Comparison

DMXcat® vs BRlight

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Wireless DMX and RDM control
  • Fixture control with built-in database
  • DMX analysis and testing
  • DIP switch calculator
  • Multi-language support
Features
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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.

About

BRlight

Control Bluetooth LED lights for daily or atmospheric lighting without needing a network or registration. Manage individual lights, groups, or all lights with shortcut keys. Set custom on/off times and create personalized lighting scenes for various occasions.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth LED light control
  • No network or registration required
  • Area and individual light control
  • Customizable scenes
  • Built-in timing chips for automatic on/off
  • Control up to 64 lights
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Bluetooth LED light with APP control, No network, No registration. Can be used for daily lighting and atmosphere lighting. Concise and practical control page: the lights can be divided into areas, the whole, individual or selective control of the light can be achieved through shortcut keys, which is very convenient and quick. Can control up to 64 lights. Built-in Newly Developed Timing Chips: You can set your favorite color to turn on and off on time everyday automatically. Scene: You can individually set the color or mode for each light, combine it into your favorite scene and save it, and one key to start when you need. Scenes can be renamed, such as party, barbecue, yoga, dinner, game, theater, etc.

Screenshots

DMXcat®4 screens
BRlight3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DMXcat® at 3.9 against BRlight's 2.3. DMXcat® also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 42%). BRlight's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DMXcat® holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 22 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of DMXcat®'s written reviews are positive against 42% of BRlight's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DMXcat® ships an update every 5 weeks, BRlight fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DMXcat® versus BRlight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDMXcat®BRlight
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (26 ratings) — better2.3 (22 ratings)
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews — better42.3% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better22
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCity Theatrical, Inc壁珠 田

Customer experience

DMXcat®

All ratings26 ratings
Positive73.1%
Neutral3.8%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative26.3%

BRlight

All ratings22 ratings
Positive27.3%
Neutral13.6%
Negative59.1%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive42.3%
Neutral11.5%
Negative46.2%

In-app purchases

None

DMXcat®

No in-app purchases

None

BRlight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DMXcat® free?
DMXcat® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BRlight free?
BRlight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DMXcat® or BRlight?
DMXcat® is rated higher. DMXcat® averages 3.9 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while BRlight averages 2.3 from 22 ratings.
Do DMXcat® or BRlight have ads?
Neither DMXcat® nor BRlight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DMXcat® or BRlight?
DMXcat® ships an update every 5 weeks, and BRlight fortnightly. Most recently, DMXcat® was updated on September 9, 2026 and BRlight on September 22, 2026.

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