Comparison

Dip Calc vs BobLab Tracks Remote

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

Head to head
About

Dip Calc

Instantly calculate DMX dip switch settings for lighting equipment. Quickly convert DMX addresses to switch positions or build addresses by tapping switches. Includes a built-in torch for dark environments.

Highlights
  • Calculate DMX dip switch settings from address
  • Tap switches to build/adjust address
  • On-screen number pad for address entry
  • Adjustable increment value
  • Save favorite increment presets
  • Store setup notes for jobs
  • Built-in torch control
Features
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Dip Calc is a fast, simple DMX dip switch calculator designed for lighting techs, installers, and anyone working with fixtures that still rely on physical dip switch addressing. Instead of manually working out switch positions, Dip Calc lets you enter a DMX address and instantly see which dips need to be set. It’s built to be quick to use on site, easy to understand, and helpful when you’re working under pressure. Features: - Quickly calculate DMX dip switch settings from a DMX address - Tap dip switches directly to build or adjust an address - Enter addresses using the on-screen number pad - Change the increment value for faster step-through adjustment - Save your own favourite increment presets - Store setup notes directly in the app - Save and reopen notes for different jobs, fixtures, or rigs - Quickly add DMX addresses to your notes while working - Built-in torch control for dark environments - Clean, simple interface designed for fast use on the job Dip Calc is made for real-world use — whether you’re addressing older fixtures, checking installs, troubleshooting a rig, or keeping track of patch information during setup. If you regularly work with dip switch fixtures and want a simple tool that helps you move faster, Dip Calc keeps the essentials close at hand.

About

BobLab Tracks Remote

Features
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IMPORTANT: In order for Tracks Remote to function properly, the connected QLab Workspace(s) should be based on our BobLab template. BobLab is available from our website. BobLab Tracks Remote enables seamless visual feedback of active Click Tracks running in a BobLab based QLab Workspace. Features include: - Automatic discovery of QLab instances on the network - Connection to both Main and Backup Workspaces - Support for passcode protected Workspaces - Optional playback controls - Optional load control to load to a specific Click Track - Kiosk Mode to hide setup options and avoid accidental changes BobLab Tracks Remote requires that the connected workspace was built with the BobLab, a suite of tools which extend the functionality of Figure 53’s brilliant QLab app. BobLab can be downloaded from our website, for more information please get in touch. Figure 53® and QLab® are registered trademarks of Figure 53, LLC.

Screenshots

Dip Calc4 screens
BobLab Tracks Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Dip Calc at every 8 days against BobLab Tracks Remote's every 3 months. Dip Calc also leads on price ($0.99 vs $2.99) and iOS requirement (15.2 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Dip Calc costs $0.99 and BobLab Tracks Remote $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dip Calc ships an update every 8 days, BobLab Tracks Remote every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dip Calc versus BobLab Tracks Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDip CalcBobLab Tracks Remote
Price$0.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.2 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCHRISTOPHER GEORGE RUSTAGERobert Willis

In-app purchases

None

Dip Calc

No in-app purchases

None

BobLab Tracks Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dip Calc free?
Dip Calc costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BobLab Tracks Remote free?
BobLab Tracks Remote costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dip Calc or BobLab Tracks Remote have ads?
Neither Dip Calc nor BobLab Tracks Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dip Calc or BobLab Tracks Remote?
Dip Calc ships an update every 8 days, and BobLab Tracks Remote every 3 months. Most recently, Dip Calc was updated on September 21, 2026 and BobLab Tracks Remote on September 18, 2026.

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