Comparison

V vs amaran

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

Head to head
About

V

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V-1HD+ Remote is an application for remotely controlling the Roland V-1HD+ video switcher. Instead of making settings on the unit or taking up the preview monitor, you can control most of the following functions in real-time with the V-1HD+ Remote. -Switching video and audio -Specifying the effect assigned to each video bus -Changing volume levels -Adjusting the degree of effects applied -Saving and recalling eight preset memories -Adjusting the output video -Making system settings etc Notes: *The V-1HD+ you are connecting to must be running at the latest version(Version 1.10 or later). *For the connection method on the V-1HD+ itself, please refer to the V-1HD+ Remote User's Manual. *For the settings on the V-1HD+ itself, please refer to the V-1HD+ User's Manual. https://proav.roland.com/global/products/v-1hd_plus/support/

About

amaran

Control your lighting setup effortlessly with a user-friendly interface. Manage multiple fixtures, adjust brightness, and save custom configurations in real-time. This app is designed to simplify your creative process, whether on location or in the studio.

Highlights
  • Simplified lighting control
  • Real-time adjustments
  • Multi-light management
  • Customizable shortcuts
  • Save favorite setups
  • Toggle lights on/off
  • Adjust brightness
Features
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Ready to light up your creative world with ease? The amaran app brings a simplified, user-friendly interface that makes lighting control easy and hassle-free, so you can focus on what you do best – creating your content! Whether you’re shooting on-the-go or working from your studio, the app can control all your Sidus-compatible amaran and Aputure fixtures, powered by the Sidus Mesh. With real-time control, multi-light management, customizable shortcuts for quick adjustments, and the ability to save your favorite setups with just a tap, the amaran mobile app ensures you spend less time setting up and more time on your creative process. You also have the ability to toggle your lights on and off, adjust the brightness, or quickly identify the status of each light — see what color they're set to or if they're displaying an effect — all straight from the device menu. Tailored specifically for creators, this app is the perfect tool to elevate your content creation experience. With a simplified interface that’s easier to navigate, the amaran app lets you manage multiple lights, save your favorite setups, and make real-time adjustments. Just dive in, explore its intuitive features, and watch your creativity shine. Real-time control over your creative environment is just a tap away!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: amaran at every 2 months against V's every 43 months. amaran also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

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

V ships an update every 43 months, amaran every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
V versus amaran: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVamaran
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.7 (39 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—39 — better
Update frequencyEvery 43 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoland CorporationSidus Link Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

V

No in-app purchases

None

amaran

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is V free?
V is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is amaran free?
amaran is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do V or amaran have ads?
Neither V nor amaran shows ads.
Which is updated more often, V or amaran?
V ships an update every 43 months, and amaran every 2 months. Most recently, V was updated on October 10, 2026 and amaran on October 24, 2026.

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