Comparison

EE vs GlanceVNC

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

Head to head
About

EE

Manage your mobile and broadband services, shop for new devices, and access exclusive rewards. Fine-tune your home network with WiFi controls and keep your family safe online with parental controls. Get digital assistance and manage your tech insurance easily.

Highlights
  • Manage EE account
  • Data Gifting
  • WiFi Controls (Work/Game Mode)
  • Parental Controls
  • Digital Assistant (Aimee)
  • Shop for devices and offers
  • EE Cover for tech insurance
  • Exclusive Rewards
Features
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THE EE APP Welcome to the EE app – it’s all the good stuff in one place. Get complete control and all the help you need to manage your EE account. What’s included? The EE app gives you everything you need to bring your home to life and enhance your experience with us. The handy navigation makes it a doddle to find what you're looking for, and the Manage hub is the perfect place to take control of all your EE products and services. The easy life is just a couple of taps away. Maximise your allowance Want to get the most from your allowance? No problem. Use Data Gifting to move data between your family’s EE plans quickly and conveniently. WiFi Controls If you’ve got a new EE Broadband package, you can fine-tune your connectivity with WiFi Controls—straight from the app. WiFi Enhancer lets you activate Work Mode and Game Mode, so you can be sure you’re maximising your connection’s potential. Parental Controls You can keep everyone safe online with Parental Controls, and easily set controls on what the kids have access to online. And, because every child is different, you can tailor access at device or profile level. Digital Assistance The EE app also helps you get access to assistance whenever and wherever you need it. Your digital assistant Aimee is always available and ready to help, and you can get important updates, like data usage alerts, straight to your phone. It’s got the everyday stuff covered, too. You can manage your Smart Benefits and check your bill or upgrade eligibility in just a few seconds. Shop And when the time comes for something new—whether that’s a new phone, tools to create the ultimate connected home, or a way to spend your down time—the EE app makes it easy. You’ll find the best deal for you, alongside personalised exclusive offers. EE Cover When it comes to protecting your shiny new purchases, EE Cover makes tech insurance simple and hassle‑free - straight from the EE app. Choose the level of cover that suits you best and get quick, easy protection for your tech. Need to make a claim? Just a few taps in the app and we’ll take care of the rest. Rewards The EE app gives us a way to say thank you for choosing EE. Head to the Rewards section to save on your mobile bill, enjoy discounts on your favourite brands, and access unforgettable experiences. If you bring your EE mobile and broadband together, you become and EE One customer. That gives you access to EE One Up — the new home of exclusive rewards designed to give you more value every week. Turn up your Fridays with exclusive rewards including tickets, tech and treats. From must‑have experiences and giveaways to perks that make your everyday better, there’s always something new landing each week. Open the EE app every Friday to see what’s waiting for you. Here’s more on what you can do; On EE Pay Monthly? • Check your data or share it with someone on your account • View your bills and see itemised usage • Stay on top of extra charges • View your allowances and add-ons • Explore the rewards section • Add extras, including data add-ons On new EE Broadband? • Fine-tune your connectivity with WiFi Controls • Get tips to optimise your connection • Use Parental Controls to keep your family safe • Pause any connected device's WiFi access On pay as you go? • Check your data and view your pack • Top up your balance • Track your Free Boosts If you do have any questions or need help, please go to: https://community.ee.co.uk/ Make your life easier and unlock the full potential of your EE account. Download the EE app now.

About

GlanceVNC

Features
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Connect to your computers from your iPhone or iPad with GlanceVNC, a remote desktop app for RDP, VNC and compatible Mac Screen Sharing servers. CONTROL YOUR WAY Tap directly in Touch mode or move the pointer in Trackpad mode. Pinch to zoom in either mode. Trackpad mode follows the pointer across the enlarged desktop; Touch mode lets you tap the area you zoomed into. Switch modes without losing your zoom, use two fingers to scroll, and hold to drag. Simple built-in help explains each gesture. YOUR COMPUTERS AT A GLANCE Save your connections for quick access, discover compatible VNC computers on your local network, and recognise recent sessions with desktop previews saved on your device. Personalise your home screen with a custom background. Review RDP server certificates in the app when approval is needed; a changed certificate requires a new review. MADE FOR IPHONE AND IPAD A compact iPhone layout and spacious iPad cards keep your connections easy to reach. Use the on-screen keyboard or a compatible external keyboard and pointing device. Choose 16-bit or 24-bit colour for your next VNC connection. Enjoy clear panels on iOS 18 and Liquid Glass on iOS 26 and later, with layouts that adapt to landscape and larger text. EXCHANGE CLIPBOARD TEXT Copy plain text from a compatible VNC, Mac Screen Sharing or RDP desktop to your device, or send device text to the remote clipboard. Open the expanded session toolbar to use Copy from remote or Paste to remote, then use the remote app’s Paste command to insert text. KEEP YOUR CONNECTIONS WITH YOU Saved connection details sync through iCloud. Saved passwords use Apple Keychain and can sync through iCloud Keychain when available. Desktop previews and custom backgrounds stay on your device. GlanceVNC requires a computer with a compatible RDP or VNC server, or Mac Screen Sharing enabled and a network connection that can reach it. Remote access outside your local network requires your own network setup. Requires iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 or later, including iOS and iPadOS 26.

Screenshots

EE4 screens
GlanceVNC2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EE at Free against GlanceVNC's $2.99. EE also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). GlanceVNC's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On 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

EE is free to download; GlanceVNC costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EE ships an update fortnightly, GlanceVNC every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EE versus GlanceVNC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEEGlanceVNC
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.5 (2.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews9.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size376 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEE LIMITEDChris Russell

Bugs and requests

EE

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues
  • Inability to top up or make payments
  • Inconsistent data usage tracking
  • Pairing problems with home devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow dark mode
  • Improve account management features
  • Integrate more functionality within the app
  • Provide better customer support options

GlanceVNC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

EE

No in-app purchases

None

GlanceVNC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EE free?
EE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GlanceVNC free?
GlanceVNC costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do EE or GlanceVNC have ads?
Neither EE nor GlanceVNC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EE or GlanceVNC?
EE ships an update fortnightly, and GlanceVNC every 3 days. Most recently, EE was updated on November 3, 2026 and GlanceVNC on November 2, 2026.

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