Razer Kishi vs Glap Controller for Android Xbox Gamepad Tester Review

So you're looking for a new controller/gamepad and can't decide whether to go for the Razer Kishi vs Glap Play? Well this video is for you as I compare each controller and put it through its paces in the Gamepad Tester app. The Gamepad Tester app allows you to test how precise each controller's analogue sticks are. If you want to see my original unboxing and review of each controller then the links are below.
Both controllers can be brought on Amazon with the following affiliate links:
Amazon UK
Kishi: amzn.to/2DGiIKB
Glap: amzn.to/2Dy4EDd
Amazon US
Kishi: amzn.to/2DHJcLM
Glap: amzn.to/3gGRlie
Check out my review of the Moga PowerA XP5-A / XP5-X controller: • Moga PowerA XP5-A / XP...
Pros and Cons of each controller:
Kishi Pros:
Powered by your phone - no need to charge
Can charge your phone whilst playing
Sound vents allow the sound from your phone to be channelled towards you
Very nice analogue sticks - on-par with an official Xbox One controller
Better placement of the trigger/bumper buttons
No input lag as it uses a direct USB C connection
Kishi Cons:
Can't be used as a USB controller
Your phone must have a USB C connector which must be central
Must take your phone's case off before using
Glap Pros:
Can charge the controller whilst playing
Can be used as a USB controller
Better d-pad than the Kishi
Better face buttons (A,B,X,Y) than the Kishi
Nicer trigger buttons
Fits almost every phone
Glap Cons:
You have to charge the controller as it's Bluetooth
Can't charge your phone whilst playing
Analogue sticks slightly 'looser' feeling than the Kishi
Original Razer Kishi Unboxing and Review
• Razer Kishi Review Unb...
Original Glap Play Unboxing and Review
• The Samsung PlayGalaxy...
Watch the Xbox Game Pass (XCloud) Full Review here:
• Razer Kishi Xbox Game ...
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00:00 Intro
00:36 Pros and Cons of each controller
02:36 Button layout of each controller
04:44 Speaker output comparison
05:55 Analogue stick comparison
06:32 D-pad comparison
06:54 Face button comparison
07:17 Triggers and bumper button comparison
08:59 Mechanism comparison - putting your phone in
09:59 Gamepad Tester analogue stick deadzone/accuracy test
16:35 Roundup/review
16:57 Which would I recommend?
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[@MartellThaCool]

Android for life. Ios is booboo. I like those controllers

[@AndroidAddicts]

They're both great controllers, probably the best available on the market right now. I do have a new Moga one coming tomorrow which I will compare them with too 👍

[@MartellThaCool]

@@cheesecakebeast5052 you're making the right decision and welcome to the Samsung Galaxy family. I'm only rocking with my Samsung Galaxy S10E at the moment

[@TheMrGmk]

This is one of the most insightful and detailed comparison on these devices I've ever seen, I appreciated thast you went down into singular aspects of the controllers and even mentioned input lag (a lot of people don't talk about input lag at all, ubelievable considering how crucial it is), even talking about dpads. Ah the dpad, no love for us retrogamers xD Good work, it was really useful. You earned a subscriber :)

[@AndroidAddicts]

Shout-out to a fellow retro gamer! Glad you found it useful and thanks for subbing! 💚

[@kenzyvaz7201]

This is absolutely detailed and everything i love it

[@AndroidAddicts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MiniBProduktions]

Thanks for the video dude! This ist by far the most helpfull and detailed mobile controller Reviews I have seen so far :) keep it up

[@AndroidAddicts]

Thanks very much! Glad it was helpful 😊👍

I absolutely agree! Brilliant video

[@TheAlex726a]

Please do a review on the Gamesir x2!

[@NullnVoid.]

My kishi and s20 ultra combo is my favorite thing I've gotten so far this year 🙌🏽

[@ninetendopesaitama2107]

Kishi and Pixel 6a. Perfect combo for emulation, xcloud and Smartphone games. ☮️

[@busterhoodstar4447]

Awesome comparison. I see this video was posted about 3 months ago. The price then for the Glap Play controller was about $79. The Razer Kishi was and still is $79. Today, the Glap Play controller is now almost double the price at $139.

[@AndroidAddicts]

Thank you. And wow! - That's gone up a lot! 😱

[@joselitocontreras8378]

Hi bro. I ask if the Glap play get a software update.

