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Encore Display vs Pocka

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Encore Display compared with Pocka
DetailEncore Display logo Encore DisplayPocka logo Pocka
What it doesTurn your old iMac into a real display for your Mac with one cable Move files between devices from the command line
StageNot given Not given
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Pricing modelFree trial Freemium
PricingFree for 72 hours, then $49 USD once. One license covers one Mac and any number of iMacs. No subscription. 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
  • Up to 5K Retina resolution display
  • 60fps smooth video and window movement
  • Works with one cable connection
  • iMac speakers and microphone support
  • Brightness synchronization between Mac and iMac
  • Night Shift support on both screens
  • Automatic sleep and wake synchronization
  • Works with closed MacBook lid
  • Real display arrangement in System Settings
  • Plug and play setup
  • 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
  • No modifications needed - no screwdriver or driver boards required
  • Single cable connection unlike wireless alternatives
  • No account or tracking - privacy-focused
  • Works with any Intel iMac from Late 2012 onwards
  • One license covers one Mac and any number of iMacs
  • 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 −1 (down) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)00
Referring domains (Majestic)00

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