Comparison

QuickPad vs TabletHID

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

Head to head
About

QuickPad

Features
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QuickPad is a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and macro pad that turns your iPhone, iPad, and Mac into a remote input device for your computer. Connect over your local network and control your desktop with multi-touch gestures, custom macros, and media keys. TRACKPAD: - Full-surface multi-touch trackpad emulation - Adjustable tracking speed (0.5x–5.0x) - Two-finger scrolling with natural/reverse scroll option - Tap-to-click support - Visual touch feedback with animated indicators EXTENDED KEYBOARD: - Sticky modifier keys: Ctrl, Alt, Shift, Cmd/Win - Function keys F1–F12 - Arrow keys, Home, End, Page Up/Down, Insert - Special keys: Esc, Tab, Enter, Space, Backspace, Delete - Auto-release modifiers after action key press MACRO PAD: - 4x3 configurable button grid (12 slots) - Custom labels, icons, and colors per button - Assign any key + modifier combination - Pre-configured common macros (Undo, Copy, Paste, Save, Find, etc.) - Long-press to edit any button MEDIA CONTROLS: - Play/Pause, Previous, Next track - Volume Up, Down, Mute with hold-to-repeat - Dedicated media control tab CONNECTION: - LAN auto-discovery via mDNS/Bonjour - Save multiple computer profiles - Quick connect by IP address - Auto-reconnect with retry (up to 3 attempts) - Auto-detect host computer's operating system SESSION: - Keep screen on during active session - Connection status indicators - Tab-based mode switching (Trackpad / Macros / Media) CUSTOMIZATION: - 20+ theme colors with dark/light mode - Haptic feedback toggle - Responsive layout for mobile, tablet, and desktop QuickPad Pro unlocks: - Bluetooth HID direct input (Android) - Ad-free experience - Full settings access - Priority support Terms of Use: https://kakitiro.com/quickapps/quickpad/terms/

About

TabletHID

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a high-precision virtual mouse and gamepad. No extra hardware, no dongles—just seamless Bluetooth HID control for your PC or Mac. TabletHID transforms your device into a professional-grade control surface. Whether you're presenting a slideshow, browsing from the couch, or need a backup controller for a quick game, TabletHID provides a low-latency, driver-free connection. Touch Mouse: Smooth, relative movement with dedicated left and right click zones. - Virtual Gamepad: A full Xbox-style layout including dual joysticks, D-pad, and face buttons. - HID-over-GATT: Utilizes modern Bluetooth protocols for a native connection that doesn't require "server" software on your computer. - Minimalist UI: Clean, distraction-free interface designed for one-handed or landscape use. - No Setup: Connect directly through your computer's standard Bluetooth settings. Note: TabletHID utilizes experimental Bluetooth HID-over-GATT implementations. Performance may vary depending on your host device's Bluetooth chipset and operating system compatibility.

Screenshots

QuickPad4 screens
TabletHID4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TabletHID at none against QuickPad's shown. TabletHID also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks). QuickPad's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QuickPad ships an update every 2 weeks, TabletHID daily. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
QuickPad versus TabletHID: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuickPadTabletHID
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKAZUHIRO KAKIMOTOMax Murphy

In-app purchases

None

QuickPad

No in-app purchases

None

TabletHID

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QuickPad free?
QuickPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TabletHID free?
TabletHID is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QuickPad or TabletHID have ads?
QuickPad shows ads; TabletHID does not.
Which is updated more often, QuickPad or TabletHID?
QuickPad ships an update every 2 weeks, and TabletHID daily. Most recently, QuickPad was updated on October 25, 2026 and TabletHID on October 7, 2026.

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