Comparison

LDX Scanner vs PhotoRoute

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

Head to head
About

LDX Scanner

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The LDX Scanner is an app that uses NFC to wirelessly communicate with the Grass Valley LDX 100 Series broadcast cameras. This app allows you to read-out diagnostics of the LDX 100, even when the camera is powered off completely. This is important, because this means that during the logistical part of the operation, there is no need to build-up the camera, power it and go through the camera's menus (although they have been build-up ergonomically as well). The information you can read-out with the LDX Scanner includes things like the serial number, installed package version, the IP address where the camera can be reached, installed Options/Licenses and the last known configuration. All the things you need to successfully integrate the camera into your infrastructure. You can also easily export the retrieved information by sharing it as a PDF via the phone's communication methods, like mail. In addition to reading-out these diagnostics, the same app can also be used to install new so-called Options (Licenses). Yes, again even when the camera is switched off. Once the Option is cut via the customer's on-line License Management tool, it can be sent to the operator and he or she can then use the LDX Scanner to transfer the Option to the LDX 100 Series. In case the camera is powered-off at the moment of transfer, the camera will validate and install the new Option at the next boot cycle of the camera. The LDX Scanner app fits with the logistical reality of Broadcast Operation and is the ideal tool to get your LDX 100 broadcast camera up-and-running in any IP infrastructure within minutes. Please make sure you have iPhone 7 or newer model with at least iOS 14 installed.

About

PhotoRoute

Features
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PhotoRoute – Adventure Map Tool Transform your photos into vivid, interactive travel maps. PhotoRoute automatically builds an animated route from the GPS data in your pictures and videos. Whether you’re hiking a mountain trail or circumnavigating the globe, you can watch your journey unfold. Key Features β€’ Smart Trip Creation – Select a date range and instantly generate a trip that includes every location you photographed. β€’ Beautiful Maps – View your journey on Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap with smooth, color-graded route lines that show the progress of your travels. β€’ Export & Share – Save your map as a high-resolution picture directly to Photos, or export your trip as KML, or GeoJSON for use in other mapping or GIS apps. β€’ Multi-Language Interface – Enjoy PhotoRoute in your preferred language; the app adapts automatically to the system language and date formats. β€’ Privacy Friendly – Everything is stored and processed on your device; nothing is uploaded unless you choose to share. Perfect for travelers, photographers, sailors, and hikers who want to turn memories into beautiful maps.

Screenshots

LDX Scanner3 screens
PhotoRoute4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LDX Scanner at Free against PhotoRoute's $4.99. LDX Scanner also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.5). PhotoRoute's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 21 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

LDX Scanner is free to download; PhotoRoute costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LDX Scanner ships an update every 21 months, PhotoRoute monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
LDX Scanner versus PhotoRoute: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLDX ScannerPhotoRoute
PriceFree β€” better$4.99
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsMonthly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 β€” better18.5
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrass Valley USA, LLCPeter Underwood

In-app purchases

None

LDX Scanner

No in-app purchases

None

PhotoRoute

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LDX Scanner free?
LDX Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PhotoRoute free?
PhotoRoute costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do LDX Scanner or PhotoRoute have ads?
Neither LDX Scanner nor PhotoRoute shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LDX Scanner or PhotoRoute?
LDX Scanner ships an update every 21 months, and PhotoRoute monthly. Most recently, LDX Scanner was updated on September 9, 2026 and PhotoRoute on September 25, 2026.

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