[@ninetendopesaitama2107]

Bought a kishi and using my pixel 6a for emulation. Couldn't be happier about my gaming machine. Xcloud and Smartphone games besides retroarch are on the same handheld. And Im more a fpga fan. ☮️

[@AndroidAddicts]

Are you using your 6A as a dedicated handheld console? I've often thought about getting a 'cheap' phone to use as a 'Nintendo Switch' style device

[@ninetendopesaitama2107]

@@AndroidAddicts my 6a is my dedicated Media device. I wouldn't call it cheap for 325 €. ;) But it's worth the money. Also making excellent pictures. Using 2 smartphones for a while. ☮️

[@Jaeus360]

So the Kishi button layout is pretty much like the Nintendo Switch, for those people who are used to the layout on the Switch instead. Might as well think of it like phone-connectable joycons

[@MRFARHENHEIT29MJF]

Excuse me, for several months, I suppose you have used them, how does the samsung glap controller perform with its joystick? Have they felt worn? Sorry if something is mentioned wrong, I have basic English, greetings from Mexico: 'D

[@AndroidAddicts]

Greetings! I've had the Glap for over a year now and it's still working great! 👍

[@MRFARHENHEIT29MJF]

@@AndroidAddicts You do not feel latency? How much is the minimum thickness of the cell phone to fit the control?

[@RADERFPV]

I've never used a mobile controller before, other than pairing with my xbox controller once in a while. I picked up the glap for $60 open-boxed, since they don't seem to make it anymore. I really wanted something new, like the gamesir x2 or shaks s5b, but darn they look so cheaply made. I know the s5b has vibration motors, so maybe I'll pick that up to. Unfortunately, the Kishi isn't compatible with my Fold 3 without making some serious mods and/or some 3d printing for a proper mount. They all look a little cheap tbh, why can't we get something higher quality, like what we get with console controllers?

[@NoelMedina-mm8ys]

Moves my screen protector down anyone have a fix for that ??

[@MrDtoU1]

you noted that "No input lag on the Kishi" as it uses a direct USB C connection, what about the Glap? You said Kishi has a Con "Your phone must have a USB C connector which must be central" Do you know of any Android phone in the last 3-4 years capable of XCloud or Stadia that is not USB-C and the connector is on the side. please share a list.

[@AndroidAddicts]

I don't have a list sadly but I did put up a new video yesterday comparing input lag between the Kishi and Glap: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqirgaWBf9ana9E

[@melvinvaillant-perez9031]

I had the glap and returned it due to the analogs drifting really bad in less than a month with only around 2 uses,i didint like it much mainly because of the trigger positioning,does the kishi have L3/R3?

[@AndroidAddicts]

Sorry to hear you had issues with your Glap, mine is still working OK thankfully. The Kishi only has to top two bumper buttons and 2 triggers at the top/back

[@thatguyoncheese]

You asked if the kishi has L3 and R3? I have the xbox version and yes both the left and right thumbsticks click in

[@melvinvaillant-perez9031]

@@thatguyoncheese awsome thanks for the reply

[@AndroidAddicts]

Indeed the version I had also has clickable thumsticks. When you said L3/R3 I thought you were talking about shoulder buttons like on the PlayStation controller 😅 apologies!

[@dashcamcreate1587]

I was interested in the Kishi however, my Galaxy S10e is smaller than the minimum height it will fit. So, I'll look into the Glap.

[@totalanonymous8180]

easy just put your phone in the kishi along with a case. another commenter had the same phone and said it fit snug with a case.

[@dashcamcreate1587]

@@totalanonymous8180 My S10e actually fit the Kishi after all. Even without a case. Thanks!

[@totalanonymous8180]

@@dashcamcreate1587 that's awesome bro! Loving the razer kishi gives such an advantage on COD mobile

[@PaulDonohue1983]

Thank you for the video, looking for one for for Stadia and Geforce Now

[@AndroidAddicts]

No problem! Which did you prefer out of the Kishi and Glap?

[@PaulDonohue1983]

Android Addicts swaying to the Glap, I prefer the button and stick alignments

[@kanyackenobi7923]

How are the analog controls work on android as compared to a ps4 controller?

