Comparison

Ti2 Control vs Cilika 2

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

Head to head
About

Ti2 Control

This application allows users to configure and control specific models of Nikon inverted research microscopes. It enables setup, accessory detection, live image viewing, and provides interactive guidance for operation and troubleshooting.

Highlights
  • Microscope setup and configuration
  • Accessory detection
  • Motorized accessory control
  • Live image viewing and capture
  • Component verification
  • Interactive guidance and troubleshooting
Features
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This application is used to make settings for the Inverted Research Microscope ECLIPSE Ti2-E/Ti2-A, control the Ti2-E, display the Ti2-A status, and display the Assist Guide. [Supported Microscopes] - Nikon ECLIPSE Ti2-E (FW 2.00 or later) - Nikon ECLIPSE Ti2-A (FW 1.21 or later) [System Requirements] - iOS 13.3.1 or later. - iPhone 7 or later, iPad (sixth generation) or later. - There is no guarantee that this application will run on all devices. [Main Features] - Enable to setup the microscope. - Enable to detect the position of accessory (e.g. motorized or intelligent nosepiece). - Enable to control the motorized accessory (e.g. motorized stage). - Enable to view or capture live image of the embedded Assist Camera. - Enable to confirm that all the correct microscope components are in place for chosen observation method. - Provides interactive step-by-step guidance for microscope operation and troubleshooting. [Notes] - Turn off the mobile data communication of the iPhone/iPad before using the TI2 Control. - To use this application, the Wi-Fi router and iPhone/iPad which satisfy the required specifications are necessary. - When Ti2 Control searches the microscope, network traffic will be increased, as it sends packets to all devices which are connected in same network segment. So, please use dedicated router for Ti2 Control. [Instruction Manual] For more information, see the instruction manual, which can be downloaded from the following URL: https://www.manual-dl.microscope.healthcare.nikon.com/en/Ti2-Control/ [Trademark Information] - iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc in the United States and other countries. - App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. - All other tradenames mentioned in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

About

Cilika 2

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Cilika application is a photo management app giving a good amount of control over the camera and an easy way to manage the pictures. You can add comments to the picture which then can be shared through email along with all the details. Capture images with full control over the settings: - Exposure Duration - ISO - Temperature - Tint Micrometry - Calibrate and Measure Dimensions - Draw or mark an overlay before capturing You can also share the images through email, just long press the images in the images list that you want to share and then choose the email client connected to your device to send the email.

Screenshots

Ti2 Control4 screens
Cilika 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cilika 2 at every 10 days against Ti2 Control's every 6 months. Ti2 Control's advantage is iOS requirement (10.3 vs 17.2). 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

Ti2 Control ships an update every 6 months, Cilika 2 every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Ti2 Control versus Cilika 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTi2 ControlCilika 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.3 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikon CorporationMedprime Technologies Pvt Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Ti2 Control

No in-app purchases

None

Cilika 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ti2 Control free?
Ti2 Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cilika 2 free?
Cilika 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ti2 Control or Cilika 2 have ads?
Neither Ti2 Control nor Cilika 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ti2 Control or Cilika 2?
Ti2 Control ships an update every 6 months, and Cilika 2 every 10 days. Most recently, Ti2 Control was updated on September 23, 2026 and Cilika 2 on September 22, 2026.

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