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Zeptap

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MCP control of an iPhone · Official-source review 2026-10-09 UTC

Zeptap lets a connected assistant inspect and operate a real iPhone through a Mac application. USB carries the screen while Bluetooth and AssistiveTouch support taps, typing and gestures.

Updated 2026-10-09View sources
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Category
MCP control of an iPhone
Free access
First hour of live screen use with all features; setup/pairing time excluded. No ongoing free use confirmed.
API access
Local MCP endpoint and built-in chat using existing Claude Code/Codex plans or an OpenRouter key.

Is Zeptap right for you?

A good fit for

Fits controlled device workflows where the owner reviews assistant actions and understands what the connected model receives.

Before you choose

The displayed first-hundred-customer offer is $25/month or $99 once for one iPhone, $149 once for up to five; regular amounts shown are $49/$199/$299. Offer availability can change. A license covers up to three Macs, requiring macOS 14+, Bluetooth and an iPhone USB connection. Zeptap includes no model; external provider/subscription fees remain separate. Though its MCP server is local, screenshots go to the connected agent and model provider. Optional unlock stores the passcode in macOS Keychain and must be enabled per phone. No software, device pairing, unlock or permission boundary was tested.

Workflow and handoff

Use an authorized test phone, confirm hardware and current license price, limit the connected agent’s permissions and review any proposed message, purchase or account change before allowing it.

Pricing and practical limits

The displayed first-hundred-customer offer is $25/month or $99 once for one iPhone, $149 once for up to five; regular amounts shown are $49/$199/$299. Offer availability can change. A license covers up to three Macs, requiring macOS 14+, Bluetooth and an iPhone USB connection. Zeptap includes no model; external provider/subscription fees remain separate. Though its MCP server is local, screenshots go to the connected agent and model provider. Optional unlock stores the passcode in macOS Keychain and must be enabled per phone. No software, device pairing, unlock or permission boundary was tested.

Review method

Relevant official-source evidence reviewed individually on 2026-10-09 UTC (October 10 in India). Selected product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Performance, security and plan enforcement were not independently tested.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.

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Documented workflowZeptap lets a connected assistant inspect and operate a real iPhone through a Mac application. USB carries the screen while Bluetooth and AssistiveTouch support taps, typing and gestures.Facts sourced2026-10-09

Understand the total cost

Zeptap pricing & plans

Intro monthly

$25.00 /mo

Current first-hundred-customer offer; regular price shown $49/month

Allowance and restrictions
One iPhone; up to three Macs; external AI provider plan required.

Intro lifetime plus

$149 once (intro offer)

One-time offer; regular price shown $299

Allowance and restrictions
Up to five concurrent iPhones; up to three Macs.
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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

Was this product hands-on tested?

No. The listing uses dated official-source evidence and visual artwork review. Unconfirmed pricing, allowances and integrations are stated explicitly.

What is Zeptap used for?

Zeptap lets a connected assistant inspect and operate a real iPhone through a Mac application. USB carries the screen while Bluetooth and AssistiveTouch support taps, typing and gestures.

Does Zeptap have a free plan?

First hour of live screen use with all features; setup/pairing time excluded. No ongoing free use confirmed.. This record does not confirm an ongoing free plan.

How much does Zeptap cost?

The listed monthly price is $25.00 USD at monthly billing. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Zeptap through an API?

Local MCP endpoint and built-in chat using existing Claude Code/Codex plans or an OpenRouter key.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

The displayed first-hundred-customer offer is $25/month or $99 once for one iPhone, $149 once for up to five; regular amounts shown are $49/$199/$299. Offer availability can change. A license covers up to three Macs, requiring macOS 14+, Bluetooth and an iPhone USB connection. Zeptap includes no model; external provider/subscription fees remain separate. Though its MCP server is local, screenshots go to the connected agent and model provider. Optional unlock stores the passcode in macOS Keychain and must be enabled per phone. No software, device pairing, unlock or permission boundary was tested.

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

Product identity and relevant official-source evidence reviewed individually.

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Costs and constraints

The displayed first-hundred-customer offer is $25/month or $99 once for one iPhone, $149 once for up to five; regular amounts shown are $49/$199/$299. Offer availability can change. A license covers up to three Macs, requiring macOS 14+, Bluetooth and an iPhone USB connection. Zeptap includes no model; external provider/subscription fees remain separate. Though its MCP server is local, screenshots go to the connected agent and model provider. Optional unlock stores the passcode in macOS Keychain and must be enabled per phone. No software, device pairing, unlock or permission boundary was tested.

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