DevDeck vs Shortcut Recorder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DevDeck
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DevDeck turns your iPhone or iPad into a customizable shortcut deck for your Mac. Launch apps, run terminal commands, trigger multi-step workflows, and organize everything into context-aware decks — all with a single tap. HOW IT WORKS Install the free DevDeck Server on your Mac (via Homebrew or DMG). The app auto-discovers the server on your local network — no manual configuration needed. Scan a QR code or let mDNS handle the pairing. CONTEXT-AWARE DECKS Your shortcuts automatically switch based on the active app on your Mac. Working in VS Code? Dev tools appear. Switched to Zoom? Meeting controls are ready. On Slack? Communication shortcuts at your fingertips. Define rules per app or let AI generate them. AI-POWERED GENERATION Describe what you want in plain English and AI generates commands, full decks, or multi-step workflows. Supports Claude, OpenAI, and local Ollama models. Preview and edit before saving. MULTI-STEP WORKFLOWS Chain actions together with dynamic inputs. One tap to "start my meeting" can open Zoom, snooze Slack notifications, and set your status — all automatically. Template variables let you reuse workflows with different inputs. BROWSER AUTOMATION With the optional Chrome extension, automate web pages directly from your phone — click buttons, fill forms with semantic field matching, and navigate sites. CUSTOM ICONS Use SF Symbols or your own PNG/JPEG images with color tinting. Make your deck truly yours. FEATURES - One-tap app launching and command execution - Context-aware auto-switching decks - AI command, context, and workflow generation - Multi-step workflow automation with templated inputs - Browser automation via Chrome extension - Custom icons with color tinting - Auto-discovery via Bonjour (mDNS) - QR code pairing - Portrait and landscape layouts - Haptic feedback - Configurable grid layout - Hot-reload configuration — no restart needed - Secure WebSocket communication - Dark mode optimized REQUIREMENTS - Mac running DevDeck Server (free download at devdeck.app) - iPhone and Mac on the same network (or use ngrok for remote access) - iOS 17.0 or later Visit devdeck.app for documentation and server download
Shortcut Recorder
Instantly record audio and transcribe it locally on your device. Automate recording workflows with Apple Shortcuts and track time live in Dynamic Island and Live Activities. Ideal for meetings, voice notes, and quick audio capture.
- Instant recording
- Live Activity timer
- Apple Shortcuts integration
- Automatic transcription
- Flexible file management
- Quick sharing
- Local processing
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Shortcut Recorder is a lightweight audio recorder built for speed, automation, and transcription. All recordings and transcriptions are processed locally on your device. Start recording instantly, track the recording time live in Dynamic Island and Live Activities, and automate your recording workflows using Apple Shortcuts. Perfect for meetings, voice notes, ideas, and quick audio capture. Features Instant Recording Start recording in seconds with a simple interface designed for fast audio capture. Live Activity Timer See your recording time update live in Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen while recording. Apple Shortcuts Integration Automate recording workflows using powerful Shortcuts actions: • Start Recording • Stop Recording • Stop Recording and Transcribe Automatic Transcription Convert recordings to text directly from Shortcuts using built-in speech recognition. Flexible File Management Customize your recording file name and automatically append timestamps to organize recordings. Quick Sharing Share recordings instantly with other apps. Local Processing Audio and transcription are processed locally on your device using Apple’s speech recognition framework. Great For • Meeting notes • Quick voice memos • Brainstorming ideas • Automating workflows • Research recordings • Content creators Shortcut Recorder is designed for people who want a fast, automation-friendly recording tool that works seamlessly with the Apple ecosystem.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DevDeck at 17.6 against Shortcut Recorder's 26.2. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | DevDeck | Shortcut Recorder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pablo Fonseca | Jacob Kruse |
In-app purchases
DevDeck
No in-app purchases
Shortcut Recorder
No in-app purchases









