QLab Remote vs A3d Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QLab Remote
Control and edit live show cues remotely from your iOS device. This companion app for macOS software allows you to flag cues, adjust audio levels, and modify video geometry from anywhere in the venue. It offers a free read-only mode and optional in-app purchases for full editing capabilities.
- Remote control of QLab workspaces
- Edit cue properties
- Adjust audio levels and video geometry
- Flag cues and edit notes
- Real-time cue updates
- Read-Only Mode for safe viewing
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QLab Remote is the official iOS companion app for remote control of QLab, the award-winning live show control software for macOS. QLab Remote requires a connection to QLab 3.0 or later. Some features require a specific minimum version of QLab 4 or 5. See https://qlab.app/docs/v5/networking/qlab-remote/#requirements for details. Get out of the booth and edit your QLab workspace from wherever you are. Flag cues as you sit in tech rehearsal. Adjust audio levels from the front row. Change the geometry of a video cue from the stage. QLab Remote is free to use in "Read-Only Mode", which allows you to view a workspace & follow along worry-free and also includes the unlimited ability to flag cues & edit cue notes. Optional In-App Purchases are available to unlock show control, editing, and light tools features. FEATURES - Automatically finds any QLab workspace on the network. - Updates in QLab are instantly reflected in QLab Remote and vice versa. - Open multiple windows on iPad to view workspaces side-by-side on one screen. - Quickly flag and edit notes for cues. - Easily switch between cue lists. - Watch active cues update in real-time. - Enable "Read-Only Mode" to follow along without worrying you'll accidentally trigger a cue. - Edit basic properties for all cues, such as name, number, notes, color, armed, flagged, etc. - Adjust audio levels and patches for audio, mic, and video cues. - Change display geometry for video, text, and camera cues. - Double-tap a cue to quickly edit it. Please contact support@figure53.com with issues or feedback.
A3d Scanner
Easily create detailed 3D models of your space using augmented reality. Map walls, doors, windows, and floor plans to generate a model that can be sent directly to compatible lighting control systems or saved for other uses.
- Augmented reality 3D modeling
- Map walls, doors, and windows
- Generate full floor plans
- Proscenium mapping tools
- Send models to Eos Family consoles
- Save models as .glb files
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With the Augment3d Scanner app, a comprehensive 3D model of your space is just a few touches away. Built for use with the Eos Family line of lighting control systems, A3d Scanner leverages the augmented reality tools included in your device, saving you time building your 3D space. Once installed, explore the easy-to-use tools to map your space - including walls, doors, windows, a full floor plan, and even proscenium tools. When you complete your plan, the Scanner app builds a model right on your device, allowing you to send it via a wifi connection to any Eos Family console running Augment3d, or save a .glb copy for later import or use in other software. Eos v3.2.0 or higher is required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: QLab Remote at 63% against A3d Scanner's 0%. QLab Remote also leads on price (Free vs $24.99) and rating (4.7 vs 3.7). A3d Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
QLab Remote is free to download; A3d Scanner costs $24.99 up front. QLab Remote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. A3d Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.
QLab Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QLab Remote has 26 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of QLab Remote's written reviews are positive against 0% of A3d Scanner's.
QLab Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, A3d Scanner every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QLab Remote | A3d Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $24.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (26 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Figure 53 | Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc. |
Customer experience
QLab Remote
A3d Scanner
In-app purchases
QLab Remote
- Light Tools$19.99
- Show Control & Editing$39.99
A3d Scanner
No in-app purchases
