# Windows App Mobile vs GlobalProtect™

The clearest difference is update cadence: Windows App Mobile at every 3 weeks against GlobalProtect™'s every 3 months. Windows App Mobile also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 17%) and chart position (#199 vs unranked). GlobalProtect™'s advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

GlobalProtect™ holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.8K and 2.7K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of Windows App Mobile's written reviews are positive against 17% of GlobalProtect™'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Windows App Mobile ships an update every 3 weeks, GlobalProtect™ every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Windows App Mobile | GlobalProtect™ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windows-app-mobile/id714464092/reviews) | **[4.4 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalprotect/id1400555706/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.8K** | 2.7K |
| Positive reviews | **34.7% of reviews** | 16.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#199** | — |
| Size | 199 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) | [Palo Alto Networks](https://appshunter.io/developer/324026423) |

## What reviewers say

### Windows App Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windows-app-mobile/id714464092)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Free · Business (US App Store)

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

**Highlights:** Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktops, Access managed resources, Remote Desktop Gateway support, Connection management and favorites, Audio and video streaming, Device redirection (folders, clipboard, microphone, camera), External monitor support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless remote desktop experience
- 👍 Smooth mouse and keyboard support
- 🚀 Reliable connections
- 👍 Great integration with Windows
- 🚀 Responsive and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Keyboard issues (no virtual keyboard, input problems)
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Resolution and scaling problems
- 🐛 Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
- 🐛 Buggy after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
- Resolution and scaling problems
- Incompatibility with newer iOS devices

**Requested features**

- Full screen support for external monitors
- Ability to save/sync connection profiles
- Support for multiple monitors and remote apps
- Improved keyboard functionality (F-keys, shortcuts)
- Better mouse/trackpad support (right-click, scrolling)


### GlobalProtect™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalprotect/id1400555706)

This app provides secure network connectivity for mobile users by connecting to an enterprise gateway. It automatically adapts to your location to ensure optimal performance and allows for secure work outside the office. Administrators can configure various VPN modes for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** Automatic VPN connection, Support for BYOD, Automatic best gateway discovery, Manual gateway selection, IPSec or SSL connection, MDM integration, Two-factor authentication support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works well when set up
- 🔒 Secure VPN connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🔍 Lack of troubleshooting options
- 🤯 Frustrating user experience
- 🔑 Difficult to change login credentials
- 🔌 Disconnects internet when turned off

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iOS 15 and newer
- "Missing required input parameters" error
- Fails to connect with certain authentication methods
- Stuck in "connecting" state, requires reinstall

**Requested features**

- Multiple portal support
- Ability to save server addresses
- Support for hardware security keys
- Landscape mode for tablets
- Improved compatibility with newer OS versions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Windows App Mobile free?

Windows App Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GlobalProtect™ free?

GlobalProtect™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Windows App Mobile or GlobalProtect™?

GlobalProtect™ is rated higher. Windows App Mobile averages 4.2 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while GlobalProtect™ averages 4.4 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do Windows App Mobile or GlobalProtect™ have ads?

Neither Windows App Mobile nor GlobalProtect™ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Windows App Mobile or GlobalProtect™?

Windows App Mobile ships an update every 3 weeks, and GlobalProtect™ every 3 months. Most recently, Windows App Mobile was updated on September 25, 2026 and GlobalProtect™ on September 22, 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.*