Comparison

Donna Pro vs ARRI ECS

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

Head to head
About

Donna Pro

This app simulates the menu structure of RED cameras, allowing users to learn, practice, and reference settings. It's a valuable tool for filmmakers and technicians working with RED camera systems, offering quick access to information and support resources.

Highlights
  • Realtime Push Notifications
  • IPP2 Menu Tree Simulation
  • RED TECH information
  • FAQ and Support access
  • Frame rate and resolution calculator
  • Learn, practice, and reference menu structure
Features
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Donna Pro: - Realtime Push Notifications - IPP2 Menu Tree (firmware version 6.4.X) - RED TECH - FAQ - RED SUPPORT - Maximum achievable frame rates and resolution calculator for all RED camera models *Featured on NO FILM SCHOOL, CineTechnica, REDSHARKNEWS and NATEANDSEAN.RED.COM* - A must for anyone working with RED cameras. Your very own RED headed assistant. Donna allows users to quickly learn, practice and reference the DSMC/DSMC2 menu structure in the palm of their hand. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. A perfect companion for AC's, DP's, DIT's, Rental Houses, Owner/Operators and film students working with RED cameras. "I work for RED and have been supporting the cameras for over 7 years. No BS… I sincerely believe that this is hands down the best thing for any RED user, assistant, owner, operator, or enthusiast to have on their phone. I recommend it to everyone on the receiving end of one of my camera demos, or anyone who contacts me about menu navigation." - Nate Heartt, RED LEARN. PRACTICE. REFERENCE. -Avoid menu surfing on the camera -Look like a menu wizard in front of your colleagues. -Bridge that gap between a Data Manager and a DIT. -Maybe you’ve gone as far as you can on your own and need to quickly file a support ticket while on set… DONNA can help with that. Please note, this will not allow you to control the camera and is a simulator to be used for educational purposes. Not all buttons/menus are active.

About

ARRI ECS

Features
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The “ECS Sync” iPhone app functions as a direct communication platform between ARRI and users of ARRI’s Electronic Control System (ECS). Adaptable to any camera and any lens, ARRI ECS tools include wireless hand units and digital controllers, intelligent lens motors, and distance measurers. With the ECS Sync app, users can receive up-to-the-minute software updates, news, and answers to frequently asked questions relevant to these products. In addition, the ECS Sync app enables Bluetooth file sharing between ECS devices and the app via the new Hi-5 hand unit, without the need of a bulky laptop on set. Software versions can be synchronized, and transferred from the app to the connected devices. Lens files and user settings can be archived in the app, or forwarded on, including to the user’s Google Drive or Drop Box. Lens files can also be displayed graphically, contributing to the app’s usefulness as a portable and intuitive filmmaking tool. Features: • Save and load lens tables and user setup files to/from the Hi-5 hand unit via Bluetooth • Create a personalized lens data archive in the ECS Sync app • Update the Hi-5 hand unit and connected LBUS devices via the app • Get the latest news about ARRI ECS products • Distribute lens tables and user setup files from the app via email, WhatsApp, Dropbox, Google Drive and more

Screenshots

Donna Pro4 screens
ARRI ECS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Donna Pro at every 4 days against ARRI ECS's every 14 months. Donna Pro also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). 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

Donna Pro ships an update every 4 days, ARRI ECS every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Donna Pro versus ARRI ECS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDonna ProARRI ECS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size256 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKristopher PrygrockiARRI Group

In-app purchases

None

Donna Pro

No in-app purchases

None

ARRI ECS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Donna Pro free?
Donna Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ARRI ECS free?
ARRI ECS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Donna Pro or ARRI ECS have ads?
Neither Donna Pro nor ARRI ECS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Donna Pro or ARRI ECS?
Donna Pro ships an update every 4 days, and ARRI ECS every 14 months. Most recently, Donna Pro was updated on June 1, 2026 and ARRI ECS on September 19, 2026.

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