Comparison

DJI Pilot vs PIX4Dcatch

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

Head to head
About

DJI Pilot

Control and monitor DJI drones with real-time HD image transmission. This app allows for aircraft and camera control, firmware updates, and flight record management. It offers a user-friendly interface for professional drone operation.

Highlights
  • Real-time HD image transmission
  • Aircraft control
  • Camera control and playback
  • Firmware updates
  • Flight record synchronization
  • User-friendly UI
Features
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Concise yet professional, here comes the new version of DJI Pilot. The brand new DJI Pilot app supports the latest DJI drones. The new DJI Pilot app can assist the DJI drones to transmit pictures in real time smoothly, control the aircraft, as well as control the camera and its playback. You can also update the firmware and check flight records using DJI Pilot. New Features: Provides a new and user-friendly UI. Supports the feature where you can check the HD image transmission in real-time. Adjusts the camera parameters to provide better and more professional camera control. Improves camera playback. Supports real-time flight records sync. Improves firmware update.

About

PIX4Dcatch

Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Capture images and LiDAR data to create accurate 3D models for professional use. Visualize, measure, and share your creations in AR.

Highlights
  • 3D model creation from images and LiDAR
  • RTK device compatibility for centimeter accuracy
  • Live feedback during capture
  • Augmented reality (AR) model visualization
  • Cloud processing and desktop export options
  • Measurement and geolocation capabilities
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Digitize Reality: Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Simply point and record to create professional-grade 3D models. Pair with a compatible RTK device for centimeter-level accuracy, precise measurements, and geolocated 3D reconstructions. Visualize the captured model in the app, upload and export, and view it in AR. New ArcGIS Workflow: PIX4Dcatch now streams ArcGIS data in realtime in AR to provide in-field operators full contextual information about the entire site including 3D reconstructions and attributes. Our capture feature generates complete and defensible georeferenced 3D reconstructions which can be communicated seamlessly back to ArcGIS. New Guide-To Feature: PIX4Dcatch has a guide-to feature directing users to specified geolocated assets for staking, boosting onsite efficiency and accuracy. Just select the point or reconstruction you would like to find and follow the arrows in AR. WORKFLOW 1 – Scan & Capture Walk around your site. The app automatically gathers data and provides live feedback using iOS LiDAR, ensuring you capture every detail. For enhanced accuracy, use an RTK device compatible with PIX4Dcatch, PIX4D Autotags with a fully automated workflow, or combine both. 2 – Process, Analyze & Share Process your data by uploading to PIX4Dcloud for online analysis and sharing, or export to PIX4Dmatic for desktop processing. Both platforms offer a 14-day free trial. Projects can also be exported to third-party photogrammetry software. Measure spaces, document results, and enjoy all the benefits of a detailed 2D/3D model of your surroundings. 3 – View in AR Experience an immersive augmented-reality view. Display 3D models and points directly in your phone camera in AR. ____________________ USE CASES • Digitize construction sites • Measure stockpiles and other objects • Document underground utilities • Digitize indoor and outdoor spaces with Autotags • Visualize and verify 3D models in AR in real time • Perform single-point measurements with RTK accuracy ____________________ COMPATIBILITY • Optimized for LiDAR-equipped devices (Pro series phones) • All ARKit-enabled devices • RTK devices: Emlid Reach RX and RX2, TopCon HiPer CR, Bad Elf Flex Mini, Bad Elf Flex, Trimble DA2, Leica Zeno FLX100 ____________________ TERMS OF USE https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DJI Pilot3 screens
PIX4Dcatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PIX4Dcatch at 4.7 against DJI Pilot's 2.1. PIX4Dcatch also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (33% vs 9%). DJI Pilot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. PIX4Dcatch sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $159.00 per month. DJI Pilot asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PIX4Dcatch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 174 and 264 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of DJI Pilot's written reviews are positive against 33% of PIX4Dcatch's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DJI Pilot ships an update every 5 months, PIX4Dcatch every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DJI Pilot versus PIX4Dcatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDJI PilotPIX4Dcatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (174 ratings)4.7 (264 ratings) — better
Positive reviews9.0% of reviews32.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings174264 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size374 MB239 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperDJIPix4D

Customer experience

DJI Pilot

All ratings173 ratings
Positive24.9%
Neutral5.8%
Negative69.4%
Written reviews244 reviews
Positive9.0%
Neutral9.0%
Negative82.0%

PIX4Dcatch

All ratings264 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive32.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative60.0%

