR code Transfer files instantly No registration. No cables. No cloud. No hassle. Perfect For • TV file transfer • iPhone ↔ TV • iPhone ↔ iPad • iPhone ↔ Computer • Family sharing • Office file sharing • Classroom presentations • Local network transfer Privacy First Your files never pass through our servers. All transfers happen directly between devices on your local network whenever possible, giving you better privacy and faster speeds.

Screenshots

PhoneMouse4 screens
QRDrop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: QRDrop at 15.0 against PhoneMouse's 26.0. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PhoneMouse ships an update every 4 days, QRDrop every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
PhoneMouse versus QRDrop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhoneMouseQRDrop
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin Nærø铫 刘

In-app purchases

None

PhoneMouse

No in-app purchases

None

QRDrop

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PhoneMouse free?
PhoneMouse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QRDrop free?
QRDrop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PhoneMouse or QRDrop have ads?
Neither PhoneMouse nor QRDrop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PhoneMouse or QRDrop?
PhoneMouse ships an update every 4 days, and QRDrop every 6 days. Most recently, PhoneMouse was updated on September 22, 2026 and QRDrop on September 18, 2026.

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