ShotsData vs ARRI ECS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ShotsData
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ShotsData is an application for professional cinematographers,DPs. I made this application for me, and for cinematographers, DPs. It is important for us to record shooting data. This "ShotsData" can ---- 1. Fast input focal length, T-Stop, focus distance ,ISO, shutter speed, white balance kelvin. 2. Share these data with camera department, director, producer, etc. 3. Keep the data semipermanently. Basically, This app is free. But number of projects are up to 3, shots data in one project are up to 50. If you want to use unlimited version, please In-App purchase. If you have a question, please write our Facebook page. Thank you.
ARRI ECS
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The βECS Syncβ iPhone app functions as a direct communication platform between ARRI and users of ARRIβs Electronic Control System (ECS). Adaptable to any camera and any lens, ARRI ECS tools include wireless hand units and digital controllers, intelligent lens motors, and distance measurers. With the ECS Sync app, users can receive up-to-the-minute software updates, news, and answers to frequently asked questions relevant to these products. In addition, the ECS Sync app enables Bluetooth file sharing between ECS devices and the app via the new Hi-5 hand unit, without the need of a bulky laptop on set. Software versions can be synchronized, and transferred from the app to the connected devices. Lens files and user settings can be archived in the app, or forwarded on, including to the userβs Google Drive or Drop Box. Lens files can also be displayed graphically, contributing to the appβs usefulness as a portable and intuitive filmmaking tool. Features: β’ Save and load lens tables and user setup files to/from the Hi-5 hand unit via Bluetooth β’ Create a personalized lens data archive in the ECS Sync app β’ Update the Hi-5 hand unit and connected LBUS devices via the app β’ Get the latest news about ARRI ECS products β’ Distribute lens tables and user setup files from the app via email, WhatsApp, Dropbox, Google Drive and more
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ARRI ECS at none against ShotsData's 1. ARRI ECS also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). ShotsData's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 14 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. ShotsData sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ARRI ECS asks for nothing beyond the download.
ShotsData ships an update every 6 weeks, ARRI ECS every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and August 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ShotsData | ARRI ECS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks β better | Every 14 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.6 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryota Kurata | ARRI Group |
In-app purchases
ShotsData
- ShotsData Unlimited$34.99
ARRI ECS
No in-app purchases









