Comparison

Kessler kOS for CineDrive vs Capture One

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

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About

Kessler kOS for CineDrive

This application provides advanced motion control for professional camera systems. It enables precise control over camera movements, keyframing, and time-lapse sequences for cinematic productions. Connect wirelessly to your system for seamless operation and repeatable shots.

Highlights
  • Live, looping, stop-motion, time-lapse moves
  • Digital keyframing for repeatable moves
  • WiFi connectivity to CineDrive
  • Editable keyframes with curve smoothing
  • Scheduled move execution by date/time
  • Event mode for live events and actor marks
  • GigaPixel image compilation
Features
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The Kessler kOS™ app for CineDrive on iPad is Kessler’s premium motion control software for operating Kessler’s CineDrive motion control system. Specifically, kOS™ communicates motion control commands and data to the CineDrive™ Brain. kOS™ for iPad runs on any iPad device with iOS 10.0 or later. CONTROL ANY MOTION Live, looping, stop-motion, time-lapse, GigaPixel and event mode moves are at your fingertips. DIGITAL KEY FRAMING Simply move each axis into position and hit record. kOS remembers exact positioning for 100% repeatable moves. WIFI CONNECTIVITY CineDrive creates its own WiFi network that you can connect your device to instantly. EASY KEY FRAME SMOOTHING Add & manipulate curves to your moves for ease in and ease outs. Also, link each side of the key frame to match. EDITABLE KEY FRAMES No need to re-record the move if it's not exactly what you want. Edit one or all axes and key frames into the perfect position. Featuring incremental, exact motor position and tap & move key frame adjustments. REPEATABILITY Repeat the exact same move over and over again. Even change the duration to have the same move played out in different lengths of time. Want a move where the shot transitions from a live plate to a time-lapse? No problem. Simply repeat the move as a live shot and as a time lapse to blend together in post. DELAY BY DATE/TIME Not going to be around when your move needs to start? No problem. Easily set a date/time or fixed amount of time to have your move begin. kOS takes care of the rest. FLASH MARK/BLOOP Sync up your moves easily via the built-in flash marks with adjustable delay. Currently, there are five types of flash marks available: Brain LED, Flashlight, Audible Tone, Flash Screen (device), Software Clap (device). Choose one or choose all. PRE & POST PHOTOS (TIME-LAPSE) Easily add photos to your move before the move begins and after the move ends. GO TO POSITION Set minimum and maximum ranges on each axis (ie. slider 0" to 32") and go to any position by entering a value. LOAD & GO This feature allows for pre-loading a move so that you are able to start instantly whenever you are ready. CAMERA ROLL Trigger your camera to start recording any amount of time before the move begins and when to stop after the move ends. ANALOG CONTROL PANEL Manually control several axes live with the built in analog controller. EVENT MODE Event mode is mainly intended for live events or scenarios where exact position recalling on-the-fly is needed. For example, if you are filming a live concert, you can have different positions on stage saved. You can move easily from the drummer, to the guitarist, to the lead singer and so forth. This mode is also great for repeatedly hitting actor marks on set. GIGAPIXEL GigaPixel is traditionally used for 360 degree virtual tours, panoramic photographs or GigaPixel images which are extremely high resolution photographs that are compiled of many lower resolution photographs. GRAPH EXPANSION Expand the graph with one touch when precise key framing is needed. SCRUB THROUGH MOVE Need to edit a key frame or see when the camera will be in a certain position? Use the scrub feature to instantly move to a desired position. LOOPING Looping is made easy with kOS. Simply select one-time or continuous along with the type of reverse to first key frame method. CAMERA CONTROL Set CineDrive to trigger or control your camera’s exposure time within kOS. AUTO TIME-LAPSE CALCULATION Enter your desired clip length and frame rate and kOS will calculate the run time needed. BUMP BUTTONS Move in very small increments to ensure a precise position is on point. DROPBOX INTEGRATION Upload saved moves directly to your Dropbox account within kOS app. MOTOR CONFIGURATION Each axis is able to be customized. For example: axis name, run speed, dampening, smooth curves and bump button adjustment values.

About

Capture One

Edit and organize RAW photos on your mobile device, tethering directly to your camera. Collaborate with clients in real-time, apply edits instantly, and maintain incredible color quality. Seamlessly transfer your work to desktop for final touches.

