Comparison

AirBoard vs TabletHID

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

Head to head
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

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

AirBoard4 screens
TabletHID4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TabletHID at none against AirBoard's 1. TabletHID also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly). AirBoard's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. AirBoard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TabletHID asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AirBoard ships an update weekly, TabletHID daily. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AirBoard versus TabletHID: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirBoardTabletHID
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Wenlicai Technology Co., Ltd.Max Murphy

In-app purchases

1 purchases

AirBoard

One-time1
  • AirBoard Pro Lifetime$14.99
None

TabletHID

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AirBoard free?
AirBoard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TabletHID free?
TabletHID is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AirBoard or TabletHID have ads?
Neither AirBoard nor TabletHID shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AirBoard or TabletHID?
AirBoard ships an update weekly, and TabletHID daily. Most recently, AirBoard was updated on October 7, 2026 and TabletHID on October 7, 2026.

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