Comparison

Mrmr OSC controller vs G3Link

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

Head to head
About

Mrmr OSC controller

Transform your mobile device into a versatile controller for live installations, multimedia performances, and interactive exhibits. Create custom interfaces with a text editor and utilize open standards for seamless integration with VJ/DJ software and other multimedia tools.

Highlights
  • Custom interface creation via text editor
  • Multiuser support
  • Client peer-to-peer or client-server models
  • Open standards (zeroconfig, OSC)
  • Dynamic, reconfigurable widgets
  • OSC controller for VJ/DJ software
Features
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Mrmr (http://ecumedesjours.com/Mrmr/) is an ongoing research project to develop a standardized set of protocols and syntax conventions to control live installations and multimedia performances via mobile devices. The project was begun by Eric Redlinger, then researcher-in-residence at the Polytechnic Institute of NYU's experimental media center. Mrmr enables you to use ordinary cell phones and tablets as controllers in audio-visual performances, or to participate in interactive museum exhibits, or to use your mobile device in the place of the mouse or trackpad from your full-size computer. It also makes a great, free OSC controller for Max/MSP, VDMX and other VJ/DJ software. Key elements of the Mrmr project are: • create your own interfaces using only a text editor • multiuser by design / client peer-to-peer or client-server models supported • open standards (zeroconfig/bonjour/mdns, OSC) • dynamic interfaces: widgets can be reconfigured 'on the fly'

About

G3Link

Control essential grandMA3 lighting console functions remotely from your mobile device. Ideal for lighting programmers and technicians to adjust fixtures, recall presets, and send commands while on stage during pre-production and setup.

Highlights
  • Select Groups instantly
  • Recall & update Presets
  • Send Macros & Commands
  • Check Patch
  • Align Buttons with live feedback
  • Status Feedback
Features
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Walk the stage. Focus your fixtures. No console babysitter needed. G3Link puts the essential grandMA3 controls in your hand – so you can move freely on stage while setting up, focusing, and checking fixtures. Built for lighting programmers and technicians who want to work smarter during pre-production. BUILT FOR PRE-FOCUS - Select Groups instantly – no walking back to the console - Recall & update Presets on the spot – incl. All 1 / All 2 - Send Macros & Commands directly from the stage - Check your Patch – sync, save and load offline - Align Buttons with live feedback - Status Feedback – connection state, highlight, and more PERFECT FOR - Pre-focus and fixture alignment - Rehearsals and tech runs - Fixture checks and troubleshooting on stage - Theatre, opera & touring setups HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect your device to the same network as your grandMA3 2. Enter IP address and session in the Config tab 3. Walk on stage and start working FREE & PRO The free version covers basic operation – great for testing. Unlock the full experience with a one-time Pro purchase. The optional Supporter subscription gives access to experimental features like Gamepad integration and Developer Mode. REQUIREMENTS - grandMA3 console or onPC - Same local network (LAN or Wi-Fi) - OSC Send & Receive enabled in grandMA3 settings DISCLAIMER G3Link is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by MA Lighting Technology GmbH. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Mrmr OSC controller4 screens
G3Link4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: G3Link at 5.0 against Mrmr OSC controller's 4.0. Mrmr OSC controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. G3Link sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Mrmr OSC controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

G3Link holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Mrmr OSC controller versus G3Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMrmr OSC controllerG3Link
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews59.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer10base-t InteractiveRoger Imhof

Customer experience

Mrmr OSC controller

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive59.1%
Neutral4.5%
Negative36.4%

G3Link

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Mrmr OSC controller

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

G3Link

Subscriptions1
  • Supporter$5.991 Month
One-time1
  • G3Link Pro$17.99

Questions

Is Mrmr OSC controller free?
Mrmr OSC controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is G3Link free?
G3Link is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mrmr OSC controller or G3Link?
G3Link is rated higher. Mrmr OSC controller averages 4.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while G3Link averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Mrmr OSC controller or G3Link have ads?
Neither Mrmr OSC controller nor G3Link shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mrmr OSC controller or G3Link?
Mrmr OSC controller ships an update every 2 months, and G3Link every 2 months. Most recently, Mrmr OSC controller was updated on October 21, 2026 and G3Link on October 24, 2026.

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