[@AndroidAddicts]

I've not got a PS4 controller to compare it with I'm afraid

[@dontecoleman6527]

Step by step how do you find games that actually work with buttons on Kishi

[@AndroidAddicts]

Just use the Kishi app and that will list all the games that are compatible

[@AndroidAddicts]

Which controller do you think is best ouf of the Kishi and the Glap?

[@Balaban78]

Kishi only because the charging pass through.

[@avx10tech53]

I think it's the Kishi

[@MrDtoU1]

Kishi because of no input Lag and pass through

[@nathanbreakin9684]

Glap because it's more comfortable and has better D-Pad, buttons and triggers!

[@avx10tech53]

@@nathanbreakin9684 you're tripping about the triggers they're too far apart from each other besides that it's really good.

[@elp3035]

Have the kishi. Notice my right hand gets crammed after a while. Going to try out the Glap. The bigger size might make the difference

[@AndroidAddicts]

Yep the glap should feel better for you then. It reminds be a bit of the OG Xbox "Juke" controller 👍

[@atereolusola2497]

Which is better in terms of lag input?

[@AndroidAddicts]

Kishi is better as it's a direct usb c conenction

[@atereolusola2497]

@@AndroidAddicts thanks

[@BRUMAICANGYAL87]

Hiya John Long time no speak hows your saturday day treating you x

[@AndroidAddicts]

Very hot but all good thanks!

[@inferno_sample]

I would like the video to have the time list like the Razer Kishi video. And well, if you want you can just summarize how accurate the Controllers are, although I appreciate it (And especially with that High-End Controllers). Interesting comparison and excellent video.

[@AndroidAddicts]

Thanks very much! I've added the time codes to the video now. My recommendation is at 16:57 - basically if your phone supports the Kishi then that's the one to go for (in my opinion of course 😄👍) thanks for watching

[@carlosandres7368]

Would the kishi fit the a71 5g phone?

[@AndroidAddicts]

Yes it'll fit in fine! 👍

[@padraigwastaken]

does the glap work wirelessly with a PC?

[@AndroidAddicts]

I've just tested on Windows 11 and yes - it does! 😊👍

[@diegopuentes4721]

Es compatible con iOS ?

[@ryantrego8936]

On my old phone I could download sims mobile but on my new phone I cant do you know why?

[@AndroidAddicts]

I'm not sure really. If you can't find it in the Play Store then you could watch my other video here which has a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWjQmaewgJyXr7s

[@Ston3at]

You dont need to remove the case for the Kishi. SImply remove the rubber inlays and you can use the Kishi with your case.

[@MyKillyy]

How easy is that? i don't want to remove my case everstime I want to put it on the Kishi.

[@meric12131415]

@@MyKillyy oh it's really easy Razer has instructions on how to do it

[@ninetendopesaitama2107]

Doing the same. Pixel 6a with case. ☮️

[@missvidlova]

Will the Glap work with the xbox app

[@AndroidAddicts]

Yes it will

[@AllKinaTing]

which one works better with XCloud?

[@AndroidAddicts]

They both work fine with Xcloud - it just depends on your personal preference which one you pick up

[@AllKinaTing]

@@AndroidAddicts thanks 👊

[@superryo008]

Does the glap have a way to access the xbox home screen?

[@raysonkok6351]

2:56 the guy use to playing the wii u 🙂

[@idkurav2689]

nice vid

[@AndroidAddicts]

Thanks!

[@raphaellohr]

Compatible with android 10?

[@AndroidAddicts]

Yes both of them are

[@ibem20]

Great review and comparative. Gran reseña y comparativa. Keep going dude! I want a Kishi... But I remember I'm poor...

[@AndroidAddicts]

Thank you. I hope you can save up and buy one sometime Gracias. Espero que pueda ahorrar y comprar uno en algún momento

[@ibem20]

@@AndroidAddicts one cuestion? Wath do you think is better, razer Kishi or junglecat? This last is more expensive, but compatible with Windows an other devices

[@MrDtoU1]

Both are same prices at Amazon right now Kishi for android xbox $99, Glap $99, Kishi for Android $79

[@AndroidAddicts]

I've only tested the Kishi so can't really compare to the Junglecat sadly

[@MrJosec2011]

which has lower latency?

