Comparison

SimpleBGC32 vs RouteEffect

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

Head to head
About

SimpleBGC32

Control and configure BaseCam SimpleBGC 32-bit controllers with this official mobile application. It mirrors the functionality of the desktop GUI, enabling adjustments for camera stabilizing systems used in handheld and UAV setups.

Highlights
  • Control BaseCam SimpleBGC 32-bit controllers
  • Configure camera stabilizing systems
  • Functionality mirrors desktop GUI
  • Supports firmware 2.5 and later
  • Adjustments for UAV-mounted cameras
Features
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This is the official app for controlling and setting the BaseCam SimpleBGC 32 bit controller that runs on firmware 2.5 and later. The app has the same functionality like desktop GUI for BaseCam SimpleBGC. BaseCam controllers are used for building camera stabilizing systems for both handheld and UAV-mounted cameras. Gimbals that powered by BaseCam controllers can stabilize different cameras: from GoPro to Red Epic.

About

RouteEffect

This app provides professional control for Blackmagic Design Videohub video routers. It offers intuitive routing management, customization options, and real-time switching for live events, studios, and broadcast environments.

Highlights
  • Support for various Blackmagic Design 12G-SDI Videohubs
  • Multiple routing views (Button, Split, List, Wheel, Crosspoint)
  • Real-time switching with instant feedback
  • Customizable inputs/outputs with icons and colors
  • Offline simulator for testing configurations
  • Picture-in-Picture mode for background control
Features
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RouteEffect is the ultimate controller for Blackmagic Design Videohub video routers. RouteEffect is engineered for professionals who need fast, reliable, and intuitive control of their video routing infrastructure. Whether you’re in a control room, on location, or managing multiple video hubs across a facility, RouteEffect delivers instant responsiveness, reliability, and powerful features such as: • Support for Blackmagic Design 12G-SDI Videohubs from the Videohub Mini 4x2 12G all the way to the massive Videohub 120x120 12G • Multiple routing views, including Button, Split, List, Wheel, and Crosspoint • Real-time switching with instant feedback • Support for locking outputs, take mode, and advanced workflows • Virtual outputs lets you group multiple outputs into one • Customize your inputs and outputs with icons, colors, and labels • Simulator lets you test out hardware and configurations while offline • Native support for iPhone, iPad, and macOS with syncing via iCloud • Picture-in-Picture mode to maintain router control in the background RouteEffect is perfect for: • Live events • Streaming studios • Broadcast environments • Post-production workflows Take command of your video routing infrastructure with RouteEffect. # Freemium Mode and Premium Features Without a subscription, RouteEffect operates in Freemium Mode, which includes access to the following features: • Button and Wheel routing management method • Create unlimited video routers and simulators, but you will only be able to control the first one in each list. Premium features available to those with a RouteEffect subscription include: • Connect to an unlimited number of Videohub video routers of simulators • Access to the Split, List, and Crosspoint routing management methods • Assign input sources to virtual outputs • Fire salvos with presets • Access to RouteEffect's extensive support for Shortcuts • Picture-in-Picture dashboard • Export and import of video router metadata • Opening external Multiview windows # Subscription RouteEffect is limited in functionality without purchasing a subscription.  Monthly and annual subscription plans purchased from the app will be charged to your App Store account and will automatically renew within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period unless auto-renew is disabled beforehand. You can manage your subscriptions in your App Store account settings. The use of this app is governed by a separate privacy policy and end-user license agreement, available at https://routeeffect.com/privacy. By installing the app, you agree to these terms and conditions. ---- Blackmagic Design and Videohub are trademarks of Blackmagic Design Pty. Ltd. All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners.

Screenshots

SimpleBGC324 screens
RouteEffect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RouteEffect at 5.0 against SimpleBGC32's 1.8. RouteEffect also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). SimpleBGC32's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. RouteEffect sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. SimpleBGC32 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RouteEffect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SimpleBGC32 has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpleBGC32 ships an update every 6 months, RouteEffect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SimpleBGC32 versus RouteEffect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpleBGC32RouteEffect
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSia BasecamelectronicsAdam Tow

Customer experience

SimpleBGC32

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

RouteEffect

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SimpleBGC32

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

RouteEffect

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly - Individual14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Monthly + Family Sharing14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Annual - Individual14 Days trial$59.991 Year
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  • Annual + Family Sharing14 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

Is SimpleBGC32 free?
SimpleBGC32 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RouteEffect free?
RouteEffect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SimpleBGC32 or RouteEffect?
RouteEffect is rated higher. SimpleBGC32 averages 1.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while RouteEffect averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SimpleBGC32 or RouteEffect have ads?
Neither SimpleBGC32 nor RouteEffect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SimpleBGC32 or RouteEffect?
SimpleBGC32 ships an update every 6 months, and RouteEffect every 3 months. Most recently, SimpleBGC32 was updated on October 29, 2026 and RouteEffect on October 31, 2026.

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