Comparison

KeyBindControl vs Sidekey

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

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About

KeyBindControl

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KeyBindControl is a macro pad app that lets you execute mac/windows shortcuts and keyboard actions from your iPhone or iPad. By using your iOS device as a customizable control panel, you can trigger frequently used shortcuts, key combinations, and actions on your Mac/windows with a single tap. This helps streamline your workflow and reduces the need for complex keyboard input during work, presentations, or creative tasks. KeyBindControl works together with a dedicated Helper app running on mac/windows. https://www.atlascope.idatabase.info/app/keybindcontrol/en/how.html Actions are executed only when explicitly triggered by the user from the iOS app. The Helper does not perform background automation or continuous monitoring. Key Features ・Execute mac/windows shortcuts and keyboard actions from iOS ・Customizable macro pad layout for your workflow ・Secure connection with a mac/windows Helper app ・Local network communication only, no unnecessary external data transfer Privacy KeyBindControl is designed to operate solely for transmitting user-initiated commands to mac/windows.It does not collect personal information or send data to external servers. Privacy Policy:https://www.keybindcontrol.idatabase.info/en/privacy.html Terms of Use Please review the Terms of Use below for details about usage conditions and disclaimers. Terms of Use:https://www.keybindcontrol.idatabase.info/en/terms.html

About

Sidekey

Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and custom shortcut pad for your Mac or Windows PC. Design your ideal layout with custom keys, shortcuts, and multiple layers. Control your computer seamlessly over Wi-Fi without any extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Customizable wireless keyboard
  • Create custom shortcuts and combos
  • Multiple layers and modes
  • Trackpad functionality
  • Voice typing to computer
  • Quick QR code pairing
  • Works with Mac and Windows
Features
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Sidekey turns your iPhone into a customizable wireless keyboard and shortcut pad for your own computer. Tap keys on your phone and they type on your Mac or Windows PC over your local Wi‑Fi — no extra hardware, no cables. Design the keyboard you actually want: add keys, build shortcuts (including combos like Cmd/Ctrl, and left/right modifiers), arrange them on a grid, and switch between layers and modes. Keep your most-used shortcuts one tap away. HOW IT WORKS Sidekey works together with a small, free desktop helper you run on the computer you want to control. Put both devices on the same Wi‑Fi, scan a QR code once to pair, and you're connected. Pairing is secured with a token, and your keystrokes travel directly to your own computer — never through us. FEATURES • Custom key designer — make your own keys, shortcuts, and layouts • Shortcuts & combos — Cmd/Ctrl/Alt/Shift, function keys, media keys, and left/right‑specific modifiers • Multiple layers & modes — flip between a full keyboard, a shortcut deck, a trackpad, and more • Trackpad mode — use your phone as a touchpad with left/right buttons • Voice typing — dictate with the system keyboard and send the text to your computer • Quick pairing — scan a QR code; reconnects automatically afterward • Works with Mac and Windows • Private by design — no account, no tracking, nothing sent to the developer REQUIRES THE FREE DESKTOP HELPER Sidekey needs the free Sidekey helper running on your Mac or Windows computer. Download it from the link on our support page. Questions or ideas? We'd love to hear from you.

Screenshots

KeyBindControl4 screens
Sidekey4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sidekey at none against KeyBindControl's 5. Sidekey also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price 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. KeyBindControl sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Sidekey asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
KeyBindControl versus Sidekey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyBindControlSidekey
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUTAKA MIMURAKaihong Chen

In-app purchases

5 purchases

KeyBindControl

Subscriptions2
  • KeyBindControl Pro (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • KeyBindControl Pro (Yearly)$9.991 Year
One-time3
  • Support Development (Small)$0.99
  • Support Development (Large)$9.99
  • KeyBindControl Pro (Lifetime)$14.99
None

Sidekey

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KeyBindControl free?
KeyBindControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sidekey free?
Sidekey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KeyBindControl or Sidekey have ads?
KeyBindControl shows ads; Sidekey does not.

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