Comparison

Varys for Plex vs GLKVM

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

Head to head
About

Varys for Plex

Monitor your Plex Media Server's activity and health. View current streams, running conversions, and detailed media information. Manage users, libraries, and server updates with advanced features available in the Pro version.

Highlights
  • Monitor current streams and conversions
  • View detailed media information
  • Manage users and libraries
  • Server update monitoring
  • Real-time server resource monitoring (Pro)
  • Cross-linking to IMDb, TMDb, TVDb
  • Apple Watch app
Features
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Plex Dash? Compare both apps on features.varys-app.com! Varys for Plex connects to your existing Plex Media Server and gives you easy access to several data. This app requires your own Plex Media Server with remote access recommended for use away from home. Please note that most of the features require an active Plex Pass subscription. This app works with servers you are logged in as admin only. Latest version of Plex Media Server is recommended. Free trial of Varys Pro is available! FEATURES - Universal app for iPhone and iPad - App for Apple Watch - Easy app linking with Plex Media Server (incl. two-factor auth support) - List of current streams incl. details like user, player, quality, eta - List of running conversions incl. details like transcoding speed and remaining time - Option to terminate streams with optional message - All details to streamed media e.g. summary, file size, bitrate, resolution, audio/video/subtitle tracks, duration, release date, rating, related media and more - Watch history for media items - Cross linking between related media, track/album/artist, episode/season/tv show - Cross linking to the official Plex app (if installed) - Cross linking to IMDb, TMDb and TVDb - Fast server switching (if you own multiple Plex Media Servers) - Plex Media Server console - Dark Mode / Light Mode - Compact mode - Face ID/Touch ID support ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF PRO VERSION - Realtime server CPU / RAM / bandwidth monitoring - Complete user management incl. sending/accepting invites and granting/revoking access to libraries, allow/deny sync, and live tv - Plex Media Server update monitoring incl. release notes - Playback history (optionally choose Tautulli as source) - Playback history details (requires separate Tautulli server) - Recently added media - User list incl. playback statistics and filter option - Top played movie/tv show/artist - Statistics graphically represented as charts - List and details of all libraries incl. search and filters with access to all media details without having those streamed - Library size and total duration info - Library statistics - Manual update of libraries - List and manage collections - Change covers and artwork on the go - Authorized devices management - Plex Dance™ - Live TV & DVR guide refresh - Number of current streams as app icon badge - Siri Shortcuts - Huge number of Widgets - Lockscreen Widgets - Dynamic tabs - Multiuser support - Overview over all your servers Varys for Plex is not affiliated with Plex Inc.

About

GLKVM

This application allows secure remote access and control of GL.iNet KVM devices from your mobile device. It offers intuitive touch gestures, support for external keyboards and mice, and robust security features for efficient remote operations.

Highlights
  • Remote KVM device access
  • Intuitive touch gesture control
  • External keyboard and mouse support
  • Account-based access control
  • Encrypted communication
  • Seamless system management
Features
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GLKVM is developed by GL.iNet for connecting to and managing its KVM devices.With GLKVM, you can securely access and control remote device from your phone or tablet, providing a convenient and efficient remote operation experience. Key Features: ● Remote Access – Easily access and control remote KVM devices through intuitive touch gestures for a smooth and natural interaction. ● Externa keyboard&mouse – Supports connecting external keyboards and mice to your phone or tablet, making remote control as natural as using a computer. ● Security – Account-based access control and encrypted communication ensure data and operational security. We are continuously improving the GLKVM experience and plan to expand support for remote work and maintenance scenarios in future updates.GLKVM empowers you to manage and control GL.iNet KVM hardware anytime, anywhere, enabling secure and seamless remote access and system management.

Screenshots

Varys for Plex4 screens
GLKVM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Varys for Plex at 89% against GLKVM's 36%. Varys for Plex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 11). GLKVM's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (14 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Varys for Plex sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. GLKVM asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Varys for Plex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Varys for Plex has 1.5K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Varys for Plex's written reviews are positive against 36% of GLKVM's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Varys for Plex ships an update every 3 weeks, GLKVM monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Varys for Plex versus GLKVM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVarys for PlexGLKVM
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.5K ratings) — better3.3 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews — better36.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K — better11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.014 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTobias FonfaraGL Technologies (HK) Limited

Customer experience

Varys for Plex

All ratings1,476 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral0.9%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews257 reviews
Positive89.5%
Neutral4.7%
Negative5.8%

GLKVM

All ratings10 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative30.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral18.2%
Negative45.5%

Bugs and requests

Varys for Plex

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Restore purchase window keeps appearing
  • Connectivity issues when not on local network
  • Incorrect audio channel detection

Requested features

6 requests
  • GPU usage monitoring
  • DVR recording status
  • Ability to manage users and devices
  • Ability to edit metadata
  • Ability to rate watched content
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  • Support for multiple servers

GLKVM

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Varys for Plex

One-time4
  • Coffee Tall$0.99
  • Coffee Grande$2.99
  • Varys Pro$3.99
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  • Coffee Venti$4.99
None

GLKVM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Varys for Plex free?
Varys for Plex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GLKVM free?
GLKVM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Varys for Plex or GLKVM?
Varys for Plex is rated higher. Varys for Plex averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while GLKVM averages 3.3 from 11 ratings.
Do Varys for Plex or GLKVM have ads?
Neither Varys for Plex nor GLKVM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Varys for Plex or GLKVM?
Varys for Plex ships an update every 3 weeks, and GLKVM monthly. Most recently, Varys for Plex was updated on October 24, 2026 and GLKVM on October 25, 2026.

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