Comparison

Vector iControl vs DMX DIP

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

Head to head
About

Vector iControl

This application allows for remote control and editing of basic functions for lighting consoles. It provides real-time information and enables control of various lighting elements, cues, and libraries from a local network.

Highlights
  • Real-time control of Vector consoles
  • Remote editing of lighting functions
  • Control moving and conventional lights
  • Create and store Cues, Libraries, and Groups
  • Interactive dimmer wheel, trackball, and parameter controls
  • Real-time console information display
Features
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Compulite’s lighting consoles are based on the most advanced computer networking technologies which deliver unmatched performance and reliability with high level functionality and sophistication. Compulite’s consoles were designed for use in theaters, opera and ballet houses, television sets, shows, concerts, theme parks, clubs, exhibitions, industrial shows and more. Compulite's Vector iControl App for the Apple iPhone and iPad is a powerful application to remotely control and edit basic functions of all Vector lighting consoles. The App provides real-time information of the Console through a friendly user Interface. By using the Vector iControl App, you are able to control moving lights, conventional lights, create and store Cues and libraries, add groups, control highlight and lowlight and more. The Application also allows you to control Dimmer levels through an interactive Dimmer Wheel, Pan and Tilt through an interactive trackball as well as the ability to control all other parameters using an interactive wheel, all from a remote location anywhere within your local area network. Features: - Full real-time control of Vector consoles. - An automatically generated IP list of available Vector consoles. - An echo line (Command line) displaying real-time state of the Console. - Constant connection monitoring. - Interactive dimmer wheel, wheel and trackball. - Multiple iControls can be connected to one console at a time. - Ability to control moving and conventional lights. - Create and control Cues, Libraries and Groups. - Keyboard view of the Console. - Easy to read panel screen. - Macro page for controlling Macros more quickly. For more information about Compulite’s lighting consoles, check out our website www.compulite.com.

About

DMX DIP

Features
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On stage, in a theater, during event setup, or on a permanent installation, check DMX addresses and DIP switch settings quickly—without mental arithmetic or repeatedly searching manuals. DMX DIP - DipTally is an offline DIP switch calculator built for lighting technicians, installers, and anyone learning DMX. Enter a DMX start address to immediately see which DIP switches should be ON. Each switch clearly shows its number, binary value, and ON direction, with a text summary for fast on-site checks. Key features: • DMX address to DIP switches Enter an address and instantly generate the correct switch combination. • DIP switches to DMX address Tap the switches to calculate the corresponding DMX address. • Multiple fixture layouts Supports 8-, 9-, and 10-switch layouts, including switch 10 fixed ON/OFF, all address switches OFF meaning address 1, and switch 10 as value 512. • Fixture-safe address check Enter the number of DMX channels used by a fixture to calculate the highest safe start address and receive a warning when the address may exceed it. • Custom address stepping Move quickly between start addresses based on a fixture's channel count. • Match the physical switch direction Mirror left to right or flip vertically to match DIP panels installed in different orientations. • Built for the field Large address display, high-contrast interface, Dark Mode, and an on-site flashlight on supported devices. • Core calculations work offline No fixture connection or network is required. The app remembers the last address, profile, step, and display orientation. The free version provides unlimited use of the standard 9-switch “address to DIP” calculator. DMX DIP Pro is available through in-app purchase and unlocks reverse calculation, all switch profiles, custom stepping, mirror and flip, and fixture-safe address checks. Important: This app only calculates DMX addresses and DIP switch settings. It does not transmit DMX, Art-Net, or sACN signals and does not connect to or control fixtures. Always verify settings against the manual for the exact fixture model and revision. This app is using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Vector iControl4 screens
DMX DIP3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vector iControl at none against DMX DIP's 2. Vector iControl also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). 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. DMX DIP sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Vector iControl asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Vector iControl versus DMX DIP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVector iControlDMX DIP
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCompulite Systems 2000 LTD明航 李

In-app purchases

None

Vector iControl

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DMX DIP

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited access$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Vector iControl free?
Vector iControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DMX DIP free?
DMX DIP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vector iControl or DMX DIP have ads?
Neither Vector iControl nor DMX DIP shows ads.

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