Comparison

DevDeck vs SIDeck Studio

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

Head to head
About

DevDeck

Features
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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

About

SIDeck Studio

Transform your mobile device into a powerful wireless control panel for your PC. Manage audio, control streaming software, and execute custom commands with responsive haptic feedback. Streamline your content creation workflow without additional hardware.

Highlights
  • Per-app audio mixing
  • OBS Studio remote control
  • Streamer.bot integration
  • Custom macro engine
  • Customizable deck layouts
  • Zero-config Wi-Fi pairing
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a premium wireless stream deck and audio mixer — no expensive hardware, no clutter, no clipboard of cables. SIDeck Studio gives live streamers, content creators, and gamers full control of their Windows PC or Mac from across the room, over your local Wi-Fi network. Mix audio per app, command OBS, and fire off custom macros — all with smooth Taptic Engine haptics and sub-100ms response. WHY SIDECK STUDIO • Per-App Audio Mixer — Slide independent volume for Discord, Spotify, browsers, and games. Bypass system limits and balance every source in real time, with physical haptic feedback. • OBS Studio Remote — Switch scenes, start and stop your stream, and show or hide audio and video sources instantly. Your whole broadcast, one tap away. • Streamer.bot Control — Trigger your Streamer.bot actions, subscribe to live global variables, roll and clear on-stream credits, post saved quotes to chat, and watch a live event feed of follows, subs, raids, and cheers — right from your deck. • Custom Macro Engine — Launch apps, run shell scripts, capture screenshots, adjust brightness, empty the trash, and more. Build the exact controls you need. • Build Your Own Deck — Drag, drop, and arrange buttons, faders, and status tiles into custom layouts that fit the way you work. • Zero-Config Pairing — Install the free desktop host, scan the QR code, and you're connected over a secure local WebSocket. No accounts, no IP addresses to type. DESIGNED FOR CREATORS • Real-time local protocol with under 100ms latency • Immersive haptics powered by Apple's Taptic Engine • Runs entirely on your local network — no subscription or login required for local control • Native right-to-left support with a premium Arabic layout • Lightweight desktop companion that tucks into your system tray HOW IT WORKS 1. Install the free SIDeck Studio host app on your PC or Mac. 2. Open it and show the secure connection QR code. 3. Open SIDeck Studio on your iPhone or iPad, scan, and take control. Requires the free desktop companion app on a PC or Mac connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Streamer.bot features require Streamer.bot running on a Windows PC.

Screenshots

DevDeck4 screens
SIDeck Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SIDeck Studio at every 2 weeks against DevDeck's every 2 months. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DevDeck ships an update every 2 months, SIDeck Studio every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
DevDeck versus SIDeck Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevDeckSIDeck Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB40 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperPablo FonsecaOsama Hasan

In-app purchases

None

DevDeck

No in-app purchases

None

SIDeck Studio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DevDeck free?
DevDeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SIDeck Studio free?
SIDeck Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DevDeck or SIDeck Studio have ads?
Neither DevDeck nor SIDeck Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DevDeck or SIDeck Studio?
DevDeck ships an update every 2 months, and SIDeck Studio every 2 weeks. Most recently, DevDeck was updated on September 30, 2026 and SIDeck Studio on October 1, 2026.

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