ASUS GlideX vs ScreenExtend
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
ScreenExtend
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Turn your iPad or iPhone into a second HD screen for your Mac – no Wi-Fi, no lag, with an ultra-stable wired connection. ScreenExtend is the ideal alternative to other similar apps: simple, fast, and compatible with all iOS 16+ and macOS 14+ devices. Increase your productivity wherever you are by connecting your iPad or iPhone as a secondary display via the charging cable. With our app, you can use your iPhone or iPad as a second screen for your Mac. Perfect for designers, developers, students, and professionals looking for a smooth, responsive, and seamless screen extension. KEY FEATURES: • Stable wired connection: No Wi-Fi required. Just connect your device to your Mac and get started. • No lag: Smooth video, instant response. Also ideal for presentations or multitasking. • High definition: Sharp and responsive display, like a real external monitor. • Universal Compatibility: Works with all iPhones/iPads with iOS 16.0+ and Macs with macOS 14.0+. • One-Minute Setup: Download the free desktop app at screenextend.com and follow the instructions. Download ScreenExtend today and revolutionize the way you work! In-App Purchases ScreenExtend includes additional features available via in-app purchase. All payments are handled directly by the App Store. For support, visit: • https://www.creact.it/eula/ • https://www.creact.it/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ScreenExtend at weekly against ASUS GlideX's every 6 weeks. ASUS GlideX's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). 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
Both are free to download. ASUS GlideX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and ScreenExtend sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ASUS GlideX ships an update every 6 weeks, ScreenExtend weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ASUS GlideX | ScreenExtend |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (2.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 129 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASUSTek | Creact SRL |
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
ScreenExtend
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ASUS GlideX
- Plus$0.991 Month
- Pro$2.991 Month
- Ultra$5.991 Month
ScreenExtend
- ScreenExtend Monthly$2.991 Month
Questions
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