Comparison

Spark Camera Control vs Smart Stick Suite

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

Head to head
About

Spark Camera Control

Control your DSLR camera wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. Capture photos, videos, and time lapses with instant feedback and creative control from up to 100 feet away.

Highlights
  • Wireless camera shutter control
  • Remote photo and video capture
  • Time lapse creation
  • Bulb ramping for sunsets
  • Long-range connectivity (up to 100')
  • BLE connectivity
Features
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This is the smartphone control app for Spark. Spark is a device that attaches to your DSLR camera (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus and others) and allows you to wirelessly take photos, videos and time lapses from your phone or tablet and get instant feedback. With Pulse you get complete creative control all while staying free to use your phone or tablet. Spark is the most versatile camera remote on the market. With three different modes of control, Spark was built to adapt to whatever situation you are shooting in. Whether you're taking a fun group photo, capturing a long exposure of the stars, or settling down and setting up a time lapse, Spark gives you instant control. With your phone or without it. Spark Features : -Wirelessly control your camera's shutter from up to 100' away -Take sunset timelapses with Bbulb ramping -Free up WiFi and Internet as Spark uses and BLE -Extend your session with 2,000 hours of battery (factory replaceable)

About

Smart Stick Suite

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Welcome to the Smart Stick Suite, the official app that unlocks everything your Smart Stick can do. Smart Photo Finder Find and move your photos and videos from your phone straight to your Smart Stick. No cloud uploads or subscriptions needed. Just fast, simple, and all yours. Your App Hub Open and use all the tools stored right on your Smart Stick. From utilities to organizers, it's all here in one place. Password Manager Guide Follow our easy steps to set up your password manager securely through your Smart Stick. Keep your logins safe and handy. Made to Be Simple Whether you're new to tech or a pro, this app is built to be clear, helpful, and ready when you are. Made for Smart Stick owners who want to get the most out of their device. Download today and take control of your digital stuff.

Screenshots

Spark Camera Control4 screens
Smart Stick Suite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Spark Camera Control at every 2 months against Smart Stick Suite's every 6 months. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spark Camera Control ships an update every 2 months, Smart Stick Suite every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Spark Camera Control versus Smart Stick Suite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpark Camera ControlSmart Stick Suite
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTangy Laboratories IncSmart Stick Technologies Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Spark Camera Control

No in-app purchases

None

Smart Stick Suite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spark Camera Control free?
Spark Camera Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Stick Suite free?
Smart Stick Suite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Spark Camera Control or Smart Stick Suite have ads?
Neither Spark Camera Control nor Smart Stick Suite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spark Camera Control or Smart Stick Suite?
Spark Camera Control ships an update every 2 months, and Smart Stick Suite every 6 months. Most recently, Spark Camera Control was updated on October 7, 2026 and Smart Stick Suite on October 1, 2026.

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