Best PatchPal alternatives: apps like PatchPal: Lighting tool

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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5 free apps
Updated November 2026

PatchPal is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to PatchPal

StageTools#2

StageTools by X0 Lighting Control Inc.

The Ultimate Lighting Toolkit
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
5.0(5 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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A comprehensive lighting toolkit for professionals, offering network scanning, DMX inspection, fixture testing, and plot creation. Manage fixture data, files, and notes without needing a laptop, with many tools available offline.

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