[@AndroidAddicts]

The Kishi becuase of its direct USB C connection

[@mareodatrini2161]

All I want to know is can I use Xbox game pass on the glap

[@mareodatrini2161]

I wish you played A game to show us it works with gamepass 😔

[@AndroidAddicts]

Hi there, yes you can indeed. But sadly the Glap isn't being made anymore

[@AndroidAddicts]

And if you want to see it working on Gamepass I did a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqirgaWBf9ana9E

[@Cre8Peace]

@@AndroidAddictsbought one on eBay for $40. Best decision I’ve made in awhile! Gave away my Backbone and Gamesir X2 Pro 🙂

[@northgork]

I chose the glap because you can run it off a PC and see the screen on the pc. I am waiting for it to arrive so I have yet to test it. Would be good to see a demo of the glap running a PC screen via the phone.

[@IronicSonic83]

I have a lot of controllers included Kishi. Can't use any of them because the Android 11 bug :(

[@mattarson9]

In confused your other video showed the s20 ultra could fit but then you used the s20 ultra in this video and made it seem it won't fit here.

[@AndroidAddicts]

It does fit, I was just showing it wouldn't fit with a case on 👌

[@mattarson9]

@@AndroidAddicts ah ok thank you. But do you think the kishi will break over time since you're squeezing the s20 ultra in there like this? Also is it truly wobbly and scratch the back side?

[@AndroidAddicts]

It's not noticeably wobbly whilst playing with the S20 Ultra. With my S8 it is noticeable. I would say yes, if you pressed on the back where the clasp-thing is with the plastic it could potentially scratch your phone. Luckily your hands never touch it whilst playing but it's certainly a possibility.

[@Stremon82]

No, the Razer Kishi sticks aren't on par with xbox one sticks, not even close. You can see the huge deeadzone that make the stick snap on vertical and horizontal axis. The xbox one stick doesn't have deadzones. Try to paint between quadrants instead of painting outside of the dead zones, which any stick even the cheapest one can do.

[@elusivelectron]

Use the glap if you want to play long game sessions. The kishi is far more uncomfortable.

[@AndroidAddicts]

Thanks for the feedback! Sadly the Glap is hard to get hard of now as they stopped producing it!

[@patrat1990]

Kishi is pretty awesome I didn't know they had the glap

[@AndroidAddicts]

Yeah the Glap was released in 2019. It's still a great controller if you can't get on with the Kishi or your phone isn't compatible 👍

[@patrat1990]

@@AndroidAddictsreally I never heard of it that odd for me I pretty much buy everything xbox

[@cristhianortiz]

The Glap feel SOO much better than the kishi. IMO the Glap is the way to go. Kishi is smaller to carry around, but in a backpack, the difference is 🤷‍♂️ And same price? as of January 2021, the kishi is roughly $80 or $99 The Glap is more at around $130 on Amazon So around a $50 price difference.

[@AndroidAddicts]

Wow that's quite a big difference. Here the Kishi is currently more expensive than the Glap but prices do change over time 😁

[@1Goldigger1]

Anyone used the kishi with a redmi note 9 pro? 166mm in height according to Google..

[@AndroidAddicts]

It's 0.8mm wider than my S20 Ultra but you should just about be able to squeeze it in. If you haven't already, check out the Kishi comparison to the Gamesir X2 which has no issues with phone's width... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWeaZ35jiquha7c

[@1Goldigger1]

@@AndroidAddicts Thanks for your reply. Take another 0.2mm off as I rounded it up, official height is 165.8mm🤣. Did you take the rubber inserts out to get your S20 ultra in?

[@AndroidAddicts]

Well the S20 Ultra is 166.9mm so anything smaller will definitely be fine. I don't take out the rubber inserts either (I tried it to see what it was like but it didn't feel as solid in the hand)

[@NICKin3D]

Pity the kishi doesn't fit Samsung s21 Ultra well

[@Fuyu_Arashi99]

It also doesnt properly fit the LG Wing. Thankfully this controller (the GLAP) looks like it fits just fine. I also hope the Backbone One can fit this phone when the android version of it comes out.

[@brandys45]

Well Kishi has a compatibility list lol so i dont think thats a Con... People should read and research more instead of blaming on the products. Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, S9, S9+, S10, S10+, S20, S20+ Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Note 9, Note 10, Note 10+ Google Pixel 2, 2 XL, 3, 3XL, 4, 4XL Razer Phone 1 & 2 (requires inserts available from customer support) Other devices within supported dimensions (145.3 - 163.7 mm x 68.2 - 78.1 mm x 7.0 - 8.8 mm)

[@erik437]

thankfully for us android addicts did the research lol.... considering these products are a the same price point i feel very informed on which one to buy. as far as compatibility if it doesn't work for your phone when another product does then its probably a con for the company.

