Comparison

ArtnetControl vs Point Cloud Viz

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

Head to head
About

ArtnetControl

This app allows lighting technicians to control and troubleshoot Art-Net networks directly from their mobile devices. It features tools for transmitting ArtDmx, discovering network devices, and viewing Art-Dmx data, simplifying setup and diagnostics.

Highlights
  • Art-Net DMX transmission
  • Art-Net device discovery
  • Real-time Art-DMX data viewing
  • Troubleshoot network issues
  • Fixture positioning
  • Simultaneous universe transmission
Features
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The ArtnetControl app is one of the most comprehensive Art-Net capable app's available for iOS. Now lighting technicians and riggers can quickly check and position conventional fixtures, and monitor and troubleshoot Art-Net networks. All from your iPhone or iPad! You don't have to drag your lighting desk to the stage anymore during setup, just to put a six-bar in position. Take controle right from the Layer-construction or platform! Or what about the guessing-game or the tedious troubleshooting when node's and fixtures aren't doing what you would like them to do? With ArtnetControl you can see exactly what is happening on your network. Check what devices are connected, and find patch faults or merging errors with ease. CONTROLLER The Controller tool allows you to transmit ArtDmx. It is intended to be used as a riggers remote, to check or position your conventional fixtures. The whole workflow is specially designed for quick access and handling. For example you can set defaults and input from your last command is remembered so you only have to enter changes. There are also function key's provided for easy manipulation of you last given command, for instance to shift highlight to another set of parcan's You can enter universes, channels and value's in any order and combination. Simultaneous transmission up to 20 universes is supported, not necessarily sequential. A modus selection between 'single' and 'multi' is provided to choose whether you would like only the last entered command to be activated, or all commands to be handled as mutations upon each other. At this moment there isn't any functionality present, specifically designed for intelligent fixtures. DISCOVERY TOOL This tool does exactly what the name suggests; it discovers Art-Net compatible devices in your network. It will show you the name of discovered devices, what type of devices it is and it's IP address. There's also an details page to show you about everything there is to know about your node's and fixtures (ports, universes, ip, actual dmx, manufacturer, connection test, ect.) ART-DMX VIEWER Now you can see exactly what is going on on your network. This tool shows which universes are being transmitted by what controller. And if you select a universe, even channel information is shown. No more guessing which controller is causing problems with the Dmx merge. But also very handy to check your universe and channel patch.

About

Point Cloud Viz

Features
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Turn real spaces into usable 3D context—fast. PointCloudViz lets you scan a room or site with LiDAR and instantly view the result as a clean, navigable point cloud on-device. It’s not trying to replace full CAD or surveying workflows. It’s built to help you capture reality quickly, share it, and make better decisions while you’re still on location. Requires a LiDAR-capable device: iPhone Pro or iPad Pro with a LiDAR Scanner. What you can do Capture a space with LiDAR and visualize it as a point cloud Walk around the scan, inspect details, and get a reliable “as-built” snapshot Save and share scans for coordination, planning, and documentation Use it as a lightweight bridge between “what’s there” and “what we’re building” Who it’s for (real-world use cases) Architects & interior designers: capture existing conditions before design, renovations, or site meetings—then reference geometry and constraints later. Construction teams & site supervisors: document progress, verify rough layouts, and record “before/after” conditions without hauling extra gear. Homeowners & renters planning changes: map a new apartment, plan furniture layouts, measure “will it fit” questions, and keep a digital record of the space. Facilities & property managers: quickly capture rooms, equipment areas, or layouts for maintenance planning and vendor coordination. Real estate & staging: keep a lightweight 3D reference of a property for planning and communication. Makers, builders, and DIY renovators: capture tricky corners, plumbing walls, or irregular spaces before committing to cuts and purchases. Change Measurement Unit Metric (1.5 m) Imperial (1 ft 9 in) Hardware requirement (important) To scan, you’ll need a device with a LiDAR Scanner: iPhone Pro models (with LiDAR) iPad Pro models (with LiDAR) If your device doesn’t have LiDAR hardware, the scanning features won’t work.

Screenshots

ArtnetControl4 screens
Point Cloud Viz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ArtnetControl at $3.99 against Point Cloud Viz's $34.49. ArtnetControl also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). Point Cloud Viz's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

ArtnetControl costs $3.99 and Point Cloud Viz $34.49 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArtnetControl ships an update every 3 months, Point Cloud Viz daily. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
ArtnetControl versus Point Cloud Viz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArtnetControlPoint Cloud Viz
Price$3.99 — better$34.49
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul Heutsdrillstars

In-app purchases

None

ArtnetControl

No in-app purchases

None

Point Cloud Viz

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ArtnetControl free?
ArtnetControl costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Point Cloud Viz free?
Point Cloud Viz costs $34.49, with no in-app purchases.
Do ArtnetControl or Point Cloud Viz have ads?
Neither ArtnetControl nor Point Cloud Viz shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ArtnetControl or Point Cloud Viz?
ArtnetControl ships an update every 3 months, and Point Cloud Viz daily. Most recently, ArtnetControl was updated on October 1, 2026 and Point Cloud Viz on September 20, 2026.

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