Comparison

foolcontrol vs LensKit

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

Head to head
About

foolcontrol

This app provides remote control functionality for RED DIGITAL CINEMA CAMERAS, allowing users to monitor settings and trigger start/stop recording. It connects via Wi-Fi to compatible DSMC and DSMC2 camera models.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control
  • Monitor camera settings
  • Trigger start/stop recording
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • DSMC and DSMC2 camera support
Features
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Simple record + last clip review remote control App for RED™ DIGITAL CINEMA CAMERAS. —————— This is NOT the complete version of foolcontrol, available to purchase separately but a version that will let you monitor your camera settings but only trigger start / stop. —————— foolcontrol-r works with any RED DSMC and DSMC2 cameras via wifi connectivity. RED WEAPON, EPIC-W, SCARLET-W and RAVEN all have built in wifi, ready for foolcontrol. RED EPIC or SCARLET requires the use of either : - RED lemo to cat5 ethernet cable and a GIG-E wireless router. - RED REDLink bridge wifi module. - Teradek COLR and GIG-E to lemo cable. - RTMotion Latitude —————— connection tips : foolcolor.net/tips.pdf more info, video demos and support : http://foolcolor.net/foolcontrol_iOS IG : @mikafool Please note : This application requires iOS 8.1 and up and will only work with RED DSMC cameras. It does not work with the RED ONE or any other camera. Focus control requires a RED Canon or Nikon mount and a compatible electronic lens.

About

LensKit

This app provides professional tools for filmmakers and cinematographers, offering extensive lens specifications, camera coverage simulations, and advanced depth of field calculations. It helps plan shoots, make on-set decisions, and ensure compatibility with various cameras and lenses, including Netflix-approved formats.

Highlights
  • Extensive lens database (2000+ lenses)
  • Camera sensor coverage simulation
  • Lens matching for various configurations
  • Depth of field calculator
  • Shot preview and framing simulation
  • Netflix 4K mandate compliance tool
Features
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Whether you’re planning a shoot or making decisions on set, LensKit has you covered. Search over 2000 lenses from Angenieux, Arri, Cooke, Hawk, Leica, Zeiss and more. All specs and data sourced by hand: no AI means no hallucinations. SPECS Includes max aperture, lens mounts, weight, length, close focus, front diameter and more* COVERAGE Overlay a lens’ image circle on your camera sensor to make sure it’s covered. Includes over 200 cameras from Arri, Canon, Red, Sony, Blackmagic, Panasonic and more* LENS MATCH Mix and match spherical, anamorphic, speed boosters and extenders, and even factor in post-production extractions— the lens match tool can handle it all. EQUIVALENT No need to worry about crop factors or sensor sizes, just choose a focal length and a camera and get the Super35 equivalent. Or pick the S35 equivalent length you want and see the lens you’ll need. NETFLIX APPROVAL A game changer for anyone who’s struggled with the complexity of which formats and resolutions meet the Netflix "4K mandate"— especially when shooting in anamorphic. Designed in collaboration with Netflix. DEPTH OF FIELD An easy to use yet comprehensive DOF tool that allows for customizing circle of confusion with presets and manual input. PREVIEW See a simulation of your shot based on lens, camera and distance. Or pinch, zoom and reposition to get the exact frame you want, and see what lens or distance you’ll need for it. AND MORE Filter lenses to see only what fits your specific camera and needs. Save your calculations and return to them later. Group together lenses you rent or own for quick access. • Support • For support, send me an email at zak@grayhourmedia.com or message me on Instagram @_zakray. To see all supported cameras and lenses, just install the app (it's free to download!) and open the main dropdown menu. No internet connection required: all data is hard-coded into the app, so there’s no syncing process, and you’ll be able to access it even without a cell signal. • Disclaimer • The "price" feature uses affiliate links from B&H Photo Video. I receive a commission if you make a purchase from one of these links. • About • LensKit is developed by Zak Ray and the team at Gray Hour Media in NYC & LA. Gray Hour produces fresh and original content for film, episodic and the web. Head to www.grayhourmedia.com to check out our work! *Every lens in this app has complete specs, with the exception of some Panavision lenses. We’ve chosen to include these incomplete lenses in the app because of Panavision's importance in the industry. Additionally, while the large majority of lenses have exact image circle data, some—especially some vintage lenses—list only generic format coverage (e.g. Super35, Full Frame, etc) EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

foolcontrol2 screens
LensKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LensKit at Free against foolcontrol's $4.99. LensKit also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (56 vs 2). foolcontrol's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads 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

LensKit is free to download; foolcontrol costs $4.99 up front. LensKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. foolcontrol asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LensKit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LensKit has 56 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of foolcontrol's written reviews are positive against 70% of LensKit's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

foolcontrol ships an update every 6 weeks, LensKit every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
foolcontrol versus LensKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterfoolcontrolLensKit
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (2 ratings)4.9 (56 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews70.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings256 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB165 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMikael LubtchanskyZak Ray

Customer experience

foolcontrol

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

LensKit

All ratings56 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

foolcontrol

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

LensKit

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99

Questions

Is foolcontrol free?
foolcontrol costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is LensKit free?
LensKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, foolcontrol or LensKit?
LensKit is rated higher. foolcontrol averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while LensKit averages 4.9 from 56 ratings.
Do foolcontrol or LensKit have ads?
Neither foolcontrol nor LensKit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, foolcontrol or LensKit?
foolcontrol ships an update every 6 weeks, and LensKit every 2 months. Most recently, foolcontrol was updated on October 2, 2026 and LensKit on October 8, 2026.

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