Highlights
  • Retouch Faces
  • Sessions Support
  • External Storage backup
  • Tether camera to mobile
  • Real-time image review
  • Instant sharing and collaboration
  • Apply edits as you shoot
  • RAW conversion and color editing
Features
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GREAT IMPROVEMENTS TO MOBILE * With Retouch Faces, you can complete your post-work on the fly and deliver your images on location. * Sessions Support enables you to stay organized with nested folders and track your selections. * Work and backup as you please with External Storage, so you’re not limited by your mobile storage. SHOOT INTO MOBILE & SHOWCASE YOUR STYLE Forget the heavy laptop. Tether your camera directly to your iPhone or iPad, wired or wirelessly. Shoot, review, and showcase your images in real time. Impress clients and make sure you get the perfect shot on the spot. SHARE, RATE, COLLABORATE Share shots instantly with teams and clients, get comments, star ratings, and color tags, and keep all feedback in one place, no matter where everyone is. APPLY EDITS AS YOU SHOOT Turn RAWs into near-final images instantly. Make quick edits and auto-apply the same look as you shoot for faster, clearer client feedback during the session. INCREDIBLE COLOR QUALITY Get our renowned RAW conversion and hand-calibrated colors right on your mobile screen, for true-to-life tones and perfect skin every time. STYLE & EDIT ON THE FLY AirDrop your favorite presets and Styles, or create your own. Apply them in a tap, auto-create complex masks, correct perspective, straighten shots, and edit freely on the go. DELIVER ANYWHERE Export to an external SSD, or send your work to Capture One Pro with all edits and ratings intact, so you can start on mobile and finish on desktop seamlessly. WORK WITH ANY CAMERA Supports 550+ cameras from Canon, Sony, Nikon, FUJIFILM, Leica, and more. Control your camera, fire the shutter, and adjust settings right from your device. PRICING & PLANS Start with a 7-day free trial of Capture One Mobile. Continue with a mobile subscription, or go All in One to get: * Capture One Pro (desktop) * Capture One Mobile * Capture One Live Unlimited * Priority support Upgrade to All in One and get the complete photo workflow, from capture to delivery.

Screenshots

Capture One4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Kessler kOS for CineDrive at 100% against Capture One's 18%. Kessler kOS for CineDrive also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). Capture One's advantage is ratings volume (331 vs 3) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Capture One sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Kessler kOS for CineDrive asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Kessler kOS for CineDrive holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Capture One has 331 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Kessler kOS for CineDrive's written reviews are positive against 18% of Capture One's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kessler kOS for CineDrive ships an update every 3 months, Capture One fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Kessler kOS for CineDrive versus Capture One: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKessler kOS for CineDriveCapture One
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.5 (331 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better17.9% of reviews
Number of ratings3331 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB1.2 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKessler Crane Inc.Capture One A/S

Customer experience

Kessler kOS for CineDrive

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Capture One

All ratings329 ratings
Positive59.0%
Neutral5.2%
Negative35.9%
Written reviews457 reviews
Positive17.9%
Neutral14.4%
Negative67.6%

Bugs and requests

Kessler kOS for CineDrive

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Capture One

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to log in due to keyboard not appearing
  • Inconsistent behavior when importing and exporting photos
  • Crashes when attempting to use certain editing features
  • Issues with wireless tethering and connection stability

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add layers, masks, curves, and other advanced editing tools
  • Enable direct import from camera/SD card, not just cloud sync
  • Allow opening and editing desktop Capture One sessions/catalogs
  • Improve tethering functionality with live view and camera control
  • Provide option to purchase app outright instead of subscription

In-app purchases

None

Kessler kOS for CineDrive

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Capture One

Subscriptions4
  • Capture One mobile7 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • All in One7 Days trial$39.991 Month
  • Capture One mobile7 Days trial$109.001 Year
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  • All in One7 Days trial$294.991 Year

Questions

Is Kessler kOS for CineDrive free?
Kessler kOS for CineDrive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Capture One free?
Capture One is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Kessler kOS for CineDrive or Capture One?
Kessler kOS for CineDrive is rated higher. Kessler kOS for CineDrive averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Capture One averages 3.5 from 331 ratings.
Do Kessler kOS for CineDrive or Capture One have ads?
Neither Kessler kOS for CineDrive nor Capture One shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kessler kOS for CineDrive or Capture One?
Kessler kOS for CineDrive ships an update every 3 months, and Capture One fortnightly. Most recently, Kessler kOS for CineDrive was updated on October 23, 2026 and Capture One on October 27, 2026.

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