Now supporting iPhone Duo!
Access and control your Mac from anywhere, with full remote desktop and built-in terminal.
Workbench connects you to your Mac from your iPhone, iPad, or another Mac. Check in on AI agents and long-running jobs, run desktop apps, or drop into the command line without being tethered to your desk.
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KEY FEATURES
Desktop and terminal: Switch between your Mac's full desktop and a terminal right from the toolbar. Terminal sessions keep running after you disconnect, so you can pick up where you left off on another device.
Unified display: Combine your Mac's displays into one screen that matches your device's resolution.
Headless Mac support: Run a Mac mini with no monitor attached. Workbench gives it a virtual display and manages sleep settings so it's always reachable.
Voice input: Dictate prompts and commands from your iPhone or iPad, on the desktop or in the terminal.
Apple Pencil and keyboard support: Use your Apple Pencil for precise cursor control in Mac apps, and your keyboard to type and trigger shortcuts.
No-hassle connections: Connect instantly without port forwarding, VPNs, or router configuration.
Fast, high-fidelity streaming: Interact with your Mac in real time with responsive controls and sharp visuals.
Secure by design: Sessions are protected with end-to-end AES-256 encryption, and Astropad can't see your screen or activity.
Built for Apple devices: Workbench uses fully native apps built specifically for Mac, iPad, and iPhone.
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DESIGNED FOR AI AGENT WORKFLOWS
Your agents don't stop when you leave your desk. Workbench lets you monitor progress, fix issues, and restart jobs from wherever you are.
It's just as useful for checking on tools and software that don't have a mobile app.
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BUILT BY EX-APPLE ENGINEERS
From the team behind Astropad Studio and Luna Display, Workbench delivers fast, responsive control with crisp visuals and reliable performance on any network.
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PRICING
Workbench includes a Free plan with 20 minutes of access per day. Upgrade to Unlimited for uninterrupted access (subscription required).
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Mac: macOS 15 or later
iPhone: iOS 26 or later
iPad: iPadOS 26 or later
I no longer wish I had a laptop! Allows me to use my iPad to run my desktop
Nancy Nematode
I’m so grateful that this finally exists. I’ve long had an iPad and a Mac desktop and have been annoyed every time I needed to work on something serious away from my desk. I didn’t want to buy a laptop just for those situations. I’m so happy to be able to now use my iPad like a powerful laptop with this app! One bug I do wish they would fix is the tendency for Workbench to lock up when I am copy/pasting. When this happens I just exit it and reopen it on my iPad, and then I can paste, but it’s a tad annoying.
Post Subscription Errors
laxtermind13
App worked amazingly on my iPhone so I decided to subscribe to continue using on iPhone and iPad, and now I can’t get a connection established to my MacStudio, even though it is showing online. There is no error message or trouble shooting steps for me to reset the connection so I am essentially dead in the water until I can get all devices in the same room.
Perfect
Lilscrufy1
I love absolutely every single aspect about this app. It’s exactly what I’ve been searching for for many years. It’s fast, it seamless. Unified display is a game changer. The only thing I wish it had was a different app icon lol, it just does not fit my home screen haha! Maybe multiple icon options for the people who pay!
Perfect Use Case
AJMarz480
I can now travel anywhere, anytime, anyplace and access my Mac! How cool is that! I remember having the first Luna Display adaptor and now seeing how far the team has come has been a fun journey to partake in. Glad the team build something SIMPLE, EASY TO USE, and backs it with great Customer Service!
New in Workbench 1.4: Remote terminal, iPhone Duo support, and Mac-to-Mac file transfer.
REMOTE TERMINAL
Switch between your Mac’s desktop and terminal without reconnecting. Dictate prompts and commands with voice input, and pick up your terminal session across devices.
IPHONE DUO SUPPORT
Workbench runs natively on iPhone Duo from day one. Keep tabs on an agent in one pane without it taking over your whole phone.
MAC-TO-MAC FILE TRANSFER
Drag and drop files between Macs during terminal sessions.
Stay connected to your Mac and keep your AI agents moving, wherever you are.
Version 1.4
The developer, Astro HQ, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
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