Host and companion
Free
No payment required on reviewed page
- Included scope
- Mac controls and iPhone/iPad companion; supported agent monitoring
CTRL Micro
● Identity checkedPhone controls for Mac coding agents · Official-source review 2026-10-09
CTRL Micro pairs a Mac host with an iPhone or iPad companion to monitor coding-agent tasks and control a Mac. It adds agent responses, dictation, command controls and a live desktop view.
- Category
- Phone controls for Mac coding agents
- Free access
- The official page says no account or payment required; no separate transcription subscription is needed.
- API access
- Custom client development is advertised; public interface details and permissions were not verified.
Is CTRL Micro right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to Mac users who want companion controls for supported Codex, Claude or Cursor workflows.
Before you choose
Host version 1.0.11 and App Store companion are advertised. Audio stays on the Mac for transcription according to the vendor. Remote Anywhere and desktop controls can extend device access; authentication, network requirements, OS minimums and agent compatibility were not tested. This is an independent MedHue Labs project and not an OpenAI or Work Louder endorsement.
Workflow and handoff
Verify device requirements, pair on a trusted network and test reversible controls and remote access restrictions before relying on it.
Pricing and practical limits
Host version 1.0.11 and App Store companion are advertised. Audio stays on the Mac for transcription according to the vendor. Remote Anywhere and desktop controls can extend device access; authentication, network requirements, OS minimums and agent compatibility were not tested. This is an independent MedHue Labs project and not an OpenAI or Work Louder endorsement.
Review method
Official product evidence reviewed on 2026-10-09; product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Application performance, security claims and plan enforcement were not independently tested.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product workflow | CTRL Micro pairs a Mac host with an iPhone or iPad companion to monitor coding-agent tasks and control a Mac. It adds agent responses, dictation, command controls and a live desktop view. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Host version 1.0.11 and App Store companion are advertised. Audio stays on the Mac for transcription according to the vendor. Remote Anywhere and desktop controls can extend device access; authentication, network requirements, OS minimums and agent compatibility were not tested. This is an independent MedHue Labs project and not an OpenAI or Work Louder endorsement. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
CTRL Micro pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
Was the application hands-on tested?
No. This listing is based on dated official-source evidence and a visual artwork check. Unconfirmed costs and restrictions are identified explicitly.
What is CTRL Micro used for?
CTRL Micro pairs a Mac host with an iPhone or iPad companion to monitor coding-agent tasks and control a Mac. It adds agent responses, dictation, command controls and a live desktop view.
Does CTRL Micro have a free plan?
The official page says no account or payment required; no separate transcription subscription is needed.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does CTRL Micro cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use CTRL Micro through an API?
Custom client development is advertised; public interface details and permissions were not verified.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Host version 1.0.11 and App Store companion are advertised. Audio stays on the Mac for transcription according to the vendor. Remote Anywhere and desktop controls can extend device access; authentication, network requirements, OS minimums and agent compatibility were not tested. This is an independent MedHue Labs project and not an OpenAI or Work Louder endorsement.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
How this profile is supported
Official product information
Current official product source read individually; product artwork inspected visually.
Read original source ↗Pricing review
Official product page reviewed for disclosed costs; unverified prices and allowances are identified in the listing.
Read original source ↗Facts apply to the named version and check date. Send a sourced correction if something changed.