Comparison

MultiLink vs AirBoard

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

Head to head
About

MultiLink

Transform your mobile device into a wireless control center for multiple computers. Enjoy a precision trackpad and customizable keyboard with instant device switching and a premium typing experience. Connects automatically over WiFi with zero configuration.

Highlights
  • Multi-device wireless control
  • Precision trackpad and keyboard
  • Automatic WiFi connection
  • Instant device switching
  • Customizable keyboard themes and sounds
  • Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional, multi-device wireless control center. MultiLink: Remote Keyboard is a high-performance input solution designed for power users, developers, and creators. It transforms your mobile device into a precision trackpad and a fully customizable mechanical keyboard that controls all your computers over WiFi. ZERO CONFIGURATION: AUTO-CONNECT Say goodbye to complex IP settings. Simply open the MultiLink Desktop Client on your computers, and the app will automatically discover and establish a secure connection instantly. It’s truly plug-and-play for your local network. INSTANT MULTI-DEVICE SWITCHING Managing a MacBook, a Windows PC, and a Linux server at once? MultiLink lets you jump between connected devices with a single tap. It is the ultimate software KVM switch, allowing you to control an entire desk of computers from one screen. THE ULTIMATE TYPING EXPERIENCE Stunning Themes: Choose from a wide variety of keyboard skins—from minimalist modern to vibrant RGB aesthetics. Immersive Audio: Toggle high-fidelity mechanical switch sounds, clicky laptop tones, or silent modes. Dynamic Animations: Experience fluid, reactive visual feedback with every keystroke that makes typing on glass feel tactile. PRECISION TRACKPAD & GESTURES Turn your iPad or iPhone into a massive multi-touch trackpad. Navigate your desktop with smooth scrolling, right-click support, and precision cursor control optimized for ultra-low latency. KEY FEATURES: Full Cross-Platform Support: Native compatibility with macOS, Windows, and Linux. Ultra-Low Latency: Optimized WiFi protocol ensures a "wired-feel" response for typing and mouse movement. Automatic Discovery: No manual setup; finds your PCs instantly on the same network. Haptic Feedback: Feel every click with integrated taptic engine support. HOW TO GET STARTED: Download the free MultiLink Desktop Client on your Mac, PC, or Linux machine. Ensure your mobile device and computers are on the same WiFi network. Open MultiLink on your iPhone/iPad and start controlling!

About

AirBoard

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard, mouse, and touchpad for your Mac or Windows PC. Enjoy direct Bluetooth connectivity without needing extra apps or receivers. Ideal for presentations, media control, or when your computer peripherals are unavailable.

Highlights
  • Wireless keyboard with function keys and shortcuts
  • Precision touchpad with gesture support
  • Mac and Windows layout switching
  • Direct Bluetooth connection
  • Adjustable pointer speed and gestures
  • Remote media control
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard, touchpad, presentation remote, and media controller for your computer with AirBoard Pro. CHOOSE BLUETOOTH OR WI-FI AirBoard Pro provides two independent connection methods for Mac and Windows. Choose the one that fits your setup: • Bluetooth mode — connect directly to a compatible Mac or Windows PC. No AirBoard Receiver or shared Wi-Fi network is required. • Wi-Fi mode — install AirBoard Receiver on a Mac or Windows PC, keep both devices on the same local network, select the computer in AirBoard Pro, and enter the six-digit code shown by the receiver. On Mac, Wi-Fi mode requires macOS 13 or later and Accessibility permission. On Windows, AirBoard Receiver supports Windows 11 and requires a Private network connection and local network access through Windows Firewall. The two connection methods work independently. Bluetooth connects directly without AirBoard Receiver, while Wi-Fi mode uses AirBoard Receiver on Mac or Windows. After a successful Wi-Fi pairing, AirBoard Pro remembers the receiver for faster reconnection. Saved computers can be reviewed or removed from Wi-Fi settings at any time. FOUR CONTROL MODES Keyboard • Type with letters, numbers, function keys, arrow keys, modifiers, Backspace, Enter, and Space • Switch between Mac-style and Windows-style keyboard layouts • Use common actions such as Copy, Paste, Select All, and Undo • Turn your device sideways for a larger keyboard layout Touchpad • Move the pointer with natural touch gestures • Tap to click and use secondary click • Scroll with two fingers • Adjust pointer speed, scroll speed, natural scrolling, and gesture preferences Presentation • Move between previous and next slides • Start or end a presentation • Show a black screen • Return to the first slide • Designed for Keynote on Mac and PowerPoint on Windows Media • Play or pause media • Move to the previous or next track • Adjust volume • Mute or restore sound CUSTOM SHORTCUTS AND TEXT SNIPPETS Create reusable keyboard shortcuts for frequently used actions. Save text snippets, preview them before sending, and cancel when needed. Available text input depends on the supported keyboard layout and characters. CLEAR CONNECTION CONTROL See whether AirBoard Pro is ready for input, switch between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, select a discovered receiver, and manage saved computers from settings. AirBoard Pro sends keyboard, pointer, presentation, and media-control input. It is not a remote desktop, screen-sharing, cloud-sync, or file-transfer app. TRY BEFORE YOU UNLOCK The 3-day trial begins with your first unpaid input-ready connection. Lifetime access is available through a one-time in-app purchase. If you have already purchased, use Restore Purchase in the app settings. Compatibility depends on the computer, operating system, Bluetooth implementation, firewall configuration, and local network environment. Keep AirBoard Pro open and active for the most reliable input experience. Support: https://airboardpro.com/support Privacy Policy: https://airboardpro.com/privacy

Screenshots

MultiLink4 screens
AirBoard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AirBoard at 4.0 against MultiLink's 2.0. AirBoard also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. MultiLink sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AirBoard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AirBoard holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MultiLink ships an update every 10 days, AirBoard weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MultiLink versus AirBoard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiLinkAirBoard
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)4.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB27 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developer荷芬 赵Shenzhen Wenlicai Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

MultiLink

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

AirBoard

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MultiLink

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$4.99
1 purchases

AirBoard

One-time1
  • AirBoard Pro Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is MultiLink free?
MultiLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirBoard free?
AirBoard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MultiLink or AirBoard?
AirBoard is rated higher. MultiLink averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while AirBoard averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do MultiLink or AirBoard have ads?
MultiLink shows ads; AirBoard does not.
Which is updated more often, MultiLink or AirBoard?
MultiLink ships an update every 10 days, and AirBoard weekly. Most recently, MultiLink was updated on October 24, 2026 and AirBoard on October 7, 2026.

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