Is Idle Pilot better than a mouse jiggler?

Yes — in almost every way.
Mouse jigglers only keep your computer awake. Idle Pilot keeps your Slack status active, even if your computer is completely off.

Here’s how they compare:

1. Mouse jigglers require your laptop to stay on

Mouse jigglers (physical or software) only work if your machine is awake and running.
Idle Pilot works in the cloud, so you can close your laptop or turn it off entirely.

2. Mouse jigglers aren’t schedule-based

They run constantly unless you stop them.
Idle Pilot lets you set a working-hours schedule, so your status stays active only when you want it to.

4. Privacy built in

Jigglers often require system access or browser permissions.
Idle Pilot just pings Slack: no monitoring, no desktop access.

5. Designed for Slack presence specifically

Jigglers trick your computer.
Idle Pilot speaks directly to Slack, and that's it.