Comparison

PagePilot Hands vs AirDeck · 灵点

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

Head to head
About

PagePilot Hands

This e-book reader allows hands-free page turning using an Apple Watch. It supports multiple formats like EPUB, PDF, and comics, and offers convenient WiFi file transfer. Track your reading progress and set daily goals within the app.

Highlights
  • Apple Watch page control
  • EPUB, PDF, audiobook, and comic support
  • WiFi file transfer
  • Device-to-device transfer
  • Reading statistics
  • Text-to-Speech (TTS)
  • Daily reading goals
Features
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PagePilot is an e-book reader built for iPhone that lets you turn pages hands-free using your Apple Watch. CORE FEATURES ▸ Apple Watch Page Control Read on iPhone or iPad, then flick your wrist or press the Digital Crown to go to the next page. No touching the screen required — perfect for reading in bed, during meals, or on the go. ▸ OPDS Feeds Add OPDS feeds to browse and download books from public libraries and publishers — expand your library beyond local files. ▸ Multiple Formats Supports EPUB, PDF, Audiobooks, and CBZ comics. One app for your entire library. ▸ WiFi Transfer Open a URL on your computer's browser, drag files in, and they appear in your library instantly. No cable, no iCloud required. ▸ Device Transfer Send books directly between your iPhone and iPad over the same Wi-Fi network. ▸ Reading Stats Track your daily and weekly reading time, monitor your progress, and maintain a reading streak. ▸ Library Management Grid or list view, sort by recent import, recent read, title, or author. Multi-select and bulk delete. ▸ Text-to-Speech (TTS) Full system voice support with adjustable speed and pitch. ▸ Daily Reading Goal Set a daily reading goal in minutes and track your progress from the home screen. WHY PAGEPILOT? PagePilot was built for one reason: poking at your screen to turn a page shouldn't be the friction point in your reading experience. Whether you're standing on the subway, lying in bed, or on a treadmill, Watch page control makes reading feel more natural. PagePilot Pro unlocks unlimited books (free version holds up to 10), unlimited highlights & notes (free version keeps up to 20), weekly/monthly/yearly reading stats, streak tracking, and the ability to use Apple Watch on iPad. PagePilot keeps these features free forever: basic Watch page turning, WiFi transfer, and device-to-device transfer — because these are the prerequisites for getting value from PagePilot. Terms of Use: https://pagepilot.doublewaterapps.com/terms.html

About

AirDeck · 灵点

Transform your phone into a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and media remote for your computer. Control presentations, media playback, and type notes from a distance on the same Wi-Fi network.

Highlights
  • Wireless trackpad control
  • Full keyboard input
  • Media playback remote
  • App launching shortcuts
  • Automatic PC discovery
  • Manual IP connection
Features
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AirDeck is built for short-range control of your own computer. When your phone and PC are on the same Wi‑Fi, your phone becomes a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and media remote so you can drive your Mac or Windows machine without walking back to the desk. Whether you are presenting, watching from the couch, or need to type a quick note, AirDeck saves you the trip. 【Core features】 · Wireless trackpad: one finger moves the pointer; one-finger tap for left click; two-finger tap for right click; two-finger scroll; three-finger drag. · Keyboard: type multi-line text on your phone and send it to the PC; common modifier keys and F1–F12 shortcuts. · Media remote: volume, previous/next track, play/pause, and other system media actions. · App shortcuts: browse apps from your phone and open them on the PC; pin favorites to the top. · Auto-discovery: find PCs on the same LAN; manual IP entry when discovery is blocked. 【Typical use cases】 · Presentations: change slides, move the pointer, and control playback away from the PC. · Living-room media: adjust volume, skip tracks, and pause from the sofa. · Light work: use your phone as a temporary trackpad and keyboard to send text quickly. · Multi-device desks: fewer peripherals—basic control from the phone you already carry. 【Getting started】 1. Install and run the AirDeck desktop app on your computer. 2. Connect your phone and computer to the same Wi‑Fi. 3. Open AirDeck on your phone, pick a discovered PC, and connect. 4. If discovery fails, connect by manual IP. 【Privacy & security】 AirDeck is intended for your own devices on trusted networks. Control traffic stays mainly on your local LAN; core control does not rely on a third-party remote-control cloud. Only connect to computers you own or are authorized to control, and use trusted Wi‑Fi. See the in-app or website Privacy Policy for details. 【Notes】 · Both the mobile app and the matching desktop build are required. · Corporate networks, guest Wi‑Fi, AP isolation, or VPN may block discovery or connections. · Media control, app lists, and permission prompts may vary by OS version and grants.

Screenshots

PagePilot Hands4 screens
AirDeck · 灵点4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PagePilot Hands at Free against AirDeck · 灵点's $1.99. PagePilot Hands also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months). AirDeck · 灵点's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On review sentiment, 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

PagePilot Hands is free to download; AirDeck · 灵点 costs $1.99 up front. PagePilot Hands sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. AirDeck · 灵点 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PagePilot Hands ships an update every 4 days, AirDeck · 灵点 every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PagePilot Hands versus AirDeck · 灵点: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPagePilot HandsAirDeck · 灵点
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer洋 潘钰斌 唐

Customer experience

PagePilot Hands

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

AirDeck · 灵点

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

PagePilot Hands

Subscriptions2
  • PagePilot Pro - Monthly$0.491 Month
  • PagePilot Pro - Yearly1 Month trial$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • PagePilot Pro - Lifetime$3.99
None

AirDeck · 灵点

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PagePilot Hands free?
PagePilot Hands is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirDeck · 灵点 free?
AirDeck · 灵点 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do PagePilot Hands or AirDeck · 灵点 have ads?
Neither PagePilot Hands nor AirDeck · 灵点 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PagePilot Hands or AirDeck · 灵点?
PagePilot Hands ships an update every 4 days, and AirDeck · 灵点 every 4 months. Most recently, PagePilot Hands was updated on October 6, 2026 and AirDeck · 灵点 on October 11, 2026.

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