# RTctrl vs SwitchEffect

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RTctrl at none against SwitchEffect's 3. RTctrl also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SwitchEffect sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. RTctrl asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | RTctrl | SwitchEffect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Size | 39 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HMO Europe B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1247770241) | [Adam Tow](https://appshunter.io/developer/376550492) |

## What reviewers say

### RTctrl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rtctrl-light-control/id1618410189)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SwitchEffect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switcheffect-video-switcher/id6804507880)

**Features:** Family Sharing, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Watermark Removal | $7.99 | per month |
| Annual Watermark Removal | $49.99 | per year |
| Permanent Watermark Removal | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RTctrl free?

RTctrl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SwitchEffect free?

SwitchEffect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do RTctrl or SwitchEffect have ads?

Neither RTctrl nor SwitchEffect shows ads.

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