Comparison

TotalMix Remote for iPad vs Glide

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

Head to head
About

TotalMix Remote for iPad

Control your RME audio interface's mixer and effects remotely from your iPad. This app connects wirelessly via TCP/IP to TotalMix FX software running on your Windows or Mac computer, offering similar functionality to the desktop version.

Highlights
  • Remote mixer control
  • Effects software control
  • Wireless TCP/IP connection
  • iPad compatibility
  • Low resource usage
  • Similar to desktop version
Read full description

TotalMix Remote is a remote client for RME’s Windows/Mac software TotalMix FX 1.50 and up. It gives remote control over the audio interface’s mixer and effects software TotalMix FX that runs on the host computer. TotalMix Remote uses TCP/IP and therefore works on the iPad wirelessly in any network. *** This app works only with RME audio interfaces that are supported by TotalMix FX! *** TotalMix Remote runs on iPad2 or newer, and all iOS versions from 12.0 up, using only few resources. It does not process audio, but acts as remote control for a Windows/Mac computer which has an RME audio interface attached, and TotalMix FX v1.50 or up installed. The app is nearly identical to the desktop version of TotalMix FX, in features, operation, design and functionality. Some limitations apply. Please refer to the included help for details. The latest version of TotalMix FX is part of the audio interface's driver installation, available for download at http://www.rme-audio.de, section Download.

About

Glide

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Glide turns your iPhone or iPad into a tactile MIDI automation controller for your DAW. Map a parameter. Press record. Move. Instead of drawing every automation curve later, perform it while the music plays. THREE WAYS TO MOVE SPRING Push above or below centre, then let go. It returns smoothly on release. Great for expressive swells, pitch-style movement and momentary effects. FADER Ride a value with one finger and leave it exactly where you release it. Ideal for dynamics, modulation, volume, wet/dry levels and long automation passes. X · Y Shape two parameters together with one fluid gesture. Perform curves, circles and movements that are difficult to draw with a mouse. BUILT FOR REAL SESSIONS • 48 pages • Four independent assignments on every page: Spring, Fader, X and Y • Name pages and keep those names saved on your device • Double-tap Fader or X · Y to return to centre • Demo Mode lets you try every control before pairing PAIR ONCE Install the free Glide companion on Mac or Windows. Keep your iPhone or iPad and computer on the same trusted local network, then pair using a one-time QR code. Connect Glide to any compatible DAW that supports MIDI input, MIDI mapping or controller assignment. Map a parameter, press record and perform. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account. No ads. No analytics. No cloud processing. Glide communicates directly with your computer over your local network. REQUIRES • Free Glide desktop companion for Mac or Windows • Supported Mac or Windows PC • Compatible MIDI-mappable DAW • iPhone or iPad running iOS/iPadOS 17 or later • Both devices connected to the same local network Glide is a MIDI controller and does not generate audio.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Glide at every 5 days against TotalMix Remote for iPad's every 3 months. TotalMix Remote for iPad's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TotalMix Remote for iPad ships an update every 3 months, Glide every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TotalMix Remote for iPad versus Glide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTotalMix Remote for iPadGlide
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRME GmbHAakash Rajan

In-app purchases

None

TotalMix Remote for iPad

No in-app purchases

None

Glide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TotalMix Remote for iPad free?
TotalMix Remote for iPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Glide free?
Glide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TotalMix Remote for iPad or Glide have ads?
Neither TotalMix Remote for iPad nor Glide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TotalMix Remote for iPad or Glide?
TotalMix Remote for iPad ships an update every 3 months, and Glide every 5 days. Most recently, TotalMix Remote for iPad was updated on November 2, 2026 and Glide on October 31, 2026.

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