Comparison

QLab Remote vs Virtuoz

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Virtuoz

This app allows you to connect to a remote control gimmick, customize its functions, and manage linked applications. It offers quick access to settings like vibration and battery level, with automatic connection to compatible apps for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Connect to remote control gimmick
  • Customize individual functions
  • App center for links and clips
  • Automatic connection to compatible apps
  • Fast Bluetooth pairing
  • Low battery impact
Features
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The Virtuoz application exploits the full potential of your gimmick. Quickly access your remote control's main functions, such as setting vibration, programming automatic sleep mode, checking battery level... And that's not all... OVERVIEW : • Connect the Virtuoz gimmick to your phone • Customize each function individually • Use the app center to bring all your clip apps and links together in a single interface. • Automatic connection to all our compatible applications • ABenefit from the latest updates and new functions for the remote control. • Like an orchestra conductor, direct your effects with precision. • Once your remote has been paired and configured, you no longer need to launch the Virtuoz application during your routines. • Ultra-fast pairing via Bluetooth • No effect on your phone's battery life Discover how our easy-to-use app can make all the difference. Original idea and production by Magie factory and Chris TORRENTE, Magie Factory development.

Screenshots

QLab Remote4 screens
Virtuoz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Virtuoz at 100% against QLab Remote's 63%. Virtuoz also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). QLab Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QLab Remote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Virtuoz asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QLab Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Virtuoz every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QLab Remote versus Virtuoz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQLab RemoteVirtuoz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFigure 53Benjamin Vianney

Customer experience

QLab Remote

All ratings26 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative30.0%

Virtuoz

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QLab Remote

One-time2
  • Light Tools$19.99
  • Show Control & Editing$39.99
None

Virtuoz

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QLab Remote free?
QLab Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Virtuoz free?
Virtuoz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QLab Remote or Virtuoz have ads?
Neither QLab Remote nor Virtuoz shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QLab Remote or Virtuoz?
QLab Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Virtuoz every 2 months. Most recently, QLab Remote was updated on October 12, 2026 and Virtuoz on October 10, 2026.

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