# LightSpace Connect vs glinet

The clearest difference is rating: LightSpace Connect at 5.0 against glinet's 3.5. LightSpace Connect also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). glinet's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (23 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LightSpace Connect sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. glinet asks for nothing beyond the download.

LightSpace Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: glinet has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

LightSpace Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, glinet every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LightSpace Connect | glinet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightspace-connect/id1187669191/reviews)** | [3.5 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glinet/id1523245996/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **23** |
| Positive reviews | — | 28.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 28 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stefano Acerbetti](https://appshunter.io/developer/1053239548) | [GL Technologies (HK) Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490828301) |

## What reviewers say

### LightSpace Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightspace-connect/id1187669191)

This utility generates test patterns for display calibration and color management. It allows users to measure and profile various screens, including mobile devices and connected TVs, ensuring professional-level color accuracy for both home and industry use.

**Highlights:** Test patch generation, Display measurement and profiling, Color management, Supports mobile screens, tablets, and TVs, Screen mirroring for comparison, Compatible with major calibration software

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Calibration Gallery | $0.99 | one-time |
| Calibration Video | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Patches | $14.99 | one-time |


### glinet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glinet/id1523245996)

Manage your GL.iNet router remotely, from basic setup and security to advanced mesh networking and VPN configuration. Monitor your network's performance in real-time and control router functions like WiFi, firmware updates, and LED lights.

**Highlights:** Basic router setup and password changes, Mesh network creation and management, OpenVPN and WireGuard VPN configuration, Real-time router performance monitoring, WiFi control, firmware updates, LED management

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Remote router management
- 👍 Dark mode available
- 👍 Controls multiple routers
- 👍 Works well for basic setup
- 👍 Easy initial setup

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent 429 errors
- 🐛 Buggy GUI
- 🐛 Confusing settings
- 🐛 Cannot sign back in
- 🐛 App behaves like first-time setup after sign-out

**Reported bugs**

- 429 errors during VPN setup
- GUI is buggy
- Cannot sign back in after sign out
- App behaves as if setting up for the first time after sign out
- No instructions provided

**Requested features**

- Add USB print server function
- More versatile functionalities (repeater, astrowarp)
- Automate captive portal workflow for travel
- Import MAC address for captive portals
- Include all web admin console features in the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LightSpace Connect free?

LightSpace Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is glinet free?

glinet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LightSpace Connect or glinet?

LightSpace Connect is rated higher. LightSpace Connect averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while glinet averages 3.5 from 23 ratings.

### Do LightSpace Connect or glinet have ads?

Neither LightSpace Connect nor glinet shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LightSpace Connect or glinet?

LightSpace Connect ships an update every 3 weeks, and glinet every 5 weeks. Most recently, LightSpace Connect was updated on October 7, 2026 and glinet on October 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*