Comparison

Macky vs FastLabel

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

Head to head
About

Macky

Control your Mac from your iPhone with two modes: Screen Mode for full remote desktop access and Terminal Mode for command-line operations. It offers a simple, secure, and direct peer-to-peer connection without complex network configurations.

Highlights
  • Full remote Mac control
  • Mac screen mirroring
  • Direct terminal access
  • Peer-to-peer encrypted connection
  • No VPN or port forwarding required
  • Voice input and smart paste
Features
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The fastest way to control your Mac from your iPhone or iPad. Macky gives you instant, zero-config access to your Mac's screen and pseudo-terminal (PTY) with sub-50ms latency. No SSH port forwarding, no VPN daemons, and no network configuration required. TERMINAL MODE - Run commands, manage background jobs, edit files in vim or nano, and monitor AI coding agents (Claude Code, Codex, Aider) in real-time. - Full pseudo-terminal (PTY) shell connected directly to Zsh/Bash - Developer touch keyboard with Tab, Esc, Ctrl, arrow keys, and modifiers - Voice input and smart clipboard syncing for fast mobile typing SCREEN MODE - View and control your Mac's desktop with fluid, high-framerate streaming. - Check localhost:3000 web builds, Xcode simulators, and background tasks - Smooth trackpad gestures, clicking, scrolling, and dragging - Retina resolution support HOW IT WORKS (ZERO SSH / VPN PAIN) Traditional remote tools require open ports, dynamic DNS, WireGuard/Tailscale VPN configuration, and SSH key management. Macky connects your iPhone directly to your Mac over WebRTC with DTLS-SRTP end-to-end encryption. Your terminal and screen data travel peer-to-peer and never touch third-party servers. PERFECT FOR: - Developers running Claude Code, Docker builds, or long scripts on the go - Checking localhost web apps or Xcode builds away from your desk - Remote Mac server & Mac Mini homelab management - Anyone looking for a lightweight, zero-setup alternative to TeamViewer, AnyDesk, or Jump Desktop WHY MACKY? - Zero setup: no port forwarding, no firewall config, no static IP - Direct peer-to-peer connection over WebRTC - End-to-end encrypted with local master password protection - Seamless switching between Wi-Fi and 5G cellular - Lifetime Pro: one-time purchase, zero subscriptions

About

FastLabel

Features
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FastLabel is the fastest way to label image datasets on your iPhone. Import a ZIP with images, define your labels, and start labeling instantly. Designed for speed and simplicity, FastLabel lets you go through large datasets quickly with a smooth, one-by-one workflow. Features: • Import images from ZIP files (JPG, PNG, JPEG) • Fast, focused labeling experience • Simple label set creation • Overview of all images in a grid • Continue where you left off • Export labels as JSON, CSV, or JSONL • Optionally export images together with labels Perfect for: • Machine learning datasets • Computer vision projects • AI training data preparation • Quick annotation tasks on the go All data stays on your device. No accounts, no uploads, no tracking.

Screenshots

Macky4 screens
FastLabel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FastLabel at none against Macky's 3. Macky's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months) and chart position (#84 vs unranked). On price, ads 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. Macky sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. FastLabel asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Macky ships an update every 4 days, FastLabel every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Macky versus FastLabel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMackyFastLabel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#84 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVelosify Private LimitedLukas Paul Hering

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Macky

One-time3
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99
  • Lifetime Pro$23.99
  • Lifetime Pro$29.99
None

FastLabel

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Macky free?
Macky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FastLabel free?
FastLabel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Macky or FastLabel have ads?
Neither Macky nor FastLabel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Macky or FastLabel?
Macky ships an update every 4 days, and FastLabel every 4 months. Most recently, Macky was updated on October 8, 2026 and FastLabel on October 17, 2026.

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