Comparison

ConsoleLens vs PlayGlade

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

Head to head
About

ConsoleLens

Features
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ConsoleLens uses augmented reality to place life-sized 3D models of game consoles in your space. Check if PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and retro systems fit your desk or shelf before you buy. Key Features: • AR visualization at true 1:1 scale • Modern consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch) free; retro models via in-app purchase • Compare multiple consoles side-by-side • Measurement tools and photo sharing • Premium mode: save setups, remove watermarks Perfect for gamers planning setups, collectors, gift buyers, and content creators. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sebastiankotarski.com/consolelens/privacy.html

About

PlayGlade

Stream a vast library of PC and console games directly to your mobile device without downloads or hardware. Enjoy instant play, cloud saves, and support for touch or controllers with a single subscription.

Highlights
  • Instant game streaming
  • No downloads or installs
  • Extensive game library
  • Cloud save synchronization
  • Touch and controller support
  • Weekly and monthly subscriptions
Features
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Thousands of hours of gameplay. Zero downloads. PlayGlade streams a full library of PC and console games straight to your phone and tablet. No console to buy, no gaming rig, no waiting for a 100 GB install to finish. Pick a title, press play, and you are in. TAP AND PLAY IN SECONDS Everything runs on our servers and streams to your screen, so even the most demanding games start instantly and take up no space on your device. HUNDREDS OF GAMES, ONE SUBSCRIPTION Browse a deep library spanning action, racing, strategy, role-playing, adventure and more — from big-name blockbusters to indie favorites. New titles are added every week, and they are all included. BUILT FOR TOUCH AND FOR CONTROLLERS Play with on-screen controls tuned for each title. Most Bluetooth game controllers are also supported. YOUR PROGRESS FOLLOWS YOU Saves live in the cloud. Start on your smartphone during a commute, pick up on your tablet at home, exactly where you stopped. SIGN IN WITHOUT THE HEADACHE Enter your email and we send you a code. No password to invent, no password to forget, no long registration form. WHAT YOU NEED A stable connection of 15 Mbps or faster — Wi-Fi or 5G recommended — and iOS 17 or later. Terms of Use: https://playglade.games/terms Privacy Policy: https://playglade.games/privacy

Screenshots

ConsoleLens4 screens
PlayGlade4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ConsoleLens at daily against PlayGlade's every 6 weeks. PlayGlade's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). 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. ConsoleLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PlayGlade sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ConsoleLens ships an update daily, PlayGlade every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
ConsoleLens versus PlayGlade: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConsoleLensPlayGlade
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.516.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB57 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSebastian KotarskiMykhailo Serhiienko

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ConsoleLens

Subscriptions1
  • ConsoleLens Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • All Consoles$2.99
2 purchases

PlayGlade

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$8.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$29.991 Month

Questions

Is ConsoleLens free?
ConsoleLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlayGlade free?
PlayGlade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ConsoleLens or PlayGlade have ads?
Neither ConsoleLens nor PlayGlade shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ConsoleLens or PlayGlade?
ConsoleLens ships an update daily, and PlayGlade every 6 weeks. Most recently, ConsoleLens was updated on October 6, 2026 and PlayGlade on October 19, 2026.

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