Comparison

Sidus Link vs Sun position and path

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

Head to head
About

Sidus Link

Control film lighting fixtures directly from your mobile device. This app offers advanced modes for white light, gels, color, and effects, with features for scene setup and collaboration. It supports over 100 fixtures and simplifies complex lighting workflows.

Highlights
  • Sidus Mesh Intelligent Lighting Network
  • White Light, Gel, Color, and Effect Modes
  • Unlimited Presets and QuickShots
  • On-set Workflow Management
  • Multi-device Control
  • Sidus Cloud and Creative Collaboration
Features
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Sidus Link provides a brand-new solution for film lighting control. Based on proprietary Sidus Mesh technology, it enables direct connection and control of over 100 film lighting fixtures using mobile devices like smartphones. Sidus Link integrates the most widely used and professional control functions and modes in the lighting field, including White Light Mode, Gel Mode, Color Mode, Effect Mode, and unlimited preset functions. With built-in Sidus Cloud and Creative Collaboration Group features, it simplifies workflows to help gaffers, DPs, and filmmakers quickly complete scene and lighting setups. Language Support: English Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Japanese Portuguese French Russian Vietnamese German 1. Sidus Mesh Intelligent Lighting Network 1.Decentralized film lighting network – No additional network equipment (gateways or routers) required; connect and control lighting fixtures directly via smartphones or other smart devices. 2.Multi-layer encryption ensures a secure and reliable lighting network, preventing interference and misoperation. 3.Supports 100+ professional lighting fixtures. 4.Multiple control devices (smartphones or other smart devices) can simultaneously control the same lighting network. 2. Basic Functions Supports four major control modes: White / Gel / Color / Effect. 2.1. White Light 1.CCT – Supports quick adjustment and touchpad-based control. 2.Source Type – Built-in common white light source library for fast selection. 3.Source Match – Quickly match any scene or cct 2.2. Gel Mode 1.Supports traditional CTO/CTB adjustments used in the film industry. 2.300+ Rosco® & Lee® lighting gels.Rosco® and Lee® trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners. 2.3. Color Mode 1.HSI & RGB modes for quick color adjustments. 2.XY Chromaticity Mode supports A Gamut (similar to BT.2020), DCI-P3, and BT.709 color spaces. 3.Color Picker – Instantly sample any visible color. 2.4. Effects Supports fine-tuning and control of all built-in lighting effects in Aputure fixtures. 2.5. Presets & QuickShots 1.Unlimited local presets. 2.QuickShot Scene Snapshots – Save and recall lighting setups instantly. 3. Advanced Effects Sidus Link App supports: PICKER FX MANUAL MUSIC FX Magic Program Pro/Go Magic Infinity FX 4. Compatibility 1.Sidus Link App supports connection and control of all new Aputure film lights, such as LS 300d II, MC, etc. 2.Legacy Aputure lights will require additional accessories for app connectivity and control.* 3.Supports OTA management – Network firmware and lighting updates for continuous optimization. 5. Sidus On-Set Lighting Workflow On-set workflow management – Create scenes, add devices, and quickly complete lighting setups. Console Workspace Mode – Quickly configure scenes and lighting. Group Management – Fast grouping and control of multiple fixtures. Power Management – Real-time monitoring of battery levels and remaining runtime. Device-Controller Parameter Sync – Instantly retrieve detailed device status and settings. QuickShot Scene Snapshots – Save and recall lighting setups. CC Collaboration Group Workflow Supports multi-user collaboration for controlling and adjusting lighting setups. 6. Sidus Cloud Services Free cloud storage for presets, scenes, and effects (requires compatible hardware/software; existing devices will be supported via firmware updates). CC Collaboration Group Workflow Share lighting networks with group members. Supports quick sharing via temporary verification codes. 7. UX Design Dual UI modes – Precise parameter control & WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get). Fixture Locator Button – Added to device lists and group management for quick identification. Onboarding guides – Clear instructions on adding/resetting devices.

About

Sun position and path

Visualize the sun's position and trajectory in real-time using augmented reality or by exploring any location on Google Maps. Plan activities and projects that depend on sunlight with this intuitive tool.

Highlights
  • AR sun position overlay
  • 3D sun trajectory visualization
  • Explore sun path on Google Maps
  • Seasonal sun position changes
  • Useful for photography and solar planning
Features
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With this application you can see the location of the sun changing with the season. Point the device to the sky, this application will display the position of the sun over the camera image like the AR. You can also go to any places on GoogleMap and display the sun's trajectory in that place in 3D. It can also be useful when planning things that have a lot to do with the movement of the sun. Taking photos, installing solar panels, home gardens, home renovation and purchase, checking shaded places on the go, etc.

Screenshots

Sidus Link4 screens
Sun position and path4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sidus Link at none against Sun position and path's 1. Sidus Link also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Sun position and path's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (83% vs 70%). On price, ratings volume 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. Sun position and path sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Sidus Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sun position and path holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 626 and 1.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Sidus Link's written reviews are positive against 83% of Sun position and path's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sidus Link ships an update every 2 weeks, Sun position and path every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Sidus Link versus Sun position and path: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSidus LinkSun position and path
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (626 ratings)4.7 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.8% of reviews83.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6261.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size381 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSidus Link Ltd.siranet GK

Customer experience

Sidus Link

All ratings626 ratings
Positive82.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative14.2%
Written reviews212 reviews
Positive69.8%
Neutral5.7%
Negative24.5%

Sun position and path

All ratings1,842 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews380 reviews
Positive83.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative12.4%

User reviews

Sidus Link

From 626 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🔒 Seamless connectivity
  • 💡 Powerful lighting control features
  • 🎨 Excellent color management
  • 🌟 Comprehensive ecosystem integration

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔁 Frequent need to reconnect
  • 🕰️ Slow response times
  • 🔒 Unnecessary password requirements
  • 🤯 Confusing UI for advanced features

Sun position and path

From 1.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fantastic for planning
  • 💡 Great for photography and solar panels
  • 👍 Helpful for gardening and landscaping
  • 👍 Accurate sun path visualization

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies
  • 🤔 Confusing interface for some
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

Bugs and requests

Sidus Link

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Inability to save/restore light settings
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Artnet support for lighting automation
  • Siri/voice control integration
  • Dedicated desktop/tablet app
  • Improved background operation and reconnection
  • More comprehensive tutorials and documentation

Sun position and path

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • AR mode not working as expected
  • Search functionality not reliable
  • Time zone issues in some locations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for 12-hour time format
  • Improve AR functionality and integration
  • Allow manual adjustment of sun path
  • Provide more detailed sun/moon tracking data

In-app purchases

None

Sidus Link

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sun position and path

Subscriptions1
  • Remove ads 1 month$1.991 Month

Questions

Is Sidus Link free?
Sidus Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sun position and path free?
Sun position and path is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sidus Link or Sun position and path?
Sun position and path is rated higher. Sidus Link averages 4.3 out of 5 from 626 ratings, while Sun position and path averages 4.7 from 1.8K ratings.
Do Sidus Link or Sun position and path have ads?
Sun position and path shows ads; Sidus Link does not.
Which is updated more often, Sidus Link or Sun position and path?
Sidus Link ships an update every 2 weeks, and Sun position and path every 6 weeks. Most recently, Sidus Link was updated on September 30, 2026 and Sun position and path on September 29, 2026.

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