Comparison

Handpad vs MouseMe

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

Head to head
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.

About

MouseMe

Features
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MouseMe turns your iPhone or iPad into a wireless trackpad, keyboard, media remote, and TV controller for your Mac — over your local Wi‑Fi. No subscription, no account, and no data sent to our servers. GET STARTED 1. Install MouseMe on your Mac and iPhone (same app on both). 2. On your Mac, open MouseMe and turn on Receiving. Grant Accessibility when macOS asks — this lets MouseMe move the cursor and type. 3. On your iPhone, open Connect and tap your Mac under Computers nearby. 4. Use the Mouse tab to move and click, or switch to Keyboard, Media, or TV. MOUSE MODES • Trackpad — glide to move, tap to click, two-finger scroll • Classic Mouse — left, right, and middle buttons plus scroll • Air Mouse — aim with your phone in the air • Desk Slide — lay the phone flat and slide it on your desk • Gaming — high sensitivity with extra buttons • Presenter — next/previous slide controls and pointing KEYBOARD & MEDIA • Full keyboard with modifier keys sent to your Mac • Media controls for volume, brightness, and playback TV REMOTE • Control a Roku TV on your network through your Mac • Multiple layouts including Universal, Apple TV, Roku, and Simple • Find TVs automatically on your Wi‑Fi CONNECTION • Automatic discovery on the same Wi‑Fi (Bonjour) • Manual IP entry and QR code pairing • Optional Bluetooth when Wi‑Fi is unavailable PRIVACY All input stays on your local network between your phone and Mac. MouseMe does not collect or sell your data. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone or iPad with iOS/iPadOS 26.2 or later • Mac with macOS 26.2 or later on the same Wi‑Fi network • Local Network permission on iPhone (for discovery) • Accessibility permission on Mac (to control cursor and keyboard) Perfect for your desk, the couch, or presentations — your phone becomes a portable mouse and keyboard for the Mac you already own.

Screenshots

Handpad4 screens
MouseMe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Handpad at 16.0 against MouseMe's 26.2. On price, ads, 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Handpad versus MouseMe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandpadMouseMe
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDLC39DEGREERyan Joshua Fermoselle

In-app purchases

None

Handpad

No in-app purchases

None

MouseMe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Handpad free?
Handpad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MouseMe free?
MouseMe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Handpad or MouseMe have ads?
Neither Handpad nor MouseMe shows ads.

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