RED TRIGGER vs Freefly Ember
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RED TRIGGER
Control RED DSMC2 cameras wirelessly with this app. It offers easy Wi-Fi start/stop functionality and basic camera settings adjustments. Ideal for filmmakers using RED camera systems.
- Wireless Wi-Fi start/stop
- Basic camera control
- DSMC2 camera compatibility
- Easy to use interface
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Wireless Start/Stop trigger and settings control for RED DSMC2 cameras. Great for anyone working with RED cameras. Used by the biggest names in the film industry. - Easy to use WIFI start/stop - Basic camera control Video Demo of RED TRIGGER, https://youtu.be/fhOhRh74bL8 Make sure you enable and connect to your camera's WIFI network before attempting to use. This is an unofficial third party application. Please do not contact RED for support or assistance with this iOS application.
Freefly Ember
Control your Freefly Ember camera wirelessly from your iOS or iPadOS device. Adjust settings, review footage instantly, and export your best shots with ease. The app mirrors your camera's on-screen interface for a seamless workflow.
- Wireless camera connection
- Live preview
- Remote camera settings adjustment
- Instant video playback
- Export selected video clips
- Synced user interface
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Introducing remote wireless control for your Freefly Ember on iOS and iPadOS. Quickly adjust your camera settings, enjoy instant playback, and easily export your favorite shots, all directly from the app. The Ember app replicates all camera controls available on the on-camera UI, providing a cohesive and intuitive experience. Any changes made on your camera are reflected in the app instantly, ensuring you're always in full control. Key Features: Wireless Connection: Connect the app to your Freely Ember camera via the camera’s WiFi network to view live preview and control your camera settings. Instant Playback: Replay your shots instantly, allowing you to check and perfect your videos on the go. Export: Specify in/out points on videos and transfer your shots directly from the camera to your device with a few simple taps. Synced UI: Changes made on your camera are instantly mirrored on the app for a seamless experience. Video playback requires a device that supports ProRes decoding: iPhone 13 and newer iPad Mini 6th generation and newer iPad Pro 12.9” 5th generation and newer iPad Pro 11” 3rd generation and newer iPad Air 5th generation and newer Ensure your device's compatibility for the best experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RED TRIGGER at 8.0 against Freefly Ember's 17.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RED TRIGGER against 5.0 for Freefly Ember. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
| Parameter | RED TRIGGER | Freefly Ember |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 6 |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kristopher Prygrocki | FREEFLY SYSTEMS INC. |
Customer experience
RED TRIGGER
Freefly Ember
In-app purchases
RED TRIGGER
No in-app purchases
Freefly Ember
No in-app purchases