[@vitalirogel5938]

@@erik437 they are definitely not at the same price point.

[@wrathful8178]

The kishi playable in the s20 ultra or the note 20 ultra?

[@wrathful8178]

@@vitalirogel5938 ok thanks sucks

[@AndroidAddicts]

The S20 Ultra USB C *is* centered! I have one in my hand 😂 it's also what you can see in the video at 2:16

[@jbond.007]

Seems like the glap is a much better controller in terms of design and functionality.

[@MrDtoU1]

I doubt that, he was muted on input lag for the Glap. One of the best-selling point of this types of controllers is cloud based game streaming where input lag is an issue.

[@AndroidAddicts]

I'm doing another Game Pass video today so let me know how you want me to test/show any input lag and I'll include it 👍

[@ClearButComplex]

No. The Kishi is way better and at the end he practically said if you can fit your phone into the Kishi just go for it.

[@jbond.007]

@@ClearButComplex The Kishi design and button layout are trash. Went with the Glap.

[@nathanbreakin9684]

Better D-Pad, better buttons, better triggers, easier, more comfortable lay out. Glap wins on the points that matter most!

[@JackOfAll_Polymaths]

If you don't have a Samsung phone, the glap will have input lag. Otherwise its a fantastic gaming experience

[@AndroidAddicts]

What makes you think you'll have input lag on a non-Samsung phone?

[@JackOfAll_Polymaths]

@@AndroidAddicts other android 10 devices need the firmware update from glaps official website. Even then there is input lag. However it works right out the box with Samsung phones. Self tested

[@ninetendopesaitama2107]

Wireless always has lag. Unfortunately the bt protocol is not made for low lag controller. Just if your ear pods for example have a dedicated low lag gaming mode. ☮️

[@supporttheunderground5410]

I bought both nearly 6 months ago and had my note 9 in the glap and my 5.4 nokia in the Kishi. Played both equally tbh, same games, the Glap is FAR superior in nearly every way. The independent connection is batter as it can also be used as a controller for my pc without a phone... The build is better overall and i attached a lightweight wireless charger to the back as an add on and it solved the phone charging situation. The Kishi is not as good button wise as the L R and triggers turned out to be much more convenient on the Glap as I automatically use a different finger for each, 2 index and middle on each side. Just my long term conclusion here... Hope it helps 🙏

[@kenzyvaz7201]

Wow bro thanks

[@user-sv9ld5xj2o]

hello dear. i want buying controller for my brother which one is better you mean glap is better for samsung s20+

[@hinatakenpachi6564]

Glap is expensive as hell... yet doesn't connect directly to the phone... it's honestly a downgrade but double the price lol

[@supporttheunderground5410]

I bought both nearly 6 months ago and had my note 9 in the glap and my 5.4 nokia in the Kishi. Played both equally tbh, same games, the Glap is FAR superior in nearly every way. The independent connection is batter as it can also be used as a controller for my pc without a phone... The build is better overall and i attached a lightweight wireless charger to the back as an add on and it solved the phone charging situation. The Kishi is not as good button wise as the L R and triggers turned out to be much more convenient on the Glap as I automatically use a different finger for each, 2 index and middle on each side. Just my long term conclusion here... Hope it helps 🙏

[@RayOid]

It makes me want to wait for microsoft to come out with a better controller for smartphone, geez these are all crappy designs

[@AndroidAddicts]

They're endorsing this Moga one here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWi0aWSPeaytmNk It's basically an Xbox controller with a clamp on it

[@TheLatinlover9574]

RAZER KISHI IOS version .day and night period!!!

[@oclaothug69]

Let's be honest these controllers don't work on 80% of games

[@AndroidAddicts]

That's why you'd use a mapping app like Mantis: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioTEi4Z-pL2mnNk 👍

[@francisguidera972]

So, to sum up, it's 2021 and still no one can make a decent controller for Android phones. I have the glap. Don't buy one...

[@Cre8Peace]

I love mine

[@claytonyoung1351]

Intro is horrendous

[@lucasft6401]

Habe mich beworben, der labert nur scheisse