Comparison

DMXcat® vs AcoustiCalc Pro

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

AcoustiCalc Pro

Features
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AcoustiCalc Pro is a professional architectural acoustics calculator for acoustic engineers, architects, and audio professionals. Calculate reverberation time, sound transmission class, delay alignment, and speaker enclosure parameters. Key Features: • RT60 Calculator – Sabine and Eyring reverberation time analysis • STC Rating – Sound transmission class evaluation for wall assemblies • Delay Calculator – Speaker delay alignment for distributed systems • Enclosure Design – Thiele-Small parameter-based speaker box calculations Precise acoustics engineering in a beautiful, intuitive app.

Screenshots

DMXcat®4 screens
AcoustiCalc Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DMXcat® at Free against AcoustiCalc Pro's $1.99. DMXcat® also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

DMXcat® is free to download; AcoustiCalc Pro costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DMXcat® ships an update monthly, AcoustiCalc Pro every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DMXcat® versus AcoustiCalc Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDMXcat®AcoustiCalc Pro
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.9 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCity Theatrical, IncGuanghe Xu (tianjin) Digital Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

None

DMXcat®

No in-app purchases

None

AcoustiCalc Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DMXcat® free?
DMXcat® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AcoustiCalc Pro free?
AcoustiCalc Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do DMXcat® or AcoustiCalc Pro have ads?
Neither DMXcat® nor AcoustiCalc Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DMXcat® or AcoustiCalc Pro?
DMXcat® ships an update monthly, and AcoustiCalc Pro every 5 months. Most recently, DMXcat® was updated on October 13, 2026 and AcoustiCalc Pro on October 3, 2026.

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