ARRI ECS vs Teradek Serv
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ARRI ECS
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The βECS Syncβ iPhone app functions as a direct communication platform between ARRI and users of ARRIβs Electronic Control System (ECS). Adaptable to any camera and any lens, ARRI ECS tools include wireless hand units and digital controllers, intelligent lens motors, and distance measurers. With the ECS Sync app, users can receive up-to-the-minute software updates, news, and answers to frequently asked questions relevant to these products. In addition, the ECS Sync app enables Bluetooth file sharing between ECS devices and the app via the new Hi-5 hand unit, without the need of a bulky laptop on set. Software versions can be synchronized, and transferred from the app to the connected devices. Lens files and user settings can be archived in the app, or forwarded on, including to the userβs Google Drive or Drop Box. Lens files can also be displayed graphically, contributing to the appβs usefulness as a portable and intuitive filmmaking tool. Features: β’ Save and load lens tables and user setup files to/from the Hi-5 hand unit via Bluetooth β’ Create a personalized lens data archive in the ECS Sync app β’ Update the Hi-5 hand unit and connected LBUS devices via the app β’ Get the latest news about ARRI ECS products β’ Distribute lens tables and user setup files from the app via email, WhatsApp, Dropbox, Google Drive and more
Teradek Serv
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Keep track of your live stream from your smart device with the Serv app. Easily monitor your video and audio feed, while reviewing stream stats like bitrate, bonding status, and network health. And take it one step further by enabling hotspot bonding with multiple cellular devices for fast, reliable internet connectivity wherever you go.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Teradek Serv at every 4 months against ARRI ECS's every 14 months. Teradek Serv also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ARRI ECS ships an update every 14 months, Teradek Serv every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ARRI ECS | Teradek Serv |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 4 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ARRI Group | Teradek |
In-app purchases
ARRI ECS
No in-app purchases
Teradek Serv
No in-app purchases









