# File Glider vs RaspController

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RaspController at 79% against File Glider's 0%. RaspController also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). File Glider's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RaspController sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. File Glider asks for nothing beyond the download.

RaspController holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RaspController has 56 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of File Glider's written reviews are positive against 79% of RaspController's.

File Glider ships an update every 10 months, RaspController monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Glider | RaspController |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-glider/id1583976527/reviews) | **[4.6 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raspcontroller/id1584315865/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **56** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **79.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adafruit Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/492487674) | [Egal Net di Ettore Gallina](https://appshunter.io/developer/993232047) |

## What reviewers say

### File Glider

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-glider/id1583976527)

Wirelessly transfer files to and from compatible Bluetooth Low Energy or Wi-Fi devices. Browse, edit, and manage files directly within the app or integrate with the Files app for broader access. Supports multiple device management and sharing across applications.

**Highlights:** Wireless file transfer, BLE and Wi-Fi support, File browsing and editing, Files app integration, Multiple device management, Cross-app access sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### RaspController

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raspcontroller/id1584315865)

Control and manage your Raspberry Pi remotely. Access files, control GPIO ports, send terminal commands, view camera feeds, and monitor system resources. Includes sensor data and wiring diagrams for comprehensive device management.

**Highlights:** Remote GPIO control, File management and editing, SSH terminal access, System resource monitoring, Camera feed viewing, Sensor data integration, Raspberry Pi information and diagrams

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Version (3 months) | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| PRO Version (1 year) | $2.99 | per year |
| PRO Version (Lifetime) | $89.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Glider free?

File Glider is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is RaspController free?

RaspController is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, File Glider or RaspController?

RaspController is rated higher. File Glider averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while RaspController averages 4.6 from 56 ratings.

### Do File Glider or RaspController have ads?

RaspController shows ads; File Glider does not.

### Which is updated more often, File Glider or RaspController?

File Glider ships an update every 10 months, and RaspController monthly. Most recently, File Glider was updated on September 19, 2026 and RaspController on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*