Astropad Workbench 1.4 for Mac

Mac Utilities

Updated Aug 22, 2026

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Astropad Workbench is a remote desktop app made for reaching your Mac from an iPhone or iPad while you are away from your desk. It streams the Mac screen with low delay, lets you check on long running work such as AI agents on a headless Mac mini, and in version 1.4 adds a built in terminal and file transfer between Macs. Updated Aug 22, 2026.

Key Features

• Remote control of your Mac from iPhone or iPad
• Fast streaming tuned for Apple silicon Macs
• Built in terminal you can open without reconnecting
• File transfer between Macs during a session
• Privacy curtain that hides the remote screen from people nearby
• Made for headless and always on Mac setups

How to Download

1. Download from the official site to read about the current release.
2. Follow the download links there for the Mac and mobile apps.
3. Install Workbench on your Mac and sign in on both devices.
4. Connect from your phone or tablet whenever you need your Mac.

System Requirements

Workbench needs a Mac running macOS 15 or later and an iPhone or iPad on a current system version. A stable internet connection is required on both ends, and remote access works best on Apple silicon Macs.

FAQs

What is Workbench mainly used for?

It is used to reach a Mac remotely, most often to check on work or AI agents running on a Mac that stays on at home or in an office.

Is Workbench free to try?

Yes. Astropad offers a free daily allowance of access time, and paid plans unlock unlimited use.