# Near Lock vs Remote Trackpad

The clearest difference is ads: Near Lock at none against Remote Trackpad's shown. Near Lock also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 15%) and ratings volume (571 vs 40). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Near Lock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote Trackpad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.8 for Near Lock against 3.7 for Remote Trackpad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Near Lock has 571 ratings behind it against 40, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of Near Lock's written reviews are positive against 15% of Remote Trackpad's.

Near Lock ships an update monthly, Remote Trackpad every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Near Lock | Remote Trackpad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.8 (571 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/near-lock/id886882252/reviews)** | [3.7 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-trackpad-virtual-tool/id1572422325/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **571** | 40 |
| Positive reviews | **38.2% of reviews** | 15.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filip Duvnjak](https://appshunter.io/developer/886748780) | [Impulsory, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598856586) |

## What reviewers say

### Near Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/near-lock/id886882252)

Automate your Mac's security by using your iPhone to lock and unlock it based on your proximity. Enhance security with fingerprint, double knock, or Apple Watch authentication. Manage your Mac remotely and receive notifications for login attempts.

**Highlights:** Automatic Mac locking and unlocking based on iPhone proximity, Fingerprint, double knock, and Apple Watch authentication, Manual lock and unlock via iPhone, Remote Mac control through iPhone notifications, Login attempt notifications and tracking, WiFi unlock for trusted networks, Clipboard synchronization between devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Mode | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient auto-lock/unlock
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔒 Improved security
- 💡 Innovative concept
- 🔥 Works well when it works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and sync issues
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🤔 Inconsistent distance tracking
- ❌ Unreliable, doesn't work consistently
- 🤷‍♂️ Requires constant manual reconnection

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Incompatibility with newer macOS versions
- Unexpected password entries in other apps
- Bluetooth cache corruption issues

**Requested features**

- Support for more devices (e.g. iPad, Apple Watch)
- Improved background functionality
- More customization options
- Better error handling and troubleshooting


### Remote Trackpad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-trackpad-virtual-tool/id1572422325)

Transform your iPhone into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. Easily control your computer from a distance without needing extra peripherals. Enjoy customizable keyboard layouts and adjustable tracking speeds for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Mac, Easy 2-step setup, Customizable keyboard styles, Adjustable tracking and scrolling speed, Gesture support, Remote Mac control

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Months Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Special gestures and settings | $19.99 | per month |
| Handy wireless remote mouse | $19.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Near Lock free?

Near Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote Trackpad free?

Remote Trackpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Near Lock or Remote Trackpad?

Near Lock is rated higher. Near Lock averages 3.8 out of 5 from 571 ratings, while Remote Trackpad averages 3.7 from 40 ratings.

### Do Near Lock or Remote Trackpad have ads?

Remote Trackpad shows ads; Near Lock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Near Lock or Remote Trackpad?

Near Lock ships an update monthly, and Remote Trackpad every 2 months. Most recently, Near Lock was updated on October 24, 2026 and Remote Trackpad on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*