Comparison

CresTap vs LiveEQ

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

Head to head
About

CresTap

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CresTap is designed to control your Crestron automation system using Apple Watch. CresTap integrates natively with any 2, 3 and 4-Series control processor via the standard XPanel communication protocol. In addition you can run any combination of Digital, Analog and Serial commands using the power of Siri Shortcuts. Turn on your lights automatically when you arrive home or add your favorite scenes to your iPhone Home Screen for example (You can leverage the power of CresTap Siri Shortcuts even without an Apple Watch). ***CresTap connects to Crestron via a paired iPhone, please note that your Watch needs to be in (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) range of the paired iPhone. Features include; -Standard XPanel protocol eliminates the need for custom code. -Add a shortcut to CresTap on your favorite Apple Watch watch face. -Adapt the look and feel of the Watch App by customizing button and icon colors right from within the iPhone App. -Large set of documented built in icons to choose from. -Real time control for button pushes and feedback. -Up to 10 customizable buttons can be configured. -Connect via Wi-Fi or Mobile (TCP port forwarding may be required). SSL/TLS support for secure connections. -Use device discovery to scan your local network for Crestron devices. CresTap is simply setup by adding a standard XPanel symbol in your SIMPL Windows program and setting up button text and icon signals. Inside the iPhone app you will find sample code to help you get started. CresTap quickly connects to your control system after configuring connection details in the iPhone App and synchronizes automatically with your XPanel symbol running on your control processor upon connection. Please note that the IPID number of the SIMPL Windows symbol must match the IPID defined within CresTap. An icon reference pdf is built into CresTap as well as sample 2, 3 and 4-Series control system programs.

About

LiveEQ

This app connects the equestrian community by facilitating the discovery of horses, stables, trainers, jobs, and events. Users can list their own horses, businesses, or job openings for free, and communicate directly within the app. It aims to simplify the process of finding opportunities and resources within the horse world.

Highlights
  • Find horses with detailed filters
  • Locate stables and instructors
  • Discover equestrian events
  • Browse equine job listings
  • List horses, stables, and businesses for free
  • Direct in-app messaging
Features
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LiveEQ is the leading mobile equestrian app! Find horses, stables, equine jobs, trainers, events, service providers and more on LiveEQ for FREE. List your stable, horse, job, business listing and more completely free. LiveEQ is the best tool to grow your equestrian business and to find new opportunities in the horse world. Discover how the leading equestrian app can open doors for you today. Discover horses that meet your criteria with helpful filters such as breed, age, discipline, price, and more. Locate stables or instructors in your area that provide the services you need at the right price and location for you. Find new events to build your show calendar from A-rated to local school shows. Browse equestrian jobs to discover your next opportunity in the equine industry. FIND HORSES Filter through our extensive list of breeds, age ranges, disciplines and more to find the horse that fits you! Listing a horse for sale or lease? Build a beautiful listing quickly and for free on LiveEQ! Receive and respond to message inquiries directly within the app so you don’t have to give out your personal information until you’re ready. LOCATE STABLES Looking for a new home for your 4-legged best friend, or maybe a riding program for yourself or someone you know? Filter by location, discipline, services offered, price and much more to find the perfect set up before you even go through a tour. When you're ready to meet, send the stable a direct message and start a conversation directly in the app! Stable owners and managers can create a beautiful profile to get in front of new potential clients. Users can go directly to your website, call a phone number you list, or message you directly in the app to set up new appointments. MEET INSTRUCTORS Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned professional, a good coach is irreplaceable. That's why we've made it easier than ever to connect with instructors and trainers of all skill levels and price ranges! If you're an instructor looking for new clients - simply create a free Professional profile and get instant responses! PLAN YOUR EVENT CALENDAR Horse shows can be hard to find. Use our easy search and filtering functions to plan your complete horse show calendar from A rated events to local schooling shows. Event managers: easily list your show with your class lists, entry forms, and more in minutes. FIND EMPLOYMENT AND EMPLOYEES Finding equine jobs through word of mouth or Facebook groups is a thing of the past. With LiveEQ, you can browse thousands of jobs in the equine space tailored to your skill level and availability. Looking for new employees? Create a new job posting in minutes and start receiving messages from applicants! FIND A SERVICE PROVIDER OR LIST YOUR BUSINESS On LiveEQ, it's completely free to list your equine business! Create a service provider listing for your Farrier, Equine Dentistry, Equine Photography business and many more. LiveEQ makes it easier than ever to find service providers that meet your criteria. Filter by price range, service, and location to quickly get in touch with providers that can care for your horses needs.

Screenshots

CresTap4 screens
LiveEQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LiveEQ at Free against CresTap's $17.99. LiveEQ also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). CresTap's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

LiveEQ is free to download; CresTap costs $17.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CresTap ships an update every 2 months, LiveEQ monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CresTap versus LiveEQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCresTapLiveEQ
Price$17.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (731 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—22.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—731 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.514.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB218 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas KaspersLive EQ LLC

Bugs and requests

CresTap

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

LiveEQ

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Can't create an account
  • Filters don't work
  • Can't reset password
  • Messages don't load
  • Can't see horse details
Show 2 more
  • Notifications for messages don't work
  • Trouble uploading pictures

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to sell accessories like saddles
  • More users from the East Coast and England
  • Better filtering options for location

In-app purchases

None

CresTap

No in-app purchases

None

LiveEQ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CresTap free?
CresTap costs $17.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is LiveEQ free?
LiveEQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CresTap or LiveEQ have ads?
LiveEQ shows ads; CresTap does not.
Which is updated more often, CresTap or LiveEQ?
CresTap ships an update every 2 months, and LiveEQ monthly. Most recently, CresTap was updated on September 30, 2026 and LiveEQ on October 11, 2026.

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