MagFlux vs mechkeys
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MagFlux
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MagFlux brings small moments of sound, touch, and rhythm to your iPhone. TOUCH Push the Magnetic Slider, press the Mechanical Keyboard, pop Bubble Wrap, stretch the Elastic Band, and pluck the Metal tongue. Adjust haptic intensity and explore the feel of each tool. SOUND Mix six ambient scenes in White Noise: rain, ocean waves, thunderstorm, coffee shop, farm, and campfire. Save your favorite mixes and continue listening in the background with lock-screen controls. RHYTHM Follow Breathing with two patterns, 1-, 3-, or 5-minute sessions, and an optional gentle soundtrack. In Beat Touch, tap and hold across four lanes to an original electronic track, building combos and accuracy. MAGFLUX PRO A single, non-consumable in-app purchase unlocks Precision Knob, Smooth Zipper, Gravity Ball, and Motion Dribble. Compare three ball materials and their impact sounds in Gravity Ball, or challenge its scoring mode. In Motion Dribble, gently move your phone downward like dribbling a basketball. Play at any virtual ball height, without aiming. No app account is required. Haptic feedback and motion input require a compatible physical iPhone. Pro is optional, and Restore Purchases is available in the app.
mechkeys
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MechKeys is a satisfying, tactile experience for anyone who loves mechanical keyboards. Tap a customizable mini keyboard on your iPhone or iPad, hear authentic-style switch sounds, feel subtle haptics, and watch smooth key animations—designed to feel like a small keyboard on your desk. Core experience Interactive keyboard — Tap up to six keys with responsive press animations and feedback tuned for a “real switch” feel. Session stats — Track taps in your current session, see an at-a-glance speed readout, and follow your lifetime key-press total. Sounds & haptics — Choose from built-in switch sound profiles so each tap matches the vibe you want. Deep customization — Adjust how many keys you use (up to six), set colors and labels per key, pick background and plate colors, and choose UI and mono fonts so the whole screen matches your style. Themes & sound packs — Browse sound packs with descriptions and a live preview keyboard; apply looks and sounds to your setup. This release is free: browse and preview packs; paid packs are not sold in this version. Leaderboards — See how you rank on a global leaderboard, or switch to friends once you’re signed in and following people. Account & privacy — Create an account to sync progress and social features, or use the app as a guest with prompts to sign in when it makes sense. Access privacy policy and account deletion from your profile when you’re signed in. Accessibility Built with VoiceOver in mind: labeled screens, controls, and keys; Reduce Motion reduces key animations while keeping sound and haptic feedback. Whether you want a quick stress-relief tap session or you’re chasing the top spot on the board, MechKeys turns your device into a pocket-sized mechanical keyboard playground.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: mechkeys at none against MagFlux's 1. On price 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. MagFlux sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. mechkeys asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | MagFlux | mechkeys |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 飞 孙 | Kame House Dev Studio LLC |
In-app purchases
MagFlux
- MagFlux Pro$0.99
mechkeys
No in-app purchases









