Comparison

Westcott vs Sideline Local

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

Head to head
About

Westcott

Control compatible Westcott lights and triggers wirelessly from your mobile device. Adjust settings, manage groups, and save custom lighting scenes for a faster workflow. Keep your connected products updated with over-the-air firmware updates.

Highlights
  • Remote control of FJ Speedlights and Strobes
  • Adjust L-Series COBs and Ice Light 3 settings
  • Manage groups and channels
  • Create and save custom lighting scenes
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Bluetooth connectivity
Features
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Supported Devices: • FJ-X3 Wireless Trigger (for controlling FJ Wireless lights) • FJ-X2 Wireless Trigger (for controlling FJ Wireless lights) • Ice Light 3 • L120-B COB • L60-B COB Take Full Control from the Palm of Your Hand Connect your mobile device to your favorite Westcott lights and triggers for fast and reliable control. Control Your FJ Speedlights and Strobes Link the FJ-X3 and FJ-X2 Wireless Triggers to the app for remote control of your compatible speedlights and strobes. Supported models include FJ80, FJ80 II, FJ80-SE, FJ200, FJ400, FJ400 II, and FJ800. Manage groups, channels, output settings, and more from your mobile device for faster workflow on set. [Note: FJ-T1 Wireless Trigger is not Bluetooth® compatible.] Endless Creative Control for L-Series COBs & Ice Light 3 Complete control of your L-Series COBs and Ice Light 3: adjust light output, switch modes, activate FX, and fine-tune FX frequency with quick, reliable Bluetooth control. Create and Save Custom Scenes You can store up to 99 custom lighting scenes that recall your favorite setups in seconds. Scenes work with both L-Series COBs and FJ strobes and speedlights. Stay Ready for Your Next Shoot Keep your connected products up to date for the best performance. The app supports OTA firmware updates for the Ice Light 3, L120-B COB, and L60-B COB. Note: Reference the Westcott device manual for compatibility. To ensure optimal performance, keep all software and firmware up to date across all connected devices, including cameras, Westcott FJ & L-Series devices, mobile devices, and the Westcott StudioLink app. Instructional FAQ Link: https://help.fjwestcott.com/en-US/using-the-westcott-studio-link-app Disclaimer: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by F.J. Westcott Co. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Westcott is a brand of F.J. Westcott Co. in the U.S.A. ® and ™ designate trademarks of F.J. Westcott Co. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © F.J. Westcott Co. All rights reserved.

About

Sideline Local

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Sideline Local is the fastest way to get photos from your camera to your device on a local network. Run a simple local FTP receiver, send photos directly from your camera, and keep your workflow moving from capture to delivery. Sideline Local also helps you apply consistent IPTC metadata and manage files quickly on-device. * Receive photos directly from your camera over local Wi‑Fi * Support for JPEG and RAW transfers * Apply your IPTC template automatically during ingest * Export RAW photos as JPG with IPTC metadata included * Save to Photos automatically (JPEG only or JPEG + RAW) * Quick metadata viewing and editing tools * Flexible connection setup: Manual IP or Persistent Hostname Built for fast, reliable field workflows where every second counts. Sideline Local is subject to Apple's EULA, which may be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Westcott4 screens
Sideline Local4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Westcott at none against Sideline Local's 1. Westcott also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). 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. Sideline Local sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per month. Westcott asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Westcott versus Sideline Local: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWestcottSideline Local
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperF. J. Westcott Co.Crawford Ifland

In-app purchases

None

Westcott

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sideline Local

Subscriptions1
  • Sideline Local Monthly$14.991 Month

Questions

Is Westcott free?
Westcott is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sideline Local free?
Sideline Local is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Westcott or Sideline Local have ads?
Neither Westcott nor Sideline Local shows ads.

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