Comparison

CrossPaste vs Device Kit

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

Head to head
About

CrossPaste

Features
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CrossPaste — Universal Clipboard Across Devices Copy anything and paste it on any device, seamlessly. COPY ONCE, PASTE ANYWHERE Copy on your iPhone and it instantly appears on your Mac, Windows, or Linux machine. No extra steps — your clipboard syncs in real time across all your devices. RICH CONTENT SUPPORT More than just text — CrossPaste syncs text, images, files, links, HTML, RTF, and colors, preserving the original format perfectly. PRIVACY FIRST • End-to-End Encrypted — Asymmetric encryption keeps your data fully secure • LAN Only — Data never touches any third-party server • Local Storage — Your data stays on your devices CROSS-PLATFORM, SEAMLESSLY CONNECTED Works with macOS, Windows, and Linux desktops alongside iOS. One consistent interface across every device you use — no learning curve. POWERFUL FEATURES • Pasteboard Keyboard — Access clipboard history from any app • Smart Cleanup — Automatic storage management, zero maintenance • Widgets — Home screen widgets for one-tap pasting • Shortcuts — Siri Shortcuts support for voice-powered workflows • Large File Transfer — Move big files between devices with ease • Import & Export — Back up and migrate your clipboard data FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE Fine-tune pasteboard monitoring, sync settings, network discovery, and storage management to match your personal workflow. --- CrossPaste Pro unlocks all premium features including unlimited device connections, unrestricted sync, end-to-end encryption, tag management, and more. Subscription Terms: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Renewal will be charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your account settings after purchase Privacy Policy: https://crosspaste.com/en/mobile-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://crosspaste.com/en/mobile-terms-of-use

About

Device Kit

Monitor your device's core health in real-time, including CPU temperature, usage, network speed, and battery status. Access a suite of practical tools and utilize dynamic island and floating widgets for at-a-glance information.

Highlights
  • Real-time CPU temperature and usage monitoring
  • Network speed and data usage tracking
  • Comprehensive battery status insights
  • Dynamic Island and floating widgets
  • Charging power detection and statistics
  • 18 practical system, network, and sensor tools
  • Home and lock screen widgets
Features
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Device Kit — Your iPhone's All-in-One Health Checker, Take Full Control of Your Device in Real Time! Ever wonder how hot your phone really is? How fast is it charging? Is your CPU about to max out? Is your network being throttled? Device Kit gives you the most intuitive, real-time, and comprehensive answers. ▸▸ Core Monitoring at a Glance ◂◂ CPU Temperature — Real-time device temperature with smart estimates for battery and body temperature. 6-level thermal warning system alerts you before your phone overheats. CPU Usage — Real-time CPU utilization monitoring with user/system/idle breakdowns, plus historical trend charts to track load changes. Network Speed — Real-time speed for both Wi-Fi and cellular networks. Monitor upload/download speeds, peak speeds, and daily data usage stats. Battery Status — Charge level, charging state, low-power mode, thermal status — full battery health insights. Memory & Storage — Used/total capacity with breakdowns, storage usage percentage — say goodbye to storage anxiety. ▸▸ Dynamic Island & Floating Widgets — Desktop Monitoring ◂◂ Dynamic Island Live Monitor — No need to open the app. While your phone is locked or you're using other apps, the Dynamic Island shows real-time CPU temperature, network speed, and CPU usage with live updates. Picture-in-Picture Floating Widget — A persistent floating window on your home screen monitors network speed, temperature, and CPU. Drag it anywhere, use it while doing other tasks — true desktop-level monitoring experience. Motion Tracker on Dynamic Island — While recording motion trajectory, the Dynamic Island displays real-time distance, duration, and speed. ▸▸ Charging Power Detection ◂◂ Real-time Power Estimation — Detects charging power (W) in real time, telling you whether it's slow charging, standard charging, or fast charging. Charging Speed Rating — Slow / Standard / Fast / Ultra — clear at a glance. Charging Statistics — Duration, peak power, and total energy charged — a complete charging report. History Log — Every charging session is automatically saved for later review and comparison. ▸▸ 18 Practical Tools ◂◂ 【System Tools】 Flashlight (9 blink modes with brightness adjustment), Haptic Feedback, Multi-Touch Test, Motion Tracker 【Network Tools】 Ping, Telnet, SSH (Pro) 【Utility Tools】 QR Code Generator, Decibel Meter, Password Generator 【Sensor Tools】 Compass, GPS, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Barometer, Altimeter, Proximity Sensor 【Display Tools】 Color & Brightness Adjustment 【Environment Tools】 Weather (Pro) ▸▸ Home Screen Widgets ◂◂ Home Screen Widgets — Uptime, Weather, CPU, Temperature, Memory, Storage, Clock, Device Info, Quick Actions. Available in Small, Medium, and Large sizes. Lock Screen Widgets — Weather, Storage, Uptime — check key info without unlocking. 【Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms】 Pro membership is an auto-renewing subscription billed monthly or yearly. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. To cancel, please turn off auto-renewal in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime after purchase in your account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. 【Privacy Policy & Terms of Service】 Privacy Policy: https://device-kit.pages.dev/private Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download Device Kit and keep your device under your complete control!

Screenshots

CrossPaste4 screens
Device Kit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Device Kit at none against CrossPaste's shown. Device Kit also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CrossPaste sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Device Kit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CrossPaste ships an update every 2 months, Device Kit every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CrossPaste versus Device Kit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossPasteDevice Kit
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (94 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—78.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—94 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size326 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Bianyi Weilai Technology Co., Ltd.Shuyang Fan Ziyang Software Development Studio (Individually Owned Business)

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CrossPaste

Subscriptions3
  • CrossPaste Pro1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • CrossPaste Pro 季付3 Months trial$5.903 Months
  • CrossPaste Pro 半年付6 Months trial$11.496 Months
One-time1
  • CrossPaste Pro 永久买断$39.99
4 purchases

Device Kit

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$3.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$7.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Membership$12.99
  • Lifetime Membership$14.99

Questions

Is CrossPaste free?
CrossPaste is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Device Kit free?
Device Kit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CrossPaste or Device Kit have ads?
CrossPaste shows ads; Device Kit does not.
Which is updated more often, CrossPaste or Device Kit?
CrossPaste ships an update every 2 months, and Device Kit every 10 days. Most recently, CrossPaste was updated on October 28, 2026 and Device Kit on November 7, 2026.

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