Comparison

LEDMatrix vs Diverter

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

Head to head
About

LEDMatrix

Emulate a light-emitting diode matrix sign to display messages, flirt, or communicate across a room. Features include unlimited message length, multi-line editing, and a unique DJ mode for sending messages via Bluetooth. Supports Twitter integration and remote access via a web browser.

Highlights
  • Unlimited message length
  • Multi-line editor
  • DJ mode for Bluetooth messaging
  • Twitter integration
  • Remote web browser access
  • Customizable speed and color
Features
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This version of LEDMatrix has been updated for iOS 7 users. It has includes Twitter access. Just display your message or tweet it instead. You must have Twitter installed and logged in for this option to be available. Supports a built-in web site. Enter messages remotely from anything with a browser!! LEDMatrix is a light emitting diode matrix sign emulator. Use it to flirt, talk to your mates the other side of the room, order you drinks at the bar. If you loose your voice LEDMatrix allows you to append phrases together to build up more complex messages. LEDMatrix offers a unique feature, DJ mode. This mode allows you to send a message from one copy of LEDMatrix to another, use it at the disco to send requests, via Bluetooth, to the DJ's iPhone or iPod. This feature can be used in many other situations. Features :- Unlimited message length Multi-line editor Vibrate on message wrap Limited repeat or infinite repeat Append saved message Disable screen idle timer. Huge colour selection. Search saved messages by message name. Speed control. Use swipe gestures to speed up or slow down the scrolling rate. In DJ Mode tap the screen to cancel the current message and display the next, tap twice to return to the editor mode. Current version supports only the ASCII character set for UK English Follow us on twitter : @zippysystems For support email : support@zippysystems.com

About

Diverter

This app allows you to make calls and transmit information to an accomplice while simultaneously dialing a random phone number. It offers multiple peeking methods and integrates with various other apps and lists for enhanced functionality in magic performances.

Highlights
  • Transmit information to an accomplice
  • Dial random phone numbers
  • Multiple peeking methods (Audio Peek, Web Peek)
  • DFB List and Gyro List support
  • Integrates with other magic apps
  • Card Clock Swipe Input
  • International number format support
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“Marc’s apps are unbelievable.” —David Blaine “That’s incredible!” —Asi Wind Diverter is an incredibly useful approach to the modern-day Mr. Wizard effect… and much more! Diverter lets you transmit a completely free selection to an accomplice while apparently dialling a random phone number. Your spectator can enter any number. Diverter actually calls your chosen accomplice while keeping the on-screen details consistent. Your accomplice secretly receives a free selection made by your spectator through Audio Peek or Web Peek, and can reveal it over the phone call. AutoCall With AutoCall, the spectator can dial the number and press the Call button themselves. Diverter places the genuine phone call without the magician needing to touch the phone, making the final moment feel clean, fair and even more impossible. MULTIPLE PEEK METHODS Audio Peek transmits information directly over the call. Web Peek gives your accomplice a private, automatically updating link showing the latest information. THE PERFECT WIKITEST INTEGRATION Imagine: your spectator looks something up on their phone. You dial a random number, and the person who answers reveals exactly what your spectator is thinking of! DFB LIST SUPPORT Any list you use with DFB is compatible with Diverter. Import a list and covertly select an item using inputs such as Gyro List: simply rotate the phone towards yourself to choose, or use Button T9 and more input methods. NO OTHER APPS NEEDED Built-in inputs include Card Clock Swipe and Gyro Input, which lets you secretly type and transmit any text. POWERFUL APP INTEGRATIONS Diverter integrates with Bridge, Inject, ISO, Earworm, iTHUMP TOXIC+, RainMan, WebFX and more. Use WebFX’s free covert inputs to transmit a playing card, receive information from Bridge, transmit an Inject search, or combine Diverter with your existing magic-app workflow. Diverter’s Open API and Clipboard support make it easy to receive information from other apps. BLUETOOTH DICE Diverter supports Kinetic Mental Dice and Spotted Dice. Your spectator can roll multiple dice (even rerolling during the call), and your accomplice automatically receives the latest values. Third-party apps and Bluetooth hardware are optional, sold separately and not required to use Diverter. INTERNATIONAL AND LANGUAGE SUPPORT Diverter supports custom telephone-number formats for any region. Text throughout the performance UI can be customised for your preferred language. REGULARLY UPDATED SINCE 2013 Diverter has been refined for more than a decade to become one of the most powerful, accurate and affordable apps of its kind. “A POWERFUL app that’s super EASY to use. It’s SO well thought through!” PERFORMANCE RIGHTS INCLUDED Perform Diverter on television, YouTube, Instagram, radio or any other medium at no additional charge. YOU CAN USE DIVERTER FOR: - The Holy Grail: Any Card at Any Number, chosen by a randomly dialled stranger. - The ultimate book test: the stranger reveals the chosen word. - Card reveals. - Truly impossible drawing duplications, including ultra-specific details. - Almost anything you can imagine. - Includes performances and instructional videos. PLUS… - Modern support for the latest versions of iOS, including Dark Mode and Liquid Glass. - Enhanced Mask Number keeps the calling display consistent while protecting the accomplice’s real contact. - No hidden charges or additional subscriptions. - Calls use your existing telephone service. - Works over cellular calls, FaceTime Audio and FaceTime. - No additional apps are required; integrations are entirely optional. - Create, use and share your own lists. - Import any of the thousands of existing Digital Force Bag lists. - Multiple novel inputs, including Gyro Input, Gyro List, T9 Input and Card Clock Swipe. - An unlimited number of effects are possible! This app is for entertainment purposes only. All television, internet, radio and other performance rights are included free with purchase.

Screenshots

LEDMatrix4 screens
Diverter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Diverter at 100% against LEDMatrix's 0%. Diverter also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). LEDMatrix's advantage is price (Free vs $59.99) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 18.6). On 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

LEDMatrix is free to download; Diverter costs $59.99 up front. LEDMatrix sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Diverter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Diverter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Diverter has 30 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of LEDMatrix's written reviews are positive against 100% of Diverter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LEDMatrix ships an update every 12 months, Diverter every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on June 27, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
LEDMatrix versus Diverter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLEDMatrixDiverter
PriceFree — better$59.99
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.9 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings230 — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZippy SystemsMarc Kerstein

Customer experience

LEDMatrix

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Diverter

All ratings30 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LEDMatrix

One-time1
  • Font Editor$0.99
None

Diverter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LEDMatrix free?
LEDMatrix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Diverter free?
Diverter costs $59.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LEDMatrix or Diverter?
Diverter is rated higher. LEDMatrix averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Diverter averages 4.9 from 30 ratings.
Do LEDMatrix or Diverter have ads?
Neither LEDMatrix nor Diverter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LEDMatrix or Diverter?
LEDMatrix ships an update every 12 months, and Diverter every 10 days. Most recently, LEDMatrix was updated on June 27, 2026 and Diverter on September 22, 2026.

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