iHog vs OSC Deck
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iHog
This app transforms your device into a wireless remote for Hog 4 lighting consoles. It offers real-time control over theatrical lighting systems, allowing users to manage cues, palettes, and programmer functions from anywhere in a venue.
- Complete front panel control with LED feedback
- Rapid group and palette selection
- Live playback control
- Programmer management
- Per-show interface customization
- Real-time HogNet feedback
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Transform your device into a powerful wireless remote for Hog 4 consoles and Hog 4 PC. iHog gives lighting designers, programmers, and technicians instant control over theatrical lighting systems from anywhere in the venue. Professional Lighting Control at Your Fingertips Control your entire Hog 4 system wirelessly with real-time LED feedback. Perfect for theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and live entertainment professionals who need reliable remote access to their lighting console. Key Features: - Complete Front Panel Control - Access all Hog 4 front panel buttons with live LED status feedback - Rapid Group & Palette Selection - Quickly select fixtures and apply palettes without returning to the console - Playback Control - Go and release lists and scenes instantly during live shows - Programmer Management - Clear programmer, knockout selections, and manage your programming workflow - Per-Show Customization - Customize interface for each show file - Real-Time Feedback - See LED states update in real-time via HogNet Perfect For: - Lighting Designers programming from the stage - Technicians running shows remotely - Programmers needing quick palette access - Focus sessions requiring mobility Requirements: - HogNet connection required. Compatible with Hog 4 consoles and Hog 4 PC software. Take control of your lighting rig. Download iHog today. By using this app you agree to the End User License Agreement https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
OSC Deck
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OSC Deck turns your iPad into a professional OSC (Open Sound Control) controller. Designed for lighting technicians, audio engineers, and AV professionals who need a reliable, customizable touch interface on stage or in the studio. BUILD YOUR CONTROL SURFACE Drag and drop faders, buttons, knobs, and scene triggers onto any layout Vertical and horizontal faders with automatic orientation on resize Multiple pages for different zones or scenes Logo widget for branding your control surface SCENE CONTROL Save and recall complete lighting states with one tap Smooth fade transitions with configurable fade time Edit scenes inline — select faders, set levels, save Queue system for conflict-free scene transitions MULTI-DEVICE OSC Connect to multiple OSC devices simultaneously Configurable send and receive ports per device Route specific pages to specific devices Works with any OSC-compatible system: Qlab, ETC, MA, and more THEMES 7 built-in visual themes: Classic, Neon Glow, Warm Analog, Light Studio, Glass Frosted, Industrial, Gold, Ibiza Sunset Custom accent color per fader Theme is saved with each project PROJECT MANAGEMENT Export and import projects as .oscdeck files OSC device settings saved with the project Auto-versioned file names on export OSC Deck is optimized for iPad in landscape mode, giving you the maximum screen space for your control surface. Requires a local network connection to communicate with OSC devices. Compatible with iOS 16 and later.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OSC Deck at none against iHog's 12. OSC Deck also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. iHog sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. OSC Deck asks for nothing beyond the download.
iHog ships an update every 2 months, OSC Deck daily. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iHog | OSC Deck |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CCT Plus LLC (Apps) | jordy stultiens |
In-app purchases
iHog
- Monthly Unlock$1.991 Month
- iHog Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Yearly unlock7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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- Pro Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Tip - Smiles$0.99
- Lowest price for features$0.99
- Tip - hearts$2.99
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- Mid price for Punt Page$2.99
- Tip - buy a coffee for Maegan$4.99
- High Price for features$4.99
- Tip - 10 for Maegan$9.99
- Max price for features$9.99
OSC Deck
No in-app purchases









