Comparison

Monitor+ vs LutFtp(multilingual version)

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

Head to head
About

Monitor+

Transform your phone into a professional camera monitor with live view and remote control capabilities. Access camera content, utilize advanced assist functions, and even record live feeds. A Pro version unlocks even more powerful features for enhanced filmmaking.

Highlights
  • Live View
  • Remote Camera Control
  • UVC/Capture Card Support
  • Camera Content Access
  • Assist Functions (False Color, Zebra, etc.)
  • Focus Pulling
  • Apple Watch Extension
Features
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Currently only Sony a7R V, a7R IV, a9 III, a9 II, a7C, a7C II, a7CR, a7S III, a1, FX3, FX30, ZV-1, ZV-E10, ZV-E1, a7 IV and newer models are supported for wireless connection (Wi-Fi). When use wired connection (USB), previous camera models such as A7 III are also supported, detailed compatible table please refer to the website. Monitor+ turns your phone into a professional camera monitor instantly! Key Features: - Live View - Remote Control (Shutter Speed, Iris, ISO, WB...) - UVC/Capture Card support for iPadOS - Camera content access* - OSD image display* - Touch AF and display focus point* - Record and playback live view feeds* - Assist Functions* (False Color, Zebra, Waveform, Histogram, Vectorscope, Guide, Focus Peaking, Desqueeze, LUTs...) - Chroma Keying and Overlay* - Focus Pulling* - Apple Watch Extension* - Screen Lock* * Available on Pro version Disclaimer: Monitor+ is not affiliated with Sony Corporation in any way and is not a Sony product. “SONY”, “Sony” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

About

LutFtp(multilingual version)

This app helps save the original colors from Sony cameras directly. It's designed for models with native FTP functionality and can also work with select Canon, Nikon, and Fuji cameras. Background GPS usage may impact battery life.

Highlights
  • Save camera colors
  • Supports Sony cameras
  • Works with Canon, Nikon, Fuji
  • FTP integration
  • Color profile saving
Features
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FTP: Available on Sony / Canon / Nikon / Panasonic models that support FTP WiFi (New Sony): Available on new Sony models released after 2020 WiFi (Old Sony): Available on old Sony models released before 2020 USB: Available on Canon / Nikon / Panasonic / Fujifilm / Leica / OM System

Screenshots

Monitor+4 screens
LutFtp(multilingual version)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LutFtp(multilingual version) at 100% against Monitor+'s 45%. LutFtp(multilingual version) also leads on update cadence (daily vs monthly). Monitor+'s advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Monitor+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and LutFtp(multilingual version) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, LutFtp(multilingual version) daily. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Monitor+ versus LutFtp(multilingual version): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonitor+LutFtp(multilingual version)
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (280 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings280 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB724 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHON IN UN英武 宋

Customer experience

Monitor+

All ratings280 ratings
Positive52.9%
Neutral12.1%
Negative35.0%
Written reviews717 reviews
Positive45.2%
Neutral18.5%
Negative36.3%

LutFtp(multilingual version)

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Monitor+

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Incompatible with newer camera firmware updates
  • Inability to delete photos from the app
  • Inconsistent touch focus behavior
  • Incorrect exposure and color representation
  • Zebra levels not matching camera
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  • Inability to set zebra levels below 50%

Requested features

13 requests
  • Support for more Sony camera models (A7III, A6400, A6600, etc.)
  • Wired connection option for iOS
  • Audio level monitoring
  • Customizable frame guides and overlays
  • Onion skin feature
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  • Exposure meter display
  • Ability to apply LUT during playback
  • Vertical mode support for social media
  • Pinch-to-zoom on preview image
  • Half-press shutter button functionality
  • Automatic camera level display
  • Timecode support
  • Ability to record to external storage

LutFtp(multilingual version)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Monitor+

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$18.99
2 purchases

LutFtp(multilingual version)

One-time2
  • 解锁生成Lut图片/视频功能(但不包含内置LUT使用权)$4.99
  • 解锁生成Lut图片/视频功能$9.99

Questions

Is Monitor+ free?
Monitor+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LutFtp(multilingual version) free?
LutFtp(multilingual version) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Monitor+ or LutFtp(multilingual version) have ads?
Neither Monitor+ nor LutFtp(multilingual version) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Monitor+ or LutFtp(multilingual version)?
Monitor+ ships an update monthly, and LutFtp(multilingual version) daily. Most recently, Monitor+ was updated on October 19, 2026 and LutFtp(multilingual version) on October 7, 2026.

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