# Format 3 vs MA3 Remote

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Format 3 at none against MA3 Remote's 1. Format 3 also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). MA3 Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MA3 Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Format 3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Format 3 ships an update every 4 months, MA3 Remote every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Format 3 | MA3 Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/format-3/id1243788689/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **3** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aaron Sutula](https://appshunter.io/developer/889438328) | [Maksim Chernikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778987976) |

## What reviewers say

### Format 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/format-3/id1243788689)

Experience art through augmented reality, blending physical installations with virtual elements and sound. This app allows you to engage with immersive audio-visual art wherever its visuals are present.

**Highlights:** Interactive augmented reality, Combines physical artwork with virtual objects, Immersive audio-visual experience, Works with Format 3 visuals, Sound integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### MA3 Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ma3-remote/id6778987974)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless remote for grandMA3 lighting consoles. Control lighting cues, fixtures, and playback with a console-accurate keypad and live feedback. Offers both free and a one-time purchase Pro version.

**Highlights:** Console-accurate keypad, Live playback control, Fixture and layout selection, Cue sheet management, Pools for macros and groups, Bundled feedback plugin

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MA3 Remote Pro | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Format 3 free?

Format 3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MA3 Remote free?

MA3 Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Format 3 or MA3 Remote have ads?

Neither Format 3 nor MA3 Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Format 3 or MA3 Remote?

Format 3 ships an update every 4 months, and MA3 Remote every 9 days. Most recently, Format 3 was updated on October 3, 2026 and MA3 Remote on October 10, 2026.

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