PhoneMouse vs QRDrop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PhoneMouse
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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.
QRDrop
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
| Parameter | PhoneMouse | QRDrop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 6 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Benjamin Nærø | 铫 刘 |
In-app purchases
PhoneMouse
No in-app purchases
QRDrop
No in-app purchases





