Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro vs PhonePad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote, wireless mouse, and keyboard. Control Apple TV, Mac, Windows PCs, and other iPads seamlessly over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Automate tasks, launch apps, and manage your digital world with ease.
- Universal remote for Apple TV, Mac, Windows, iPad
- Wireless mouse and keyboard functionality
- Live screen view for remote computer interaction
- Customizable control panels and shortcuts
- Siri Shortcuts and timer automation
- Secure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections
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Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Control more from one app - now on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Remote, Mouse & Keyboard turns your Apple devices into a simple, powerful remote for TVs, streaming devices, Apple TV, Mac, Windows PC, and iPad. Use it from the couch, at your desk, during a presentation, or anywhere you want faster control. TV and Streaming Remote Use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac as a remote for supported TVs, streamers, and Apple TV. Works with Apple TV plus supported Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Hisense, and Vizio devices. Android TV and Google TV examples include Sony, TCL, Philips, and Xiaomi - just a few of the brands that use the platform. - Navigate with a smooth touchpad - Control volume, playback, and media - Type searches and passwords with the keyboard - Launch Apple TV apps quickly - Keep one remote ready across your devices Older Apple TV models such as Gen 1-3 require one-time PIN entry using a physical remote. Mac and PC Control Control your computer over Wi-Fi with a remote, mouse, keyboard, and custom panels built for the apps you use. - Use your device as a wireless mouse and keyboard - Adjust volume, playback, and tracks - View your computer screen live - Take screenshots remotely - Launch or quit apps, open menus, and run shortcuts - Create custom panels and automation scripts - Schedule actions with timers Requires the free helper app for Mac or Windows: https://rs.ltd/get iPad Control Use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to control another iPad over Bluetooth. - Type, navigate, and control playback - Adjust volume and media - Keep a second device useful in creative, work, or entertainment setups Why You'll Love It - One app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac - Remote control for TVs, streamers, Apple TV, Mac, PC, and iPad - Touchpad, keyboard, media controls, shortcuts, and automation - Custom control panels for apps, websites, and workflows - Secure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections System Requirements - iPhone, iPad, or Mac - Supported Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Hisense, and Vizio devices - Android TV and Google TV devices, including examples from Sony, TCL, Philips, Xiaomi, and more - Apple TV: all models supported - Mac: macOS 10.13 or later with helper app - Windows: Windows 7 or later with helper app - iPad control: Bluetooth connection Privacy Policy: https://rs.ltd/privacy Terms of Use: https://rs.ltd/terms Take Control One app. All your screens. Ready on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
PhonePad
Turn your iPhone into a responsive trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Control your computer remotely with familiar gestures and easy text input. Requires a companion app on your Mac and a network connection.
- iPhone as Mac trackpad
- Remote keyboard input
- Familiar gestures and controls
- Seamless integration with Mac
- Intuitive user experience
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PhonePad - Bridging the gap between your iOS and macOS devices for a seamless and productive experience. Transform your iPhone into a fully functional trackpad for your Mac with PhonePad. Whether you’re on the go or simply prefer the convenience of using your iOS device as a trackpad, PhonePad delivers a seamless and intuitive experience. Key Features: 1. PhonePad integrates seamlessly with your Mac, providing a natural and responsive trackpad experience. 2. Enjoy the familiar gestures and controls you’re used to. 3. Using PhonePad's keyboard, easily type text on your Mac remotely. 4. Easily connect your device to your Mac by running the PhonePad for Mac app. Functionality: 1. Tap once to left-click 2. Tap twice to double-click 3. Tap with two fingers to right-click 4. Pan with two fingers to scroll 5. Pan with three fingers to drag 6. Tap on the keyboard icon to start typing on your Mac Requirements: 1. PhonePad app is also required to be installed on your Mac. 2. Network connection is required (connecting your Mac to your hotspot also works!) 3. Requires macOS 10.13 and iOS 16.0 or later. Download PhonePad today and unlock the full potential of your iOS device as a powerful, intuitive trackpad for your Mac! Security & Privacy: PhonePad does not collect any data from your devices. All communication is made between your iPhone and your Mac. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: PhonePad at Free against Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro's $39.99. PhonePad also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days). Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (92% vs 50%). On ads and iOS requirement 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
PhonePad is free to download; Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro costs $39.99 up front. PhonePad sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro has 5.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro's written reviews are positive against 50% of PhonePad's.
Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro ships an update every 6 days, PhonePad every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro | PhonePad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (5.4K ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 92.4% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5.4K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better | iPhone, iPod, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 134 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Remote Sunrise LTD | Ibrahim Chiha |
Customer experience
Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro
PhonePad
Bugs and requests
Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro
Reported bugs
3 issues- Freezes on startup
- Compatibility issues with newer OS versions
- Mouse pointer gets stuck
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for Linux/Unix
- Improve touch screen control
- Integrate with more third-party apps
- Enhance remote desktop functionality
PhonePad
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Pro
No in-app purchases
PhonePad
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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