# RCL iDirect vs StageLight

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RCL iDirect at none against StageLight's 10. RCL iDirect also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 84%) and iOS requirement (12.5.7 vs 17.0). StageLight's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StageLight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. RCL iDirect asks for nothing beyond the download.

RCL iDirect ships an update every 5 months, StageLight every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RCL iDirect | StageLight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stagelight-dmx-controller/id1118851633/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **8** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 84.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.5.7** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Controlled Lighting Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/522003193) | [Marko Seifert](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118851632) |

## What reviewers say

### RCL iDirect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcl-idirect/id576714796)

This application provides a user-friendly interface for managing and controlling remote-controlled spotlights. It allows for easy setup, precise adjustments of pan, tilt, and intensity, and the creation of custom lighting scenes. Designed for iPad, it offers intuitive gesture controls and centralized dimming capabilities.

**Highlights:** Intuitive gesture control for pan, tilt, and dimming, Easy setup and spotlight addition, Light Tables with customizable tiles and areas, Reflected ceiling plan integration for precise placement, Centralized dimming for individual areas and all areas, Scene recording and recall for lighting schemes

**In-app purchases:** none


### StageLight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stagelight-dmx-controller/id1118851633)

This professional lighting control app allows users to manage and control lighting fixtures via Art-Net (DMX512 over IP). It offers a flexible interface, fixture libraries, MIDI integration, and the ability to record and playback cues and cue lists.

**Highlights:** Art-Net (DMX512 over IP) control, Up to 10 DMX universes, Fixture library based on Open Fixture Library, MIDI controller integration, Record and playback Cues and Cue Lists, Ableton Link synchronization, CITP and OSC protocol support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade S to XL | $12.99 | one-time |
| Premium S | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade L to XL | $24.99 | one-time |
| Premium L + MIDI | $29.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade S to XL | $34.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade XL to Ultimate | $34.99 | one-time |
| Premium XL + MIDI + CITP | $49.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade L to Ultimate | $59.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade S to Ultimate | $69.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate + MIDI + CITP | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RCL iDirect free?

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

### Is StageLight free?

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

### Do RCL iDirect or StageLight have ads?

Neither RCL iDirect nor StageLight shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RCL iDirect or StageLight?

RCL iDirect ships an update every 5 months, and StageLight every 3 weeks. Most recently, RCL iDirect was updated on October 6, 2026 and StageLight on October 24, 2026.

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