User reviews

DJI Pilot

From 174 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ Works on iPad for some users
  • 🎯 Supports enterprise drone models
  • 📱 Functional on Android devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Constant app crashes during flight
  • 🔐 Login verification screen blocked by keyboard
  • 📱 Poor iOS/iPhone compatibility
  • 🖥️ UI elements cut off or inaccessible on screen
  • ⚠️ Flight records sync feature completely broken

PIX4Dcatch

From 264 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great idea for photogrammetry
  • 🚀 Works well for professional use
  • 👍 Consistently gets survey grade results
  • 👍 Useful as an additional survey tool
  • 👍 Amazing, game changer

Room to improve

  • 💰 Very expensive subscription
  • 💰 High monthly subscription cost
  • 💰 Way too expensive for small objects
  • 💰 Unclear cost structure
  • 💰 Credits add up unexpectedly

Bugs and requests

DJI Pilot

Reported bugs

20 issues
  • App crashes on launch or during flight
  • Login verification code field unresponsive due to keyboard overlay
  • Flight records screen zoomed in with no scroll capability
  • Sync button cut off screen on iPhone devices
  • External speaker connection causes immediate crash
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  • Device compatibility detection fails despite meeting requirements
  • Screen jumps during login process preventing verification entry
  • App freezes on verification screen
  • MSX thermal mode reverts to low-resolution after firmware update
  • Auto-focus not working in video mode
  • Downloaded videos appear out of focus during live view
  • No-fly zone unlock confirmations not populating
  • Drone controller linking shows success but doesn't actually connect
  • App crashes when syncing flight records on iPad Pro
  • Constant disconnections from drone during operation
  • Firmware upload fails repeatedly
  • GPS timestamping not copying to clipboard on iOS
  • App not supporting advertised iOS versions
  • Crashes on iOS 13+ versions
  • Incompatible with iPhone 6S despite listed support

Requested features

15 requests
  • Waypoint programming and autonomous flight modes
  • Intelligent Flight Modes (IFM) support
  • Thermal camera radiometric data and FLIR tools integration
  • Live streaming to Facebook and other social media platforms
  • Flight record sync functionality on iOS
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  • iPad Pro full-screen optimization and resolution support
  • MSX thermal mode functionality
  • Parity with DJI Go 4 app features
  • Proper keyboard handling for login screens
  • Landing protection toggle option
  • Support for all enterprise drone models
  • iOS 13+ compatibility
  • iPhone XS/XR/11 Pro Max support
  • Multi-gimbal support on iOS
  • Firmware update functionality

PIX4Dcatch

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • App crashes or shows SDK error with Emlid RX
  • Upload doesn't work for Dropbox or OneDrive
  • Mesh doesn't display like past versions
  • Cannot build an accurate model
  • App locks out
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  • Outputs contradict (geo tags vs GCP coordinates)
  • Cannot log into Pix account inside the app (keyboard issue)
  • Does not recognize license
  • Stopped uploading
  • Photos stored in app, impossible to get if not uploading
  • Create account impossible
  • Cannot register
  • Cannot get contact without registration
  • App unbrauchbar (unusable)
  • Trial cannot be cancelled
  • Scan took 4 days to process
  • Fatal results
  • Slow and annoying

Requested features

6 requests
  • Make it possible to work with any GNSS through NMEA Protocol
  • Export GCP's in GPS coordinates as well
  • Add instructions or tips
  • Allow export to local device instead of cloud
  • Allow export of images to PC for free
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  • Allow testing of 3D generation with a limit of pictures or generated 3Ds for free

In-app purchases

None

DJI Pilot

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PIX4Dcatch

Subscriptions1
  • PIX4Dcatch Professional14 Days trial$159.001 Month

Questions

Is DJI Pilot free?
DJI Pilot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PIX4Dcatch free?
PIX4Dcatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DJI Pilot or PIX4Dcatch?
PIX4Dcatch is rated higher. DJI Pilot averages 2.1 out of 5 from 174 ratings, while PIX4Dcatch averages 4.7 from 264 ratings.
Do DJI Pilot or PIX4Dcatch have ads?
Neither DJI Pilot nor PIX4Dcatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DJI Pilot or PIX4Dcatch?
DJI Pilot ships an update every 5 months, and PIX4Dcatch every 2 weeks. Most recently, DJI Pilot was updated on October 20, 2026 and PIX4Dcatch on October 20, 2026.

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