Comparison

DJI Ronin vs Zeolo

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

Head to head
About

DJI Ronin

Control and customize your DJI gimbal with this app. Features include automated motor tuning, adaptive motion tracking, pre-planned shot creation, and real-time gimbal data. Optimize your filmmaking workflow with advanced settings and diagnostics.

Highlights
  • Automated motor tuning
  • Adaptive SmoothTrack motion
  • CamAnchor and Track mode
  • Live gimbal data feed
  • Gimbal parameter management
Features
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Personalize your Ronin shooting experience with the latest Ronin app from DJI. You can access and manage gimbal motor parameters, SmoothTrack, remote setup, and Ronin’s unique Axis Modes. 1.Easy, automated motor tuning With Auto Tune, Ronin app can adjust motor parameters automatically based off the payload mounted. With such base line, you can further adjust the Stiffness, Strength, Control and Filter parameters accordingly. 2.Adaptive SmoothTrack When Acceleration is set to be much higher than Speed, the Ronin will handle operator’s movements adaptively. You can achieve a complicated long take with only one group of settings. 3.Create with ease With the newly added CamAnchor and Track mode, you can plan your shot in advance and execute it by a simple click. 4.Live gimbal data feed Access gimbal operation data in real time and diagnose gimbal status.

About

Zeolo

Features
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The Zeolo uses Bluetooth technology for precise single-light and collaborative multi-device control. It has diverse lighting configs and creative special effects. Supports fine-tuning of CCT color temp and brightness. Comes with personalized FX editing for adjusting speed and brightness. When overheated, the fan can be started with one click for safety. Simple interface and stable connection offer photographers unprecedented freedom and convenience in lighting management.

Screenshots

DJI Ronin4 screens
Zeolo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Zeolo at monthly against DJI Ronin's every 2 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

DJI Ronin ships an update every 2 months, Zeolo monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
DJI Ronin versus Zeolo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDJI RoninZeolo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (8.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews29.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings8.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size320 MB13 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperDJI师松 梁

Bugs and requests

DJI Ronin

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Firmware update gets stuck at 80%
  • Ronin SC motor issues after firmware update
  • Raveneye not working with app, no video feed
  • Active track loses subject when they exit and re-enter frame
  • Panorama function broken with additive overlap
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  • Joystick and other controls not working after updates

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add anamorphic de-squeeze options
  • Allow storing manual focus settings with motion presets
  • Implement dual device usage for active track and gimbal configuration
  • Add loop/repeat function for keyframes
  • Enable focus control in keyframe mode
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  • Provide full-screen mode support for iPad
  • Add camera control features like ISO, shutter, aperture

Zeolo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DJI Ronin

No in-app purchases

None

Zeolo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DJI Ronin free?
DJI Ronin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zeolo free?
Zeolo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DJI Ronin or Zeolo have ads?
Neither DJI Ronin nor Zeolo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DJI Ronin or Zeolo?
DJI Ronin ships an update every 2 months, and Zeolo monthly. Most recently, DJI Ronin was updated on November 10, 2026 and Zeolo on November 4, 2026.

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