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AfterLid vs Pocka

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AfterLid compared with Pocka
DetailAfterLid logo AfterLidPocka logo Pocka
What it doesMac power companion for long-running work with mobile status and optional remote control Move files between devices from the command line
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inIN Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: Sleepy, Awake, and Always On modes with all Mac safeguards, read-only iPhone status, one provider usage connection. Pro: adds remote mode control, all supported provider connections, character pack tools, and seven-day full-access trial for eligible accounts. Free: $0, 10 MB per item, 1 GB transfer per month. Pro: $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year, 10 GB per item, 1 TB transfer per month.
Key features
  • Three power modes: Sleepy, Awake, and Always On
  • iPhone app for read-only status monitoring
  • Pro remote mode control from phone
  • Provider usage connections for AI models
  • Character packs with custom animations
  • Send files from command line with one command
  • Receive files with pocka take command
  • Send text notes from terminal
  • Pipe command output directly
  • Support for folders and archives
  • Encryption with personal key
  • AI agent integration via skill install
  • No password required, browser-based login
  • Machine-specific tokens for security
  • Items expire after 24 hours
What makes it different
  • Work runs entirely local on your Mac with no cloud transfer
  • Read-only iPhone status free, remote control as paid feature
  • Works from the terminal with a single npm install
  • No password needed, uses browser-based code approval
  • Supports AI agents like Claude Code and Codex
  • Works without Node.js via shell installer
  • End-to-end encryption option for sensitive files
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)3 +2 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)190
Referring domains (Majestic)160

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