DMXelf vs Hondys
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DMXelf
This app, paired with portable hardware, allows for easy detection, analysis, and control of DMX512 input/output devices like lighting fixtures and consoles. It provides a solution for testing DMX lighting equipment without needing complex control consoles.
- DMX512 device detection
- Analyze DMX devices
- Control DMX devices
- Portable hardware integration
- Test lighting fixtures
- Eliminate complex consoles
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DMXelf （领焰小精灵） 智能检测工具可以轻松检测、分析、控制任何DMX512输入输出设备，包括灯具和灯控台等，全套设备由一个便携硬件和App组成。 DMXelf解决了用户所面临的：在不使用复杂的灯光控制台的情况下打开和测试DMX照明设备的问题。
Hondys
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This product is a smart wireless LED tube, using 2.4G WIFI wireless transmission, support wireless ARTNET/DMX signal control, the control distance can reach 60M; Supports manual\PC\APP control, easy to use; 160°beam angle, which can realize various lighting effects such as monochrome, gradient, flowing water, jumping, etc,dynamic; Pre-programmed multiple lighting modes, suitable for various scenarios; powered by rechargeable batteries, support PD3.0 fast charging protocol, the minimum working time of full power is 4 hours, and the minimum working time of power saving mode is 6.5 hours; Hanging rings, light buckles, tripods stand,Three-dimensional connecting rod and other installation methods; Suitable for stage lighting, stage performances, temporary events, auto shows, wedding lighting, outdoor travel, photography, concerts and other places.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Hondys at every 11 days against DMXelf's monthly. DMXelf's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DMXelf ships an update monthly, Hondys every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DMXelf | Hondys |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 江苏领焰智能科技有限公司 | 锐敏 林 |
In-app purchases
DMXelf
No in-app purchases
Hondys
No in-app purchases
