Comparison

KeyBindControl vs Padme

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

Head to head
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

Padme

Features
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Mac Numeric Pad turns your iPhone into a beautiful, customizable, wireless keypad for your Mac :) Designed to feel right at home next to Apple hardware, it brings a clean, refined keypad experience inspired by the Magic Keyboard, with responsive key presses and a polished look that fits naturally into your Mac setup. More than a standard number pad, Mac Numeric Pad lets you create custom keypads that fit your workflow. Build layouts for shortcuts, navigation, function keys, editing controls, or everyday tasks, and keep them ready on your iPhone whenever you need them. You can also share your custom keypads with others, making it easy to reuse your favorite layouts across devices or send them to friends and teammates! Features: All the features are free, but limited to one custom keypad, perfect for a light user and to demonstrate Padme's promises :) An in-app purchase will be required to have multiple custom keypads and to support the project! - Create custom keypads for shortcuts, workflows, and everyday tasks - Share keypad layouts easily with anyone - Full wireless and easy connection - Access navigation, arrow, function, and editing keys - Enjoy smooth, responsive key presses with auto-repeat support - Swipe between keypad layouts quickly - Connect to your Mac over your local network, with no accounts or sign-ups! - Automatically sync and backup your keypads on iCloud Pair the app with the free Mac Numeric Pad Companion on your Mac and start typing in seconds! For any suggestion or issue, do not hesitate to contact me at support@lightme.site

Screenshots

KeyBindControl4 screens
Padme4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Padme at none against KeyBindControl's shown. Padme also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. KeyBindControl sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Padme sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KeyBindControl ships an update every 2 weeks, Padme every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
KeyBindControl versus Padme: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyBindControlPadme
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.617.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size8 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUTAKA MIMURAGiuseppe Bertolini

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
3 purchases

Padme

One-time3
  • Breakfast$7.99
  • Margherita and a beer$14.99
  • Small specialty coffee restock$29.99

Questions

Is KeyBindControl free?
KeyBindControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Padme free?
Padme is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do KeyBindControl or Padme have ads?
KeyBindControl shows ads; Padme does not.
Which is updated more often, KeyBindControl or Padme?
KeyBindControl ships an update every 2 weeks, and Padme every 4 days. Most recently, KeyBindControl was updated on September 11, 2026 and Padme on September 18, 2026.

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