Light Rider vs QRStudios
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Light Rider
Control DMX lights with pre-programmed effects and live adjustments. Choose from a vast library of fixtures to create dynamic light shows synced to music, ideal for DJs. Supports multiple DMX universes via Wi-Fi.
- 15,000+ lighting fixtures
- Pre-programmed effects (Move, Color, Flash)
- Live FX control (speed, fade, fan, size, shift)
- Music synchronization (Beat Tap, audio Pulse)
- Supports up to 4 DMX universes
- Wi-Fi connectivity
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Light Rider lets you control your DMX lights without needing to program anything. Choose from over 15,000 lighting fixtures and once added, they will bounce, chase, ride, sparkle and perform a light show like you’ve never seen before! Built on over 25 years of DMX lighting control experience, Light Rider finally puts a great light show into the hands of a working DJ, who might not have the time to spend hours programming scenes before a show. Carefully crafted by Light Rider’s developers and DJs - Move FX are on the left, Color FX on the right, Flash FX in the middle and presets along the bottom. Ride your FX live with the speed, fade, fan, size and shift controls. Sync with the music using Beat Tap and audio Pulse analysis Light Rider supports up to 4 DMX universes (2048 channels) with iPad via WiFi. To connect the app with your lights, you can use: -Any Nicolaudie Group Ethernet - DMX interface (e.g. Sunlite Suite2-FC, Daslight DVC4-GZM) -Any Art-Net device (In-App purchase) -Our brand new Light Rider Wi-Fi DMX interface
QRStudios
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Discover QRStudio, the ultimate app to create, customize, and manage your QR Codes on iOS and macOS. Whether you are a professional or an individual, QRStudio offers a complete suite of tools to generate unique and functional QR Codes in seconds. KEY FEATURES: • Versatile Creation: Generate QR Codes for all your needs: URLs, WiFi networks (auto-connect), vCard business cards, emails, SMS, phone numbers, social networks (Instagram, TikTok, X, etc.), and geolocation. • Advanced Customization: Make your QR Codes unique with our professional design tools. - Add your logo in the center (square or circular shapes). - Apply custom colors and stunning gradients. - Adjust transparency for perfect integration on your materials. - Choose the error correction level (L, M, Q, H). • iCloud Sync: Find all your QR Codes and templates on all your devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac) instantly. Start a design on your Mac and show it on your iPhone. • Interactive Widgets: Access your favorite QR Codes directly from your Home Screen with iOS 18 widgets. • Smart History & Templates: - Save your creations in history for easy retrieval. - Create reusable templates to save time on recurring designs. • Pro Export: Export your QR Codes in high quality PDF or PNG format for your prints and marketing materials. Privacy First: Your data remains private, and most actions are performed locally on your device. Download QRStudio now and take your sharing to the next dimension!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QRStudios at none against Light Rider's 1. Light Rider's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Light Rider sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QRStudios asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Light Rider | QRStudios |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 139 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nicolaudie | Guilhem Normand |
In-app purchases
Light Rider
- Unlock Art Net$129.99
QRStudios
No in-app purchases









