Comparison

FocusRemote vs PA TOOLS

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

Head to head
About

FocusRemote

Control lighting systems remotely via Wi-Fi using Art-Net or sACN protocols. Manage up to 2048 channels across four universes, with options to store, play, and update lighting cues.

Highlights
  • Art-Net/sACN universe transmission
  • Ethernet Node conversion to DMX
  • Store, Play, Merge, and Update Memories
  • Control up to 2048 Channels (4 Universes)
  • Customizable Spotnumbers
  • Full commandline support
Features
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FocusRemote sends up to 4 Art-Net/sACN universes over the Wi-Fi connection. Using an Ethernet Node, Art-Net or sACN can be converted to a DMX signal. Features: - Full commandline support - Store, Play, Merge and Update Memories - Highlight at custom level! - Use your own Spotnumbers - Control up to 2048 Channels (4 Universes) - Each universe can be sACN or Art-Net - When you type @ 0 [Enter], the selected channel will be cleared

About

PA TOOLS

This app assists with stage preparation and PA system tuning. It provides tools for L-Acoustics presets, patcher viewing, and calculating wave lengths and room modes.

Highlights
  • L-Acoustics preset guide
  • Patcher viewer
  • Wave length calculator
  • Room mode calculator
  • Stage preparation assistance
Features
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PA TOOLS is your all-in-one utility kit for audio engineers. From system prep to quick calculations, it brings fast, reliable tools for every stage of a show. Included tools: • Wave Length — Convert delay, meters and phase instantly • Room Modes — Predict standing waves and plan your EQ strategy • Generator — Pink noise or tones with tactile feedback • RTA — Pocket-size RTA with weighted filters • Reference Playlist — Loop cues and walk-in edits on the go • Wave Recorder — Capture rehearsals in 48 kHz WAV and share instantly • SPL & Noise Tracker — Log SPL for compliance and break monitoring • PA Specs — Browse LAcoustics catalog and find compatible accessories • Speaker Load — Plan amp channel loads before the trucks roll in • Cable Section — Choose cable gauge and check voltage drop • L-Acoustics Prealignment — Match LA Network Manager presets with field timing • Sub Array Calculator — Design cardioid or broadside arrays quickly Full Unlock (In-App Purchase): Unlock the complete suite, remove time limits, enable full RTA, full recording, extended playlist playback, unlimited module access, and all upcoming features.

Screenshots

FocusRemote3 screens
PA TOOLS2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PA TOOLS at Free against FocusRemote's $11.99. PA TOOLS also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 30 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). FocusRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PA TOOLS is free to download; FocusRemote costs $11.99 up front. PA TOOLS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FocusRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for FocusRemote against 5.0 for PA TOOLS. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of FocusRemote's written reviews are positive against 100% of PA TOOLS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusRemote ships an update every 30 months, PA TOOLS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FocusRemote versus PA TOOLS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusRemotePA TOOLS
Price$11.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 30 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.2 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBart van StiphoutOlivier Jobin

Customer experience

FocusRemote

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%

PA TOOLS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FocusRemote

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PA TOOLS

One-time1
  • PA Tools – Full Unlock$22.99

Questions

Is FocusRemote free?
FocusRemote costs $11.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PA TOOLS free?
PA TOOLS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FocusRemote or PA TOOLS?
FocusRemote and PA TOOLS are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do FocusRemote or PA TOOLS have ads?
Neither FocusRemote nor PA TOOLS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusRemote or PA TOOLS?
FocusRemote ships an update every 30 months, and PA TOOLS fortnightly. Most recently, FocusRemote was updated on November 1, 2026 and PA TOOLS on November 4, 2026.

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