Comparison

SMT Controller vs Airothy

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

Head to head
About

SMT Controller

Features
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SMT Controller is a remote control app for SMT (Smart Monitor Target) devices. FEATURES: - Bluetooth (BLE) device scanning and connection - Real-time screen streaming via WebRTC - Touch remote control REQUIREMENTS: This app requires SMT hardware devices to function. Without a physical SMT device, only login and device scanning features are available. HOW TO USE: 1. Log in with your account 2. Scan for nearby SMT devices via Bluetooth 3. Select and connect to your SMT device 4. Control your SMT device remotely through the streamed screen For more information about SMT devices, please contact GUNPOWER INC.

About

Airothy

Transform your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Enjoy precise control with familiar gestures and typing, all from across the room. Your data remains private, communicating directly over your local network.

Highlights
  • Wireless trackpad control
  • Full-screen Mac keyboard
  • Gesture support
  • Private local network connection
  • One-time purchase for Pro features
  • Free core functionality
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Airothy turns your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Control your Mac from across the room. Gestures, typing, and shortcuts, right in your hand. A REAL TRACKPAD, IN YOUR HAND • One finger moves the pointer, with smooth acceleration that feels like a Mac trackpad • Tap to click, two-finger tap to right-click, double-tap to double-click • Two fingers to scroll and pinch to zoom • Three-finger swipes for Mission Control and switching Spaces • Long-press to drag and drop A FULL KEYBOARD, TWO WAYS • Full-screen Mac Keyboard with hold-to-combine modifier keys, key repeat, and haptic feedback • A function row that matches your Mac: brightness, media, mute, and volume • Or type with the familiar iOS keyboard, with a Cmd / Opt / Ctrl / Shift bar and a Mac keys panel PRIVATE BY DESIGN • iPhone and Mac talk directly over your local network. What you type and tap never touches the internet • Every connection is encrypted and authenticated • Your Mac only accepts commands from devices you personally approved, one controller at a time GETTING STARTED 1. Install the free Mac companion app from airothy.com 2. Open Airothy on your iPhone and scan the QR code shown on your Mac, or enter the 6-digit code 3. That's it. Pair once and you stay paired FREE AND PRO The core experience is free forever: pointer, clicks, scrolling, and typing with the iOS keyboard. Pro features like the Mac Keyboard, Mac modifier and function keys, drag and drop, pinch to zoom, three-finger gestures, and remote system controls come with a 14-day free trial, then unlock with a single one-time purchase. No subscription.

Screenshots

SMT Controller3 screens
Airothy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Airothy at every 3 weeks against SMT Controller's every 4 months. SMT Controller's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). 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. SMT Controller sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Airothy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SMT Controller ships an update every 4 months, Airothy every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SMT Controller versus Airothy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMT ControllerAirothy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size142 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGUNPOWERHunwoo Kim

In-app purchases

11 purchases

SMT Controller

One-time11
  • 100 GP$1.99
  • 5,000 Credit$2.99
  • 300 GP + 30 Bonus$5.99
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  • 10,000 Credit$5.99
  • 15,000 Credit$9.99
  • 570 GP + 50 Bonus$10.99
  • 20,000 Credit$11.99
  • 900 GP + 100 Bonus$16.99
  • 30,000 Credit$19.99
  • 1500 GP + 150 Bonus$26.99
  • 3000 GP + 400 Bonus$54.99
1 purchases

Airothy

One-time1
  • Airothy Pro$9.99

Questions

Is SMT Controller free?
SMT Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Airothy free?
Airothy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SMT Controller or Airothy have ads?
Neither SMT Controller nor Airothy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SMT Controller or Airothy?
SMT Controller ships an update every 4 months, and Airothy every 3 weeks. Most recently, SMT Controller was updated on October 24, 2026 and Airothy on October 24, 2026.

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