Mobile Mouse USB Remote vs VaultDrive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
Transform your iOS device into a versatile USB mouse, keyboard, and remote. Connects directly via Bluetooth to a separate dongle, offering reliable offline control for various devices without needing Wi-Fi or companion software.
- USB mouse, keyboard, and touchpad functionality
- Direct Bluetooth connection via USB dongle
- Works offline without Wi-Fi or companion software
- Control PCs, Linux, smart TVs, and more
- Multitouch touchpad with gestures
- Air mouse cursor control
- Media remote functionality
- Full encrypted keyboard
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** Important: This app requires the purchase of our USB-C dongle and will NOT work without it, sold separately: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/dongle ** We also offer a WIFI and Bluetooth version of this app that does not require a dongle Turn your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch into a real USB mouse, keyboard, touchpad, and remote for any device! Connect instantly using native USB over Bluetooth — no Wi-Fi, no cables, and no companion software required. Once you have paired your iOS device to the dongle, it can be plugged into to any device that supports a mouse and keyboard. Unlike other remote apps that rely on Wi-Fi networks or background server software, Mobile Mouse uses a direct Bluetooth connection to our USB dongle for reliable performance anywhere — even offline. Features • Control virtually any device that supports a USB mouse and keyboard, including Windows PCs, Linux systems, Raspberry Pi, Meta Quest, ChromeOS devices, smart TVs, and more. The dongle works as a real USB device, allowing access to login screens, BIOS, and system menus without restrictions. • Multi-Device Control – Use your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch to control your Mac, iPad, or iPhone • Native Bluetooth over USB – No Wi-Fi, no cables, no server software to install • Multitouch Touchpad – Scroll, swipe, tap, and perform gestures smoothly • Air Mouse – Magically control your cursor by moving your iPhone in the air like a laser pointer • Media Remote – Play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume • Full Keyboard – Standard and function keys, modifier keys, brightness, sleep, and more. Fully encrypted • Compact Convenience – Ideal for travel, presentations, accessibility, and relaxed computing • Secure - Fully encrypted Frequently Asked Questions • Can I use my iPhone as a Bluetooth mouse? Yes. Mobile Mouse Bluetooth lets you use your iPhone as a real Bluetooth mouse for Mac and iPad. • Can I use my iPhone as a touchpad or trackpad? Yes. The app includes a multitouch touchpad with scrolling, swiping, and gesture support. • Can I use my phone as a keyboard for my Mac or iPad? Yes. Mobile Mouse provides a full Bluetooth keyboard with standard keys, function keys, and modifier keys. • Does Mobile Mouse work without Wi-Fi or internet? Yes. It connects directly using native Bluetooth over USB and works completely offline. • Is this a real USB device or just a remote app? It works as a real USB mouse, keyboard, and touchpad — not a screen-sharing or Wi-Fi remote. • Is Bluetooth input secure? Yes. All Bluetooth keyboard input is encrypted, just like a physical Bluetooth keyboard. • Does it work with Windows or Linux? Yes, it supports all operating systems and devices that can be controlled with a mouse and keybaord • Can I use it at the login screen or BIOS? Yes. With the USB dongle, Mobile Mouse works as a standard USB mouse and keyboard before the OS loads. • What are some additional uses for Mobile Mouse? Mobile Mouse works great as a presentation remote, and media controller. Works with web browsers like Safari, Chrome, and Firefox; video apps including YouTube, Netflix, VLC, Plex, Kodi, and OBS; music apps such as Spotify and Apple Music; presentation tools like Keynote, PowerPoint, and Google Slides; creative apps including Adobe Photoshop; and conferencing apps such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. Privacy Policy: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://bluetooth.mobilemouse.com/terms
VaultDrive
Securely back up photos, videos, and files directly to a USB drive without needing cloud storage. Create private, offline backups you control, freeing up phone space and protecting your memories.
- Backup photos, videos, and files to USB
- No cloud upload required
- Private offline backups
- Download iCloud originals before backup
- Review selection before copying
- Track backup progress
- Resume interrupted backups
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Back up your photos, videos and files straight to a USB flash drive, SSD or SD card. No cloud, no account, no subscription: your memories stay on a drive you own. Plug in your drive, choose what to back up and tap Start Backup. VaultDrive copies your originals in full quality, directly from your phone to the drive. WHAT YOU GET • Direct to your drive: no uploads and no waiting for cloud storage • Original quality: files are copied as they are, never compressed • Fresh or Incremental: back up everything, or only what's new since last time • Files already on your drive are skipped automatically • Organized your way: folders by date or by album, with one folder per phone • Back up your whole library, selected albums, or files and folders • Resume anytime: if the drive is unplugged or the backup is interrupted, pick up where you left off • Clear summaries, backup history and reminders when new photos are ready • Photos, videos, Live Photos, screenshots and, if you choose, your Hidden album • Works with iPhone 15 and later over USB-C, and with earlier iPhones through a Lightning to USB adapter • Downloads originals stored only in iCloud first, over Wi-Fi only if you prefer • App Lock with Face ID or Touch ID DRIVE TIPS Format your drive as exFAT: it works with Windows and Mac computers and stores files larger than 4 GB. FREE TO TRY, PRO ONCE VaultDrive is free to try. Upgrade to Pro once for unlimited and incremental backups. It's a one-time purchase, with no subscription, ever. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your photos and files are never uploaded to a cloud or server. No account or sign-up is needed, and backing up to your drive works without an internet connection. Keep your memories safe, on your own drive.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Mobile Mouse USB Remote at 5.0 against VaultDrive's 4.0. Mobile Mouse USB Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). VaultDrive's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement 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. VaultDrive sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Mobile Mouse USB Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Mobile Mouse USB Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Mobile Mouse USB Remote's written reviews are positive against 67% of VaultDrive's.
Mobile Mouse USB Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, VaultDrive monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mobile Mouse USB Remote | VaultDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | R.P.A. Tech | Coticsy |
Customer experience
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
VaultDrive
In-app purchases
Mobile Mouse USB Remote
No in-app purchases
VaultDrive
- VaultDrive: USB Backup$4.99
- VaultDrive: USB Backup$9.99
- VaultDrive: USB Backup$19.99
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