Comparison

DMXelf vs FixtureLink

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • DMX512 device detection
  • Analyze DMX devices
  • Control DMX devices
  • Portable hardware integration
  • Test lighting fixtures
  • Eliminate complex consoles
Features
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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。

About

FixtureLink

Features
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This comprehensive tool software is designed for professional lighting fixture management, replacing traditional wired consoles with wireless technology. It covers the entire lifecycle—from device deployment and daily dimming to post-maintenance. Application Scenarios: Stage lighting, cultural tourism and night tour lighting, landscape illumination, event setups, equipment rental, lighting manufacturers, and more. Key Features: Dual-Mode Connectivity & Device Management – Supports both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for searching and connecting to fixtures, with automatic discovery of all lights on site. Read essential parameters such as firmware version, operating hours, and DMX addresses. Rewrite addresses, switch channel modes, and configure physical axes (Pan/Tilt) for individual fixtures or in bulk. Precision Dimming Control – Offers independent single-channel control to accommodate various fixture profile mappings. The dimming engine supports multiple color models including Color Wheel, CCT, RGB, and HSL, with quick-access presets for commonly used colors. Built-in dynamic effect templates make it easy to create atmospheres on the fly. NFC Near-Field Communication – Leverages NFC chip capabilities to read parameters even when fixtures are powered off. Supports touch-to-write configuration uploads. For multiple unpowered fixtures, batch writing with automatic address calculation streamlines installation efficiency.

Screenshots

DMXelf3 screens
FixtureLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DMXelf at 12.0 against FixtureLink's 15.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DMXelf ships an update monthly, FixtureLink every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
DMXelf versus FixtureLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDMXelfFixtureLink
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer江苏领焰智能科技有限公司炳锡 苏

In-app purchases

None

DMXelf

No in-app purchases

None

FixtureLink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DMXelf free?
DMXelf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FixtureLink free?
FixtureLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DMXelf or FixtureLink have ads?
Neither DMXelf nor FixtureLink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DMXelf or FixtureLink?
DMXelf ships an update monthly, and FixtureLink every 2 weeks. Most recently, DMXelf was updated on October 2, 2026 and FixtureLink on October 7, 2026.

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