DMXcat® vs Illuminate 1.0
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DMXcat®
Control, analyze, and test DMX lighting fixtures wirelessly from your smartphone. This system uses a hardware dongle and free mobile apps to simplify lighting control without complex consoles. It supports various functions like DMX and RDM control, fixture management, and DIP switch calculations.
- Wireless DMX and RDM control
- Fixture control with built-in database
- DMX analysis and testing
- DIP switch calculator
- Multi-language support
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DMXcat® makes it easy for anyone to control, analyze, or test any DMX lighting fixture, whether it’s a simple LED PAR or a complex moving light. The system consists of a small hardware dongle (purchased separately) and a suite of free mobile applications. Together, they combine to bring wireless DMX and RDM control plus other useful lighting functions to the user’s smartphone. The DMXcat solves the problem faced by all users of modern lighting equipment: How to turn on and test DMX lighting gear without using a complicated lighting console. DMXcat app is now available in seven languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, and English. Software Applications There are currently five apps available for use with the DMXcat system: •DMX Controller: A single universe (512) DMX channel controller with two user interfaces (sliders or keypad). •Fixture Controller: Controls multi-attribute fixtures from a built in database. •RDM Controller: For bi-directional communication and control of RDM enabled devices. •DMX Tester: Analyze and adjust settings for transmitting or receiving DMX. •DIP switch calculator: Simplifies the configuring of DIP switches used for setting DMX addresses. Hardware The DMXcat’s hardware interface is a compact battery powered device which fits easily in a pocket or tool pouch or may be worn on a belt. It uses Bluetooth LE technology for communication with the smartphone applications (up to 50’ range). Without the limitations of being physically connected, the user can move about the workspace as needed with their smartphone and run the various apps while still using the phone for on-the-job communication. The device’s five pin XLRF connector/cable assembly allows it to be connected to a point in a DMX data chain to test or control of the various DMX/RDM functions. It is charged using a standard USB to Micro-USB cable and charger. Other features include a built-in LED flashlight, an audible alarm for locating a misplaced unit, XLR5M to XLR5M Turnaround, LED status indicator, and a removable belt clip with a split ring safety point. Optional accessories include XLR5M to RJ45 Adapter, XLR5M to XLR3F Adapter, XLR5M to XLR3M Turnaround, and a Belt Pouch.
Illuminate 1.0
Enhance interior spaces with advanced fiber optic star lighting panels. These customizable panels create realistic night sky effects for ceilings and walls, offering dynamic light patterns and a clean installation for unique design applications.
- Fiber optic star lighting technology
- Customizable shape, size, and light patterns
- Dynamic light effects (move, pulse, sequence)
- Suitable for ceilings, walls, and custom applications
- Clean and simple installation
- Customizable color effects with LEDs
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Arya's fiber optic Panels are the newest technology in digital star lighting. Admiring the night sky can be even more enjoyable indoors with the use of our star ceiling Panel. Provide your clients the ultimate effect in ceiling design with star clusters and shooting stars with the convenience of clean and simple installation. Sparkling pin points of light appear through fabric wrapped fiberglass panels. Star Panels can be customized by shape, size, quantity and patterns of light per panels. Unlimited selection of light patterns are available from a random spacing as in a star field to custom designs and pictures. Light can move, pulse, sequence or alternate to provide unique effects or can simply appear together. Panels may also be used in ceilings, walls for accent panels, limousines or other custom applications. Custom finishes to accent all color scenes. Custom sizes available. Special color effects can be achieved by using colored LEDs.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DMXcat® at 68% against Illuminate 1.0's 0%. DMXcat® also leads on rating (3.9 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (26 vs 3). Illuminate 1.0's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DMXcat® holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DMXcat® has 26 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of DMXcat®'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Illuminate 1.0's.
| Parameter | DMXcat® | Illuminate 1.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (26 ratings) — better | 2.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | City Theatrical, Inc | Eran benghiat |
Customer experience
DMXcat®
Illuminate 1.0
In-app purchases
DMXcat®
No in-app purchases
Illuminate 1.0
No in-app purchases









