Comparison

AirType vs Remote Trackpad

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

Head to head
About

AirType

Type messages and text from your computer directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad. Seamlessly switch between your computer's keyboard and the app's interface for efficient communication across devices.

Highlights
  • Type from computer keyboard
  • Send text to iPhone/iPad
  • Local Wi-Fi connection
  • Multi-platform browser support
  • Seamless reconnection
  • In-app full-size keyboard
Features
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Type, from your computer. AirType is the most convenient way for you to type words from your computer and send directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. ONE PHYSICAL KEYBOARD Imaging that you are working busily with your computer. At the same time, you have to text message with your colleague for another projects. It is very annoying to type on both your computer and iPhone. With AirType, you just have to type with your computer. Open the AirType Keyboard on your iPhone, browse to your keyboard's *web access portal, then you can type directly on computer to your iPhone. *Local Wifi network connection is required MULTIPLE PLATFORMS SUPPORTED Most main stream browsers work on AirType Web Access Portal. Thus, you can use AirType with PC, Mac or Linux computers with compatible internet browser. NATURAL USAGE The typing experience just fit your typing habit. Open the AirType Keyboard at your iPhone. Open a web browser, browse to the link displayed on the AirType Keyboard. Type your words in Web Access Portal. Press "Enter/Return" key to make the words appear on your iPhone. Press "Delete" button to delete words on your iPhone. That Simple. SEAMLESS DESIGN AirType can handle variable circumstances. Once the keyboard is disconnected. The Web Portal will automatically search for the disconnected keyboard until it get connected again. You don't need to refresh or retype the address of our Web Access Portal. WITH A FULL SIZE KEYBOARD Without internet connection or If you need to slightly change, you can easy switch to the in-app full-size keyboard to type any text or message. AirType for iPhone & iPad supports any languages you preferred to use. Supports iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices running with iOS 8 and above.

About

Remote Trackpad

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
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Remote Trackpad is the best solution to make your iPhone two in one - keyboard and trackpad for your Mac. It is not always convenient to bring trackpad, keyboard and mouse with you, but iPhone is always in your pocket. Follow just 2 steps to make it work: 1. Download app to your iPhone and Mac 2. Scan QR-code with your iPhone camera in the app ATTENTION: Don’t forget to connect your iPhone and Mac to the same Wi-Fi network! Full customization of the keyboard will allow you to create your own unique style. You can also adjust tracking and scrolling speed, scroll direction and gestures in settings. Operate your Mac from anywhere you want without being surrounded by extra devices in front of the screen! https://impulsoryapps.com/privacy https://impulsoryapps.com/tos

Screenshots

AirType4 screens
Remote Trackpad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AirType at 71% against Remote Trackpad's 16%. AirType also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). Remote Trackpad's advantage is rating (3.8 vs 3.3). On price, ratings volume 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. Remote Trackpad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. AirType asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Trackpad holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 39 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of AirType's written reviews are positive against 16% of Remote Trackpad's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AirType versus Remote Trackpad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirTypeRemote Trackpad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (29 ratings)3.8 (39 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.0% of reviews — better15.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2939 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInvivo Interactive LimitedImpulsory, LLC

Customer experience

AirType

All ratings28 ratings
Positive53.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative39.3%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive71.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative25.8%

Remote Trackpad

All ratings39 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral5.1%
Negative28.2%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive15.6%
Neutral12.5%
Negative71.9%

In-app purchases

None

AirType

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Remote Trackpad

Subscriptions4
  • 1 Week Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 3 Months Subscription$9.993 Months
  • Special gestures and settings$19.991 Month
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  • Handy wireless remote mouse$19.991 Month

Questions

Is AirType free?
AirType is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Trackpad free?
Remote Trackpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AirType or Remote Trackpad?
Remote Trackpad is rated higher. AirType averages 3.3 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Remote Trackpad averages 3.8 from 39 ratings.
Do AirType or Remote Trackpad have ads?
Remote Trackpad shows ads; AirType does not.

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