MultiLink vs AirBoard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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)
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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!
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.
- 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
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a Bluetooth keyboard, mouse, touchpad, presentation remote, and media controller for your Mac or Windows PC. Control your computer directly over Bluetooth — no shared Wi-Fi, desktop app, drivers, or USB receiver required. Pair through your computer’s Bluetooth settings, confirm the connection in AirBoard Pro, and start using your phone or tablet as a portable remote. KEY FEATURES • Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Type, navigate, and use everyday shortcuts with function keys, arrows, modifiers, and mouse controls. Keep typing and pointer control within easy reach. • Precision Touchpad Move the pointer, click, double-click, right-click, drag, and scroll with familiar gestures. Adjust pointer speed, optional pointer acceleration, scroll speed, natural scrolling, and three-finger gestures. • Presentation Remote Move between slides, start or end a slideshow, jump to the first slide, or blank the screen. Built-in shortcuts are designed for Keynote on Mac and PowerPoint on Windows. • Media Remote Play or pause, skip tracks, adjust volume, and mute your computer from a dedicated control screen. • Mac & Windows Controls Choose Mac or Windows controls with familiar modifier keys and shortcuts. Select English (US), English (UK), German QWERTZ, or Arabic / English keyboard layouts to match your computer’s input source. • Multiple Computer Management Save recognizable names for your computers, check their connection status, and choose which available, confirmed computer receives your input. • Custom Shortcuts & More Keys Quickly access copy, paste, undo, screenshots, navigation, and more. Create, edit, and organize up to 12 custom shortcuts for each Mac or Windows profile. • Text Snippets & Clipboard Sending Save frequently used text or send text from your iPhone or iPad clipboard. Preview it before sending and cancel when needed. Text sending currently supports characters available through a US English QWERTY layout; your computer’s input source must match. • Designed for iPhone & iPad Use controls adapted to your screen, with portrait and landscape options for typing, touchpad use, presentations, and media playback. PERFECT FOR • A missing or broken keyboard or mouse • Presentations and meetings • Music, videos, and couch use • Quick typing and shortcuts from across the room • Controlling different computers from one portable device TRY FREE, UNLOCK ONCE Start with a 3-day free trial beginning with your first ready-to-use computer connection. Continue with a one-time lifetime Pro purchase. No subscription required. Requires a compatible Mac or Windows PC with Bluetooth LE HID support. Presentation and media responses depend on the active application. Re-pairing may be needed after connection or system changes. Support: https://airboardpro.com/support Privacy Policy: https://airboardpro.com/privacy
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
MultiLink ships an update every 9 days, AirBoard weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MultiLink | AirBoard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (1 ratings) | 4.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 荷芬 赵 | Shenzhen Wenlicai Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
MultiLink
AirBoard
In-app purchases
MultiLink
- Pro Lifetime$4.99
AirBoard
- AirBoard Pro Lifetime$14.99








