Hyperlay Markout vs Set Light
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hyperlay Markout
This app automates the creation of rigging markout lists, replacing manual methods with a faster, more efficient digital process. It integrates with existing workflows by importing data from CAD and Excel, offering features like unit conversion and PDF export.
- Automated markout list creation
- Import from AutoCAD, Excel, Vectorworks
- Built-in unit converter
- Interactive markout sheet
- PDF export
- Offline access to recent files
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Hyperlay Markout is an innovative rigging app that automates the process of creating a markout list for the rigging industry. Hyperlay Markout does away with markout using a piece of paper, replacing it with an app that is orders of magnitude faster and more efficient all while still being easy to use and familiar to riggers. With over 9 unique features and integration into existing workflows by supporting inputs from AutoCAD, Excel, and Vectorworks Spotlight, Hyperlay Markout will transform your rigging workflow allowing you to save hundreds of hours in markout time taking in more shows as a result. Features: --------- + Interactive markout sheet A step-through markout list with a beautiful and focused dark User Interface that supports both portrait and landscape orientations. + Built-in Unit Converter Load data from a drawing with any unit and mark it out in another. All units are supported (metric & imperial) and can be changed at any time from the settings. + Move Datum Move datum to most upstage or most downstage points with a single tap and save valuable time by eliminating 3 of 6 tapes on the floor. + Rigging Plot Automatic creation of a rigging plot along with the Markout sheet for easy access to information. + Points Filter Ability to filter the markout list to display only SR or SL points + Versatile Import Interface Hyperlay Markout easily imports different styles of pointlists exported from CAD (e.g. AutoCAD, Vectorworks) or Excel. Simply import your show file into Hyperlay Markout from settings and it will do the rest, guiding you through the import process. + Recent Files Hyperlay Markout automatically stores locally the 10 most recently-opened show files on the device, so the app will still work even without a cellular data connection. + PDF export Ability to export the markout list as a PDF, for example, if you need to print the markout list to have as a physical backup. + Designed for iPhone and iPad Hyperlay Markout is a universal app, designed for both iPhone and iPad. On bigger screens, more points are displayed vertically and horizontally. In addition, Both landscape and portrait on both device families are supported. ----------------- You can try out Hyperlay Markout for free with an example show available under Recent Files in the settings screen. To import your own shows, a subscription is required. All plans however come with 1 month FREE trial and can be cancelled at any time, no strings attached. This means you can subscribe, try out your own shows for one month and cancel at any time without having to pay anything. Don't hesitate to contact us at any time with your questions and feedback via email (tap Contact Us in the settings). Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. To manage subscriptions or turn off auto-renewal go to your iTunes account settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://www.hyperlay.dk/markout/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://www.hyperlay.dk/markout/termsofuse
Set Light
Configure ETC products wirelessly using NFC or a Bluetooth bridge. Address and set RDM labels, personalities, and DMX addresses for your fixtures. Plan configurations in advance and push them when ready.
- NFC configuration of ETC products
- Wireless addressing and configuration
- Bluetooth bridge connectivity
- RDM label, personality, and DMX address setting
- Save and push configurations
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Set Light provides NFC configuration of your ETC products. Hold your mobile device to the NFC tag of a compatible product to wirelessly address and configure it. You can transfer information via NFC even if power is off. You can also connect to your ETC and High End Systems fixtures via a bluetooth bridge such as City Theatrical’s DMXcat® or Multiverse® Transmitter. Once connected, identify and set the RDM label, personality, and DMX address of your fixtures. Save time by planning your configurations in advance and pushing them to your fixtures when ready.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Hyperlay Markout at 5.0 against Set Light's 4.5. Hyperlay Markout also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Set Light's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Hyperlay Markout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Set Light asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hyperlay Markout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 12 respectively.
Hyperlay Markout ships an update every 3 months, Set Light every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hyperlay Markout | Set Light |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better | 4.5 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Drop APS | Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc. |
Customer experience
Hyperlay Markout
Set Light
In-app purchases
Hyperlay Markout
- Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$5.991 Month
- Biannual Subscription1 Month trial$29.996 Months
- Annual Subscription1 Month trial$47.991 Year
Set Light
No in-app purchases
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