How TouchNow compares with other Mac remote and second-screen apps

Prepared by TouchNow from official public information for personal use. This is not a performance test under identical conditions. An undocumented feature does not mean it is unsupported. Features depend on version, hardware and plan.

Make a nearby iPad your Mac’s second display. Built in — Compatible Mac and iPad, same Apple Account required. Not supported; iPad only. Documented for nearby use. Extend or mirror Mac on iPad. Official site

Second displays and remote desktops across platforms. Subscription plans — Choose a plan by features and connection type; see official pricing. Supported. Requires an eligible paid plan. Creates an extra desktop. Official site

Use dedicated hardware to turn an iPad or Mac into a display. US$89.99 — One-time hardware purchase; no subscription. Not supported; iPad only. Documented for nearby use. Extend or mirror Mac on iPad. Official site

Remote desktops for computers and Android. Free personal plan — No official iPhone / iPad support. No official iOS / iPadOS support. Connect over the Internet. Not applicable to iPhone / iPad. Official site

Reach different computers from your mobile device. One-time purchase — iPhone / iPad app; regional App Store pricing. Supported. Connect over the Internet. One device-sized virtual display; Connect 10+. Official site · Feature documentation

Remote computer access from Apple devices. US$29.99/year — Or US$4.99/month; US$199.99 lifetime. Supported. Connect over the Internet. Select existing Mac displays; built-in extension not documented. Official site · Pricing details

An open-source extra display for iPhone and iPad. Free and open source — GPL-3.0; Mac sender requires macOS 14+. Supported. Documented for nearby use. Creates an extra desktop. Official site

Remote access for Macs and always-on workflows. 20 minutes free daily — Unlimited: US$14.99/month or US$79.99/year. Supported. Connect over the Internet. Unified Display virtual screen. Official site

Your own Mac, on your iPhone or iPad. Free on the same Wi-Fi — Remote: US$2.99/month or US$19.99/year. Supported. Remote Access subscription required. Creates an extra desktop. Pricing details