# Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic vs MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)

The clearest difference is price: MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) at Free against Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's $5.99. MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 60%). Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's advantage is chart position (#63 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 131). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) is free to download; Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic costs $5.99 up front. Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic against 4.7 for MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock). That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic has 1.2K ratings behind it against 131, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's written reviews are positive against 78% of MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)'s.

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic ships an update every 6 weeks, MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic | MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-plus-for-blackmagic/id1376947780/reviews)** | [4.7 (131 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixeffect-trial-and-pro-unlock/id1555812675/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 131 |
| Positive reviews | 60.2% of reviews | **77.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#63** | — |
| Size | 17 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [We Are Empire PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/356298444) | [Adam Tow](https://appshunter.io/developer/376550492) |

## What reviewers say

### Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-plus-for-blackmagic/id1376947780)

**Currently charting:** #63 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Control Blackmagic cameras remotely via Bluetooth. Manage multiple cameras simultaneously, adjust settings like white balance, frame rate, and ISO, and even control focus and zoom with external controllers.

**Highlights:** External controller support (Tilta Nucleus), Multi-cam control (up to 12 cameras), Camera grouping and custom settings, Remote focus and zoom control, Start/stop recording, Adjust white balance, ISO, frame rate, Digital slate metadata entry

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-Cam Control | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless camera control
- 👍 Intuitive and responsive interface
- 🔒 Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- 💡 Useful focus pulling feature
- 👍 Efficient workflow for remote operation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional disconnection issues
- 🔒 Limited Bluetooth range
- 🐛 Buggy behavior with certain camera models
- 🔒 Paywall for some key features
- 👎 Lack of live video monitoring

**Reported bugs**

- Recording issues with high frame rates
- Incorrect codec/resolution display for some cameras
- Focus control not working with certain lenses
- App freezes during playback

**Requested features**

- Add ability to take photos remotely
- Implement live video feed from camera
- Allow custom focus preset points
- Improve focus control sensitivity and UI
- Add support for more camera models


### MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixeffect-trial-and-pro-unlock/id1555812675)

Control Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers from your iPhone or iPad. Manage switcher settings, audio, media, and create custom layouts. Automate transitions and control keyers with ease.

**Highlights:** Switcher control, Macro organization, Audio mixing, Media pool management, Customizable layouts, SuperSource transitions, Keyer control

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30-Day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| MixEffect Pro | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features beyond native ATEM software
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 💡 SuperSource animations and templates
- 🎮 Remote control from iPad/iPhone/Mac
- 🔧 Extensive customization options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 🔐 Pro version required for full functionality
- 🔌 Requires close proximity to switcher (network limitation)
- 🔋 Battery drain on mobile devices
- ⚠️ Limited compatibility with some ATEM models

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting switcher
- Trial mode resets after app closure
- Freezing issues with ATEM hardware
- Connection recognition failures
- Macro instability causing hardware malfunction

**Requested features**

- Color correction for cameras
- Multi-row button label text support
- Auto-connect feature like ATEM Software Control
- SuperSource configuration grouping
- Title addition for streaming services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic free?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) free?

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic or MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic is rated higher. Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) averages 4.7 from 131 ratings.

### Do Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic or MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) have ads?

Neither Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic nor MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic or MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic ships an update every 6 weeks, and MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) every 2 months. Most recently, Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic was updated on October 29, 2026 and MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*