Comparison

Hahnemühle vs Westcott

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

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About

Hahnemühle

Access product support, tutorials, and exclusive tools like a paper calculator and finder. Become part of the Excellence Program, manage your Hahnemühle ID, and find global partners. Share events and stay updated on the latest news and products.

Highlights
  • Product support and tutorials
  • Exclusive PRO App tools
  • Paper Calculator and Finder
  • Hahnemühle ID account management
  • Excellence Program participation
  • MyArtRegistry service
  • Global partner locator
Features
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Get support for your Hahnemühle products, become part of the Hahnemühle Excellence Program or promote your event in the Hahnemühle Community. With the Hahnemühle App you have access to a wide range of instructions and tutorials, all global Hahnemühle partners and exclusive tools. - PRO App - Get our PRO App and have exclusive access to our new tools and services like our Paper Calculator or Paper Finder. With upcoming updates, we will add more tools and provide you with even more features. - Tools - In the Tools area, PRO App users will and our Paper Calculator, Paper Finder, and ICC Profiling Service. These programs should support you even better in your daily work or the preparations of exhibitions. - Hahnemühle ID - Create your own account and receive your personalized Hahnemühle ID - your universal key to all Hahnemühle-related accounts (website, shop, app) and functions. Your data will be synchronized and available to you anytime and anywhere. - Excellence Program - Become part of the leading FineArt Printing network with all the benefits! Send us a certification request and have your print studio certified as a Hahnemühle Certified Studio. Once certified, you have the opportunity to advance in the Excellence Program and enjoy even more benefits. You can find all the benefits and the necessary requirements for this in the app as well. - MyArtRegistry - Our well-known service MyArtRegistry is now also available in the app and can be used on your mobile device. - Support and assistance - Use the search function and enter keywords (e.g., ICC-profiles) related to your problem. Select an appropriate question and follow the instructions to solve your problem. The answers are divided into FAQs, step-by-step instructions and video tutorials. If none of the answers match your problem, you can contact our support team for professional help. - Partners - Hahnemühle is represented worldwide. Find a partner near you and get in touch if you have any questions or product interests. - Share your own events - Are you planning or do you know of an event that uses or features Hahnemühle media? Send it to us with concrete information. We will check your details and enter the event publicly in our event calendar for all to see. - News - Here we always inform you about the latest products and keep you up to date. - Subscription notice - Your subscription will automatically renew, and payment will be charged to your iTunes account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. You can turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Terms & Conditions: https://www.hahnemuehle.com/en/privacy.html Terms of Delivery and Sale: https://www.hahnemuehle.store/en/information/terms-of-service/

About

Westcott

Control compatible Westcott lights and triggers wirelessly from your mobile device. Adjust settings, manage groups, and save custom lighting scenes for a faster workflow. Keep your connected products updated with over-the-air firmware updates.

Highlights
  • Remote control of FJ Speedlights and Strobes
  • Adjust L-Series COBs and Ice Light 3 settings
  • Manage groups and channels
  • Create and save custom lighting scenes
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Bluetooth connectivity
Features
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Supported Devices: • FJ-X3 Wireless Trigger (for controlling FJ Wireless lights) • FJ-X2 Wireless Trigger (for controlling FJ Wireless lights) • Ice Light 3 • L120-B COB • L60-B COB Take Full Control from the Palm of Your Hand Connect your mobile device to your favorite Westcott lights and triggers for fast and reliable control. Control Your FJ Speedlights and Strobes Link the FJ-X3 and FJ-X2 Wireless Triggers to the app for remote control of your compatible speedlights and strobes. Supported models include FJ80, FJ80 II, FJ80-SE, FJ200, FJ400, FJ400 II, and FJ800. Manage groups, channels, output settings, and more from your mobile device for faster workflow on set. [Note: FJ-T1 Wireless Trigger is not Bluetooth® compatible.] Endless Creative Control for L-Series COBs & Ice Light 3 Complete control of your L-Series COBs and Ice Light 3: adjust light output, switch modes, activate FX, and fine-tune FX frequency with quick, reliable Bluetooth control. Create and Save Custom Scenes You can store up to 99 custom lighting scenes that recall your favorite setups in seconds. Scenes work with both L-Series COBs and FJ strobes and speedlights. Stay Ready for Your Next Shoot Keep your connected products up to date for the best performance. The app supports OTA firmware updates for the Ice Light 3, L120-B COB, and L60-B COB. Note: Reference the Westcott device manual for compatibility. To ensure optimal performance, keep all software and firmware up to date across all connected devices, including cameras, Westcott FJ & L-Series devices, mobile devices, and the Westcott StudioLink app. Instructional FAQ Link: https://help.fjwestcott.com/en-US/using-the-westcott-studio-link-app Disclaimer: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by F.J. Westcott Co. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Westcott is a brand of F.J. Westcott Co. in the U.S.A. ® and ™ designate trademarks of F.J. Westcott Co. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © F.J. Westcott Co. All rights reserved.

Screenshots

Hahnemühle4 screens
Westcott4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Westcott at none against Hahnemühle's 2. Westcott also leads on ratings volume (19 vs 4) and review sentiment (42% vs 33%). Hahnemühle's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). On price, rating, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hahnemühle sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Westcott asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Westcott holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Hahnemühle's written reviews are positive against 42% of Westcott's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hahnemühle ships an update every 3 months, Westcott every 6 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Hahnemühle versus Westcott: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHahnemühleWestcott
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (4 ratings)2.9 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews41.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings419 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHahnemuhle FineArt GmbHF. J. Westcott Co.

Customer experience

Hahnemühle

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%

Westcott

All ratings19 ratings
Positive47.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative52.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative58.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hahnemühle

Subscriptions2
  • Hahnemühle PRO Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Hahnemühle PRO Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year
None

Westcott

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hahnemühle free?
Hahnemühle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Westcott free?
Westcott is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hahnemühle or Westcott?
Westcott is rated higher. Hahnemühle averages 2.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Westcott averages 2.9 from 19 ratings.
Do Hahnemühle or Westcott have ads?
Neither Hahnemühle nor Westcott shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hahnemühle or Westcott?
Hahnemühle ships an update every 3 months, and Westcott every 6 months. Most recently, Hahnemühle was updated on November 3, 2026 and Westcott on November 3, 2026.

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