Comparison

MSC Show Control vs LuCI Mobile

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

Head to head
About

MSC Show Control

This utility app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a remote control for show control software and lighting consoles that support MIDI Show Control. It allows for easy cue triggering and management with large, accessible buttons, ideal for live show environments.

Highlights
  • Remote control for lighting consoles
  • Supports MIDI Show Control (MSC)
  • Large buttons for live use
  • Network MIDI (RTP-MIDI) connectivity
  • Configurable MSC device ID
  • Live message readout
Features
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MSC Show Control turns your iPhone or iPad into a remote for any lighting console or show software that accepts MIDI Show Control (MSC) β€” Vista, QLab, MagicQ, grandMA2, Onyx, and more. Free to use. If it earns its place in your show kit, there's an optional tip jar β€” it unlocks nothing, it just keeps the app maintained. Set up your cuelists and cue shortcuts once, connect to the machine running your show, and fire cues from big, glove-friendly buttons built for live use. FEATURES β€’ GO, STOP, RESUME and RELEASE per cuelist, plus a grid of one-tap cue shortcuts β€’ Works over Apple network MIDI (RTP-MIDI): automatic discovery of hosts on your network, or connect manually by IP β€’ grandMA2 β€œMSC over Ethernet” (UDP) transport β€’ Per-server MSC device ID, configurable command format β€’ Live hex readout of every message sent β€” see exactly what went on the wire β€’ Cue numbers are sent exactly as you type them, decimals included β€’ Screen stays awake during your show; no accounts, no ads, no analytics, no paywall WORKS WITH Any MSC-capable receiver. macOS hosts work out of the box via Audio MIDI Setup’s Network session. Windows hosts work with the free rtpMIDI driver. Built by a church tech, for everyone who runs cues from the booth.

About

LuCI Mobile

Manage your OpenWrt router remotely with a modern, intuitive interface. Monitor network status, connected devices, and system performance. Securely control your home network from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Real-time dashboard with performance metrics
  • Complete network and interface management
  • Detailed client device oversight
  • Remote router reboot
  • Secure HTTP/HTTPS connection
  • Modern Material Design 3 UI
Features
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Take full control of your OpenWrt router with LuCI Mobile. Our app offers a modern, intuitive interface to securely manage your home network from anywhere. Designed for both power users and network enthusiasts, LuCI Mobile simplifies router management without sacrificing functionality. Key Features: Real-Time Dashboard: Instantly view system status, performance metrics, and uptime with interactive charts. Complete Network Management: Monitor all wired and wireless interfaces, track bandwidth usage, and check IP configurations. Detailed Client Oversight: See a live list of all connected devices with their IP/MAC addresses, hostnames, and active connection times. Powerful System Control: Remotely reboot your router with a single tap. Secure & Flexible Connection: Connect via HTTP or HTTPS, with support for self-signed certificates and secure credential storage. Modern UI: Enjoy a clean experience with Material Design 3, including full support for light and dark themes. ----- Requirements: This app requires an OpenWrt router with the LuCI web interface enabled. For remote access, ensure your router's firewall is configured correctly. ----- Support & Source Code: LuCI Mobile is an open-source project. For support, to report issues, or to view the source code, please visit our GitHub repository: https://github.com/cogwheel0/luci-mobile ----- Disclaimer: This is an independent, third-party application licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPLv3) and is not officially affiliated with the OpenWrt project.

Screenshots

MSC Show Control2 screens
LuCI Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: MSC Show Control at free against LuCI Mobile's paid. MSC Show Control also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). LuCI Mobile's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 25%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MSC Show Control ships an update every 4 days, LuCI Mobile fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 4 level
MSC Show Control versus LuCI Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMSC Show ControlLuCI Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days β€” betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree β€” betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.015.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrink Inspired MediaTunap Paul

Customer experience

MSC Show Control

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

LuCI Mobile

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%

In-app purchases

None

MSC Show Control

No in-app purchases

None

LuCI Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MSC Show Control free?
MSC Show Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LuCI Mobile free?
LuCI Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MSC Show Control or LuCI Mobile have ads?
Neither MSC Show Control nor LuCI Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MSC Show Control or LuCI Mobile?
MSC Show Control ships an update every 4 days, and LuCI Mobile fortnightly. Most recently, MSC Show Control was updated on September 19, 2026 and LuCI Mobile on September 12, 2026.

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