Comparison

QuickPad vs Handpad

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

Handpad

Features
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Handpad turns your iPhone into a precision wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Whether you're presenting, watching a movie, gaming, or just working from the couch — your iPhone is your remote. — TRACKPAD — Slide, tap, and two-finger scroll just like a real MacBook trackpad. Sub-pixel precision, instant response, multi-touch gestures. — SHORTCUTS THAT FIT THE MOMENT — Customizable button grids for any scenario: • Movies — play, pause, mute, fullscreen • Presentations — next slide, previous, blackout • Games — quick keys mapped to anything Switch between layouts instantly with a swipe. — TYPE WITH YOUR NATIVE KEYBOARD — Use your iPhone's full iOS keyboard to type into your Mac. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, emoji, voice dictation — everything syncs to your Mac in real time. No more squinting at a remote keyboard across the room. — CONNECTED IN SECONDS — • Bluetooth pairs the first time • WiFi auto-boosts after that for lower latency • Works on the same local network • No router or hotspot configuration needed — PRIVATE BY DESIGN — Everything stays between your iPhone and your Mac. AES-256 encrypted link. Zero internet dependency. No accounts. No telemetry. No data collection. Your inputs never leave your local network. — REQUIREMENTS — • Free Handpad companion app for macOS • macOS 13 Ventura or later • Bluetooth and WiFi enabled • Both devices on the same local network for best performance — FAQ — Q: Does it work without internet? A: Yes. The app works entirely on your local network. Q: Does it support multiple Macs? A: One iPhone can pair with multiple Macs, with one active connection at a time. Q: Will my keyboard work the same? A: Yes — Handpad uses your iPhone's native keyboard, so all your custom inputs, dictionaries, and IMEs work normally. Made with care. No tracking. No ads. Ever.

Screenshots

QuickPad4 screens
Handpad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Handpad at none against QuickPad's shown. Handpad also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). QuickPad's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). 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, Handpad every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
QuickPad versus Handpad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuickPadHandpad
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKAZUHIRO KAKIMOTODLC39DEGREE

In-app purchases

None

QuickPad

No in-app purchases

None

Handpad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QuickPad free?
QuickPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Handpad free?
Handpad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QuickPad or Handpad have ads?
QuickPad shows ads; Handpad does not.
Which is updated more often, QuickPad or Handpad?
QuickPad ships an update every 2 weeks, and Handpad every 2 days. Most recently, QuickPad was updated on October 8, 2026 and Handpad on October 5, 2026.

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