Comparison

iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse vs MultiLink

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

Head to head
About

iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse

Transform your mobile device into a remote mouse and handwriting keyboard for your computer. Control your PC, Mac, or Linux from a distance, ideal for presentations or home theater use. Offers multi-touch gestures and voice recognition for seamless interaction.

Highlights
  • Handwriting and voice recognition input
  • Multi-touch gesture mouse control
  • Remote keyboard functionality
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, Mac, Linux)
  • In-app purchases for accessory keys
  • Universal app for iPhone and iPad
Features
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iWritingPad is able to deliver the same iPad user experience to users on computer PC including Microsoft Windows, Mac OSX and Linux. The iPad's touch screen gestures as remote mouse and handwriting recognition keyboard operate computer PC / Home Theatre PC (HTPC). While you are sitting on big screen of living room, hotel room or classroom environment, iWritingPad provides you with relaxed and convenient experience to browse internet. It is a "MUST-HAVE" tool for businessman and classroom teacher. Handwriting and Voice Speech Recognition Function - native iPad / iPhone's multi-language handwriting / Voice spoken sentences support as your input device to Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista, Apple desktops with OS X 10.6 or later and Linux from Ubuntu, Debian and Raspbian. Mouse controlled by multi-touches gesture - "1 finger moves" means MOUSE MOVE, - "1 finger taps" means LEFT MOUSE CLICK, - "2 fingers tap" means RIGHT MOUSE CLICK, - "2 fingers drag" means MOUSE WHEEL SCROLLING, - "1 finger holds and moves" means DRAG & DROP, - "2 fingers pinch gesture" means MINIMISE WINDOWS, - "2 fingers spread gesture" means MAXIMISE WINDOWS, - "3 fingers drag" means MOVING WINDOWS, - able to use mouse functions across multiple monitors of PC. Keyboard Functions - "Basic Keyboard" function provides handwriting and voice spoken to input the whole sentence and send to PC in one go. In-App purchase offers additional Accessory keys including Command and Option keys for Mac OS X, Windows and Alternate keys for Microsoft Windows, Super and Alternate keys for Linux and Volume control. - Support Emoji symbols. - "Real Keyboard" function provides direct typing at PC. In-App purchase offers additional Function keys (F1-F12), Editing control keys (Cut & Paste), iTunes controls (Apple OS X) or Media Player controls (Microsoft Windows), Rhythmbox Music Player (Default player for Linux), Speaker Volume control. Universal app - works for both iPad and iPhone. Single purchase will let you have iWritingPad on both iPad and iPhone capable to connect to all Mac, Windows and Linux. Please visit us at http://www.iwritingpad.com for more detail information and live demo video. iWritingPad Desktop Installation It requires to install iWritingPad desktop client program on your Windows / Apple Mac OS X / Linux which can be downloaded, together with video tutorial for installation, at http://www.iwritingpad.com/index.php/quick-download-installation/ These desktops are required to connect to the network same as iPad / iPhone. For details, go to www.iwritignpad.com. Or, the iWritingPad client desktop programs can also be downloaded from the links below directly. Follow the video tutorials for such installation. Microsoft Windows desktop and video tutorial https://s3.amazonaws.com/iwritingpad-window/iWritingPad_installer_v1.2.1.msi https://youtu.be/3swn2t1CNAg Mac desktop and video tutorial https://s3.amazonaws.com/iwritingpad-mac/iWritingPadClient_v1.1.1.zip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwZwLeYAsrk Ubuntu desktop and video tutorial https://s3.amazonaws.com/iwritingpad-ubuntu/iwritingpad_1.04.tar.gz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4c05QOtlQE For Debian desktop and video tutorial https://s3.amazonaws.com/iwritingpad-debian/iwritingpad_1.04-1.tar.gz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c42vWvo4608 Raspbian (Raspberry Pi) desktop and video tutorial https://s3.amazonaws.com/iwritingpad-raspbian/iwritingpad_1.04-1.tar.gz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xl-PSqYPtMk Bluetooth connection For those Apple Mac desktops, bluetooth connection is recommended to ensure data communication between desktops and iPad/iPhone. Please refer to desktop installation for Mac OS X at http://www.iwritingpad.com/index.php/desktop-installation Contact Us Live Chat https://www.iwritingpad.com -> Contact us -> Live Chat Or inside App's Help menu -> Support - Live Chat Email support@iwritingpad.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/iwritingpad

About

MultiLink

Transform your mobile device into a wireless control center for multiple computers. Enjoy a precision trackpad and customizable keyboard with instant device switching and a premium typing experience. Connects automatically over WiFi with zero configuration.

Highlights
  • Multi-device wireless control
  • Precision trackpad and keyboard
  • Automatic WiFi connection
  • Instant device switching
  • Customizable keyboard themes and sounds
  • Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional, multi-device wireless control center. MultiLink: Remote Keyboard is a high-performance input solution designed for power users, developers, and creators. It transforms your mobile device into a precision trackpad and a fully customizable mechanical keyboard that controls all your computers over WiFi. ZERO CONFIGURATION: AUTO-CONNECT Say goodbye to complex IP settings. Simply open the MultiLink Desktop Client on your computers, and the app will automatically discover and establish a secure connection instantly. It’s truly plug-and-play for your local network. INSTANT MULTI-DEVICE SWITCHING Managing a MacBook, a Windows PC, and a Linux server at once? MultiLink lets you jump between connected devices with a single tap. It is the ultimate software KVM switch, allowing you to control an entire desk of computers from one screen. THE ULTIMATE TYPING EXPERIENCE Stunning Themes: Choose from a wide variety of keyboard skins—from minimalist modern to vibrant RGB aesthetics. Immersive Audio: Toggle high-fidelity mechanical switch sounds, clicky laptop tones, or silent modes. Dynamic Animations: Experience fluid, reactive visual feedback with every keystroke that makes typing on glass feel tactile. PRECISION TRACKPAD & GESTURES Turn your iPad or iPhone into a massive multi-touch trackpad. Navigate your desktop with smooth scrolling, right-click support, and precision cursor control optimized for ultra-low latency. KEY FEATURES: Full Cross-Platform Support: Native compatibility with macOS, Windows, and Linux. Ultra-Low Latency: Optimized WiFi protocol ensures a "wired-feel" response for typing and mouse movement. Automatic Discovery: No manual setup; finds your PCs instantly on the same network. Haptic Feedback: Feel every click with integrated taptic engine support. HOW TO GET STARTED: Download the free MultiLink Desktop Client on your Mac, PC, or Linux machine. Ensure your mobile device and computers are on the same WiFi network. Open MultiLink on your iPhone/iPad and start controlling!

Screenshots

iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse4 screens
MultiLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse at none against MultiLink's shown. iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). MultiLink's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and MultiLink sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse ships an update monthly, MultiLink every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse versus MultiLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriWritingPad Keyboard MouseMultiLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB12 MB
Age rating4+9+
Developer2ConnectMe Limited荷芬 赵

In-app purchases

4 purchases

iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse

One-time4
  • iWritingPad keyboard$1.99
  • iWritingPad Mouse$1.99
  • iWritingPad Basic Keyboard Mouse$4.99
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  • iWritingPad Real Keyboard Mouse$4.99
1 purchases

MultiLink

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse free?
iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MultiLink free?
MultiLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse or MultiLink have ads?
MultiLink shows ads; iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse does not.
Which is updated more often, iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse or MultiLink?
iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse ships an update monthly, and MultiLink every 10 days. Most recently, iWritingPad Keyboard Mouse was updated on October 23, 2026 and MultiLink on October 31, 2026.

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