ROYAL PT vs Vari
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ROYAL PT
This utility app allows users to configure default settings for a printer, including code pages and fonts. It also enables the setup of Wi-Fi connection parameters such as mode, SSID, and security keys.
- Configure printer default parameters
- Set default code page
- Set default language fonts
- Configure Wi-Fi connection parameters
- Set Wi-Fi mode
- Configure SSID and security key
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A simple setup tool is used to set the ROYAL PT-300 parameters This application is mainly used to set the following aspects: 1. Printer default parameters (default code page, default language fonts, etc.) 2.WIFI connection parameters (WIFI mode, SSID, key, etc.)
Vari
Control your lighting console remotely from any location. Program, adjust, and manage your show with features like command line access, cue playback, and fader control. Ideal for lighting professionals seeking flexibility and precision.
- Remote console control
- Command line access
- Cue playback management
- Groups & palettes editing
- Advanced color picker
- Fader control
- Interactive magic sheets
- Patch table editing
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VL Remote – VariLite NEO Console Control Take full control of your VariLite NEO console from anywhere in the venue. VL Remote puts professional lighting control in the palm of your hand, giving you the freedom to program, adjust, and manage your show from the stage, the stalls, or anywhere in between. Command Line Access - Execute commands in real time, just as you would at the console. Make precise adjustments on the fly without interrupting your workflow. Cue Playback Control - Manage cue lists and trigger playback from wherever you need to be. Stay in sync with your show without being tied to the console. Groups & Palettes - Access, edit, and apply groups and palettes instantly to accelerate programming and keep your session moving. Advanced Color Picker - Dial in exact colors with a powerful, intuitive color picker designed for speed and precision in demanding production environments. Fader Control - Make real-time level adjustments remotely, giving you hands-on control without returning to the desk. Magic Sheets - Visualize your rig and select fixtures intuitively using fully interactive magic sheets. Patch Table - View and edit your patch data whether you're online or working offline — ideal for preparation and troubleshooting. Task Tracking - Keep your production organized with integrated task management, so nothing gets missed during busy shows. Messaging - Communicate directly with your console operators through built-in messaging, keeping your entire team in sync. VL Remote is built for lighting professionals who demand flexibility and precision. Whether you're on a world tour or setting up a one-night show, VL Remote keeps you in control — wherever you are.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Vari at 3.0 against ROYAL PT's 1.7. Vari also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 44 months). ROYAL PT's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Vari holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.
ROYAL PT ships an update every 44 months, Vari every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ROYAL PT | Vari |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (3 ratings) | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 44 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Royal Consumer Products Inc. | Signify Netherlands B.V. |
Customer experience
ROYAL PT
Vari
In-app purchases
ROYAL PT
No in-app purchases
Vari
No in-app purchases









