Comparison

Ctrl for iPad vs ASUS GlideX

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Ctrl for iPad

Create, edit, and run custom control interfaces for multiple devices and protocols from a single app. Mix and match MIDI, OSC, HTTP, TCP, and UDP to control hardware and software, with options for audio and video playback. Share workspaces across devices and customize your interface with custom palettes and images.

Highlights
  • All-in-one interface for building and running workspaces
  • Support for MIDI, OSC, HTTP, TCP, and UDP protocols
  • Mix and match protocols for advanced control
  • Audio and video playback capabilities
  • Easy workspace import/export and sharing
  • Customizable color palettes and interface design
  • Multiple control types including buttons, sliders, and crossfaders
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- All in One Build, Edit and Run. All from one interface With Ctrl there's no need to ever leave the app. Create workspaces quickly, make changes in realtime and be ready to run your workspace all with a tap of a few buttons. - Mix and Match Trigger multiple commands using multiple protocols Build advanced interfaces with the flexible rules and command system. Trigger remote devices using MIDI, OSC, HTTP, TCP and UDP or mix them to control multiple device types. Playback audio locally and video over HDMI and AirPlay. - Share Work between device multiple devices with ease Why limit yourself to one device? Easily import and export workspaces and share between devices with file sharing and AirDrop support. - Customise Make Ctrl your own with custom control palettes Design colour palettes for your workspaces that match specifications Use the in-app palette builder or access pre-built styles online Set custom images or logos to suit your interface Set custom background images to make a completely unique interface design Controls - Buttons that allow control with single or multiple touches - Sliders that allow control with a variable value output - Steppers that allow variable control with set intervals - Crossfaders that allow control with a variable value output - Rotaries that allow control of rotation or parametric values - Descriptors that allow for information to be added your workspace - Custom built modules that control third party hardware & software - And more Control Protocols - MIDI / Musical Instrument Digital Interface - OSC / Open Sound Control - HTTP / HTTP/1.1 Methods, Headers, Body - TCP / Transmission Control Protocol - UDP / User Datagram Protocol - Audio Playback - Video Playback - sACN / Lighting Control [BETA] API Methods - MIDI - OSC - HTTP This app is provided by default to download at no cost. This trial version is designed for users to test the basic functions of the application, production use is not supported. Outputting from Ctrl for iPad will be disabled after 5 minutes of use without a Lite, Core or Pro license. If you are looking at Ctrl for iPad for a project or installation and want to try the full features of the app, contact our team through our website.

About

ASUS GlideX

Enhance your productivity by mirroring your phone's screen to your PC, using your computer's keyboard and mouse. Extend your display with your phone as a secondary screen for easier multitasking. Seamlessly control multiple devices and transfer files with a single mouse and keyboard.

Highlights
  • Screen mirroring to PC
  • Use phone as secondary display
  • Unify control across devices
  • Fast file transfer
  • Use phone camera as webcam
  • Hands-free PC phone calls
  • Remote PC file access
Features
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It's so easy to improve your efficiency with this convenient tool. Enjoy the amazing experience on any screen, on any device, anywhere! [Screen Mirror] Mirror your phone’s screen on your PC so you can use your PC's keyboard and mouse to navigate and input text instead of relying your phone's small screen virtual keyboard. Not only will your productivity improve significantly, you will also have a richer and less constrained visual experience. [Screen Extend] Use your phone or tablet as a secondary display on-the-go for dual-display convenience. This feature expands your space and can be exceptionally useful when you need to cross-reference multiple documents or visuals. Multitasking has never been easier. [Unify Control] Unify Control lets you control different devices and transfer files from one PC with a single mouse and keyboard, across different OSes, so you don’t need to switch between devices. * Support Wi-Fi and/or USB to connect mobile devices to the PC. * GlideX mobile app must be used together with GlideX for Windows (Win 10/11) [File Transfer] Simply drag and drop to send files to other PCs or mobile devices in the blink of an eye. It is many times faster than the traditional Bluetooth file transfer, with a user-friendly drag and drop experience to ensure seamless transfer among devices. [Shared Cam] Turn your mobile device camera into a webcam. Simply select “GlideX – Shared Cam” as the video source in your PC video conference app, then you can easily enjoy seamless webcam sharing. [Hands-Free Phone Calls] Make and take phone calls, which can be routed through your PC’s speakers and microphone. You can also access your phone’s contacts on your PC, so you can search for contacts and call them directly. There's no need to dig out your phone from your bag or pocket! [Remote Access] Use your mobile device to remotely access files stored on your ASUS PC and use your PC as a personal cloud replacement, which can be accessed from your mobile device, anywhere and anytime. Remote Access, including Remote File Access and Remote Desktop, can be extra beneficial for commercial users who need access to office files when on business trips or working from home. * Remote Desktop is not supported on Windows 10 Home edition. [URL Share] Simply click the Share icon in your PC's browser, and then click GlideX. A link to the webpage currently displayed will be instantly sent to another PC or a connected mobile device — where it will open automatically for seamless on-the-go convenience. GlideX for Windows link: https://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9PLH2SV1DVK5 Learn more at ASUS Software Webpage: https://www.asus.com/content/GlideX/

Screenshots

ASUS GlideX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ASUS GlideX at 92% against Ctrl for iPad's 40%. ASUS GlideX also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Ctrl for iPad sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. ASUS GlideX asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASUS GlideX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASUS GlideX has 2.6K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Ctrl for iPad's written reviews are positive against 92% of ASUS GlideX's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Ctrl for iPad versus ASUS GlideX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCtrl for iPadASUS GlideX
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (7 ratings)4.8 (2.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews92.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings72.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB128 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperON LX LimitedASUSTek

Customer experience

Ctrl for iPad

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

ASUS GlideX

All ratings2,614 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews1,747 reviews
Positive92.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.4%

Bugs and requests

Ctrl for iPad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ASUS GlideX

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Disconnects during use
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices
  • Pairing screen freezes or fails to connect

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for iPad keyboard and trackpad
  • Improved compatibility with third-party apps and software
  • Automatic updates and syncing between desktop and mobile versions
  • Customizable mouse/cursor speed settings

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Ctrl for iPad

One-time6
  • Lite$14.99
  • Lite to Core Upgrade$37.99
  • Core to Pro Upgrade$44.99
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  • Core$59.99
  • Lite to Pro Upgrade$84.99
  • Pro$99.99
None

ASUS GlideX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ctrl for iPad free?
Ctrl for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ASUS GlideX free?
ASUS GlideX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ctrl for iPad or ASUS GlideX?
ASUS GlideX is rated higher. Ctrl for iPad averages 3.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while ASUS GlideX averages 4.8 from 2.6K ratings.
Do Ctrl for iPad or ASUS GlideX have ads?
Neither Ctrl for iPad nor ASUS GlideX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ctrl for iPad or ASUS GlideX?
Ctrl for iPad ships an update every 2 months, and ASUS GlideX every 2 months. Most recently, Ctrl for iPad was updated on November 6, 2026 and ASUS GlideX on November 9, 2026.

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