Comparison

Desk Remote vs Jinsu

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

Head to head
About

Desk Remote

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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Move the cursor, type, control media, switch apps, and more — all without getting up. REQUIRES THE FREE MAC APP Desk Remote comes in two parts. This app runs on your iPhone; the free Desk Remote for Mac companion app runs on your Mac. Open Desk Remote on your iPhone and tap "Send link to my Mac" — the download link goes straight to your computer by AirDrop, Messages or Mail. Get the Mac app: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758866900 With both installed, the two find each other over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with zero configuration. Just open the app, tap your Mac, and start controlling. TRACKPAD • Single finger — move the cursor • Two fingers — scroll • Tap — left click • Double tap — double click • Two-finger tap — right click • Long press + drag — click and drag • Pinch — zoom in/out KEYBOARD • Full text input • Modifier keys: Cmd, Ctrl, Option • F1–F12 function keys • Arrow keys • Backspace and special keys MEDIA & SYSTEM CONTROLS • Play / Pause / Next / Previous • Volume up & down • Screen brightness • Mission Control & Spotlight APP LAUNCHER • View all running apps on your Mac • Switch to any app with one tap POWER MENU • Sleep, restart, log out, shut down — remotely CONNECTIVITY • Auto-discovery via Wi-Fi (Bonjour) and Bluetooth LE • Real-time connection status • Instant reconnection Free version includes trackpad, scrolling, clicks, and keyboard input. Upgrade to Pro to unlock media controls, volume, brightness, F-keys, arrow keys, app launcher, power menu, and advanced gestures. Requires the free Desk Remote for Mac app (Mac App Store, macOS 14 or later). SUBSCRIPTION Desk Remote Pro is an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://gelfand.dev/?policy=desk-remote-client

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Jinsu

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Base Converter – Binary, Octal, Decimal & Hexadecimal Calculator Convert numbers between different number systems instantly. This lightweight and easy-to-use base converter lets you quickly transform values between binary (base 2), octal (base 8), decimal (base 10), and hexadecimal (base 16). Designed for programmers, developers, computer science students, and engineers, this tool makes number system conversion simple and fast. Simply enter a value in any field and the other number systems will automatically update in real time. [Key Features] - Convert Binary to Decimal, Hex, and Octal instantly - Convert Hexadecimal to Binary and Decimal - Real-time multi-base conversion - Simple and minimal interface - Fast and lightweight calculator - Perfect for programming, computer science, and digital electronics [Supported Number Systems] - Binary (Base 2) - Octal (Base 8) - Decimal (Base 10) - Hexadecimal (Base 16) [Perfect For] - Programmers and developers - Computer science students - Digital electronics learners - Anyone working with number systems If you frequently work with binary numbers, hexadecimal values, or base conversions, this tool provides a quick and convenient way to convert numbers across multiple number systems. Download now and convert numbers instantly.

Screenshots

Desk Remote4 screens
Jinsu3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Jinsu at none against Desk Remote's 2. Jinsu also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Desk Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). 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. Desk Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Jinsu asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Desk Remote ships an update every 2 months, Jinsu every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Desk Remote versus Jinsu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDesk RemoteJinsu
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniil NuzhdinJAEMIN LEE

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Desk Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Desk Remote Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Desk Remote Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
None

Jinsu

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Desk Remote free?
Desk Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Jinsu free?
Jinsu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Desk Remote or Jinsu have ads?
Both Desk Remote and Jinsu show ads.
Which is updated more often, Desk Remote or Jinsu?
Desk Remote ships an update every 2 months, and Jinsu every 6 months. Most recently, Desk Remote was updated on October 14, 2026 and Jinsu on October 14, 2026.

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