Comparison

ASUS GlideX vs GIM Essentials

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

Head to head
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/

About

GIM Essentials

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GIM Essentials is built for easy and accurate geological data management. Simply login using your GIM Essentials credentials and synchronise your data capture forms to start collecting data. Rapidly log and capture sample data for a range of drilling methods including diamond core, RC, AC and RAB, in an easy-to-use interface. Validation rules are applied at the point of capture so no matter what environment you’re working in, you can manage data correctly from the get-go. Data captured offline and in the field can then synchronise back to your GIM Essentials database with the tap of a finger, so your entire crew can work from one source of truth. The GIM Essentials app can be used on smart phones or tablets, giving you the freedom to choose your preferred device when working in offline or remote environments. Get the groundwork right on your geological data with the GIM Essentials app. Please note: This app requires active GIM Essentials licensing to operate.

Screenshots

ASUS GlideX4 screens
GIM Essentials3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GIM Essentials at none against ASUS GlideX's 3. GIM Essentials also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). 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. ASUS GlideX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. GIM Essentials asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ASUS GlideX versus GIM Essentials: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASUS GlideXGIM Essentials
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASUSTekACQUIRE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS PTY LTD

Bugs and 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

GIM Essentials

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ASUS GlideX

Subscriptions3
  • Plus$0.991 Month
  • Pro$2.991 Month
  • Ultra$5.991 Month
None

GIM Essentials

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ASUS GlideX free?
ASUS GlideX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GIM Essentials free?
GIM Essentials is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ASUS GlideX or GIM Essentials have ads?
Neither ASUS GlideX nor GIM Essentials shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ASUS GlideX or GIM Essentials?
ASUS GlideX ships an update every 2 months, and GIM Essentials every 2 months. Most recently, ASUS GlideX was updated on October 22, 2026 and GIM Essentials on October 19, 2026.

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