Comparison

ZOLAR vs Godox KNOWLED

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

Head to head
About

ZOLAR

Features
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Zolar is an application independently developed by Shenzhen ImagineVision Technology Ltd. which can control multiple light fixtures. The App is mainly connected to the light fixture through Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and the photographer can adjust the Correlated Color Temperature, Intensity, RGBAW and Light Effect of the light fixture in real time according to the usage scene, which greatly improves the convenience of using the light fixture. At the same time, Zolar App provides the function of firmware upgrade of light fixture, which improves the maintainability of light fixture.

About

Godox KNOWLED

This application provides professional DMX lighting control for film and television production. It allows for visualized layout, synchronized simulation, and real-time adjustments of lighting parameters through a user-friendly interface. Compatible with various lighting devices supporting the DMX protocol.

Highlights
  • Visualized lighting layout and simulation
  • Lumenradio Bluetooth and Ethernet connectivity
  • Stable DMX control for multiple lights
  • WYSIWYG interface for intuitive control
  • Real-time parameter display (CCT, RGB, xy)
  • Cross-manufacturer lighting device compatibility
  • Open and customizable light library
Features
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Godox KNOWLED is a professional-grade lighting control application designed for lighting designers, film producers, TV professionals, and other industry experts who require professional control over DMX lighting. It offers the following functions: 1. Visualized layout of film and television lighting: Allows placement of lights and synchronized simulation of lighting control effects. 2. Simple and convenient connectivity: Supports mature connection methods such as Lumenradio Bluetooth and Ethernet for quick and easy control. 3. Stable and reliable control for multiple lights: Supports standard DMX protocols for both wired and wireless control of complex lighting effects. 4. User-friendly interface: The revolutionary interface provides a What-You-See-Is-What-You-Get (WYSIWYG) experience, allowing users to quickly and easily control complex lighting functions without the need for extensive training. The app enables visual adjustments and previews of lighting devices, truly revolutionizing the traditional control console experience. Real-time displays of brightness, color, and other parameters are available in CCT, RGB, xy, and other modes. 5. Strong compatibility: Controls lighting devices from multiple manufacturers using a single app, compatible with any brand that supports the DMX protocol. 6. Open system light library and customizable local light library: Offers a rich system light library for controlling different brands of lighting fixtures. For unsupported fixtures, users can create a local light library based on their own needs.

Screenshots

ZOLAR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Godox KNOWLED at fortnightly against ZOLAR's every 2 months. ZOLAR's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.1 vs 15.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ZOLAR ships an update every 2 months, Godox KNOWLED fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 20, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
ZOLAR versus Godox KNOWLED: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZOLARGodox KNOWLED
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS13.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB61 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperImagineVision Tech Co., LtdGodox Photo Equipment Co.,Ltd

In-app purchases

None

ZOLAR

No in-app purchases

None

Godox KNOWLED

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZOLAR free?
ZOLAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Godox KNOWLED free?
Godox KNOWLED is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZOLAR or Godox KNOWLED have ads?
Neither ZOLAR nor Godox KNOWLED shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ZOLAR or Godox KNOWLED?
ZOLAR ships an update every 2 months, and Godox KNOWLED fortnightly. Most recently, ZOLAR was updated on September 20, 2026 and Godox KNOWLED on September 20, 2026.

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