Report updated May 4, 2026

Overview · Full Intel report in progress

KDE Connect is an established productivity app that is completely free. With a 4.2/5 rating from 27.6K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is KDE Connect?

KDE Connect is an open-source productivity tool that enables cross-device integration between computers and mobile devices. It facilitates seamless workflows through shared clipboards, file transfers, and remote control capabilities secured by end-to-end TLS encryption.

Current Momentum

v0.5 · 2mo ago

Active

Last updated 73d ago. 5 versions tracked.

Competition

Rivals identification in progress

7-Day Rank Pulse 🇺🇸

Productivity

No ranking data

ProductivityGrossing

Rating Pulse 🇺🇸

What makes this app unique?

What Does It Look Like?

What Are The Key Features?

Shared ClipboardStandard

Allows users to copy and paste text content directly between connected devices.

Remote InputStandard

Transforms a mobile device into a virtual touchpad or keyboard for computer control.

File and URL SharingStandard

Enables the transfer of files and web links from mobile applications to a computer.

Remote PresentationStandard

Provides a remote control interface for presentations, including a virtual laser pointer.

How much does it cost?

Free

Who Built It?

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KDE e.V.

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Enabling seamless cross-device workflows through open-source integration tools. Providing privacy-focused utilities for desktop and mobile synchronization.

Portfolio

4

Apps

Free 3
Travel & Local33%
Educational33%
Education33%

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What do users think recently?

Analysis in progress, available soon

View the full user-sentiment analysis

Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.

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What is the competitive landscape for KDE Connect?

How's The Productivity Market?

How does it evolve in the Productivity market?

Rank progression

22 active rankings tracked — 30-day window

Strategic analysis coming soon

SWOT, key takeaways & outlook

The outtake for KDE Connect

Key Takeaways

While highly functional for cross-platform integration, users report inconsistent connectivity and synchronization issues that may impact reliability.

Where Is It Heading?

Trend analysis

Available very soon

Disclosure: Independent intel to help mobile builders succeed.

AI-powered analysis with editorial review, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by KDE Connect, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “KDE Connect Intelligence Report.” Updated May 4, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/kde-connect

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