Comparison

ASUS GlideX vs OBS

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

OBS

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-quality webcam for OBS Studio. Connects instantly over your local network with no drivers or complex setup needed. Ideal for streamers, professionals, and presenters seeking stable video.

Highlights
  • Use iPhone/iPad as webcam for OBS
  • High quality, low latency video
  • Instant one-tap connection
  • Simple OBS integration
  • Works on macOS and Windows
  • No login or ads
Features
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Use your iPhone or iPad as a camera for OBS. Camera Studio is built for live streams, recordings, classes, and presentations when you want a stable camera source from the device you already have. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Start a live camera with one tap • Switch front and rear cameras • Adjust focus, exposure, zoom, and torch • Capture microphone audio and mute when needed • Use a grid overlay to frame your shot • Follow the built-in USB setup guide for macOS, Windows, and Linux An In-App Purchase is required before you can use the app. After purchase, connect a USB cable, tap Start Camera, and add your device in OBS as a Video Capture Device. No account and no extra computer driver required. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open Camera Studio, complete Get Started, and unlock the app with an In-App Purchase or Restore Purchases. 2. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer with a genuine Lightning or USB-C cable. 3. Tap Start Camera. Allow Camera and Microphone access when asked. 4. In OBS Studio, add a Video Capture Device source and select your device. Video and audio stay on your device and the computer you connect. This app does not upload your camera feed to a developer server. WHO IT IS FOR Creators, presenters, teachers, and anyone who uses OBS Studio to stream or record and wants a simple wired camera from iPhone or iPad. OBS Studio is independent software from the OBS Project. Camera Studio is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the OBS Project. IN-APP PURCHASES An In-App Purchase is required to use Camera Studio. The camera, USB source, and in-app controls are available only after you unlock Pro. Unlock options: • Auto-renewable weekly, monthly, or yearly subscription • One-time lifetime purchase Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings. Restore Purchases is available in the app. Refunds for App Store purchases are handled by Apple. PRIVACY POLICY https://sites.google.com/view/cam-obs-privacy TERMS OF USE https://sites.google.com/view/cam-obs-terms STANDARD EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download Camera Studio and use your iPhone or iPad as a wired camera for OBS.

Screenshots

ASUS GlideX4 screens
OBS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ASUS GlideX at 92% against OBS's 11%. ASUS GlideX also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). 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. ASUS GlideX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and OBS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASUS GlideX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASUS GlideX has 2.5K ratings behind it against 435, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of ASUS GlideX's written reviews are positive against 11% of OBS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ASUS GlideX ships an update every 2 months, OBS every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ASUS GlideX versus OBS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASUS GlideXOBS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.5K ratings) — better4.4 (435 ratings)
Positive reviews92.3% of reviews — better10.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2.5K — better435
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASUSTekDREAMEE STUDIO COMPANY LIMITED

Customer experience

ASUS GlideX

All ratings2,534 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews1,695 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.5%

OBS

All ratings435 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative14.0%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive10.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative89.3%

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

OBS

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
4 purchases

OBS

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly camera access$4.997 Days
  • Monthly camera access$9.991 Month
  • Yearly camera access$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime camera access$17.99

Questions

Is ASUS GlideX free?
ASUS GlideX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OBS free?
OBS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ASUS GlideX or OBS?
ASUS GlideX is rated higher. ASUS GlideX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while OBS averages 4.4 from 435 ratings.
Do ASUS GlideX or OBS have ads?
Neither ASUS GlideX nor OBS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ASUS GlideX or OBS?
ASUS GlideX ships an update every 2 months, and OBS every 7 months. Most recently, ASUS GlideX was updated on October 19, 2026 and OBS on October 19, 2026.

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