Comparison

Magika vs Magic Cue

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

Head to head
About

Magika

Learn card magic with step-by-step video tutorials covering handling techniques, sleight of hand, and popular tricks. Suitable for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced.

Highlights
  • Card handling techniques
  • Sleight of hand strategies
  • Card magic exercises
  • Beginner, intermediate, and advanced training
  • Video tutorials for each lesson
Features
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This app offers a range of instructions for card tricks, card handling techniques, popular sleight of hand strategies, and other card magic exercises and skills, making it especially appropriate for beginners. The program offers beginning, intermediate, and advanced training along with more in-depth courses for individuals who take magic more seriously. Each tutorial includes a video.

About

Magic Cue

This app provides comprehensive show control for performers, allowing them to program and visualize audio, video, and camera elements. It integrates seamlessly with smart buttons for easy triggering of custom commands and supports both wired and wireless setups for flexible performance environments.

Highlights
  • Show programming with audio, video, and camera
  • Integration with Flic Smart Buttons
  • Long-range Bluetooth connectivity
  • Wired and wireless setup options
  • Import/export show elements
  • Visual show programming
Features
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Magic Cue is the official companion app to the Magic Cue hardware product. Magic Cue is the revolutionary show control technology designed for performers by performers powered by the iQ Pro engine. - You Control the Show Magic Cue puts the power in your hands with an easy-to-use interface suitable for beginners and advanced features for professionals. Visualise and program your entire show with audio, video, and camera capabilities on the go. - Seamless Integration with Flic Buttons Experience unmatched control with Flic Smart Buttons, known for their stability and security. These lightweight, tactile buttons integrate directly with Magic Cue, allowing you to trigger custom commands from anywhere on stage. - Reliable and Long-Range Bluetooth Enjoy reliable Bluetooth connectivity with a range of up to 200 meters outdoors and 50 meters indoors. Perform without worrying about connection issues. - Wired or Wireless Setup Magic Cue supports both wired HDMI connections and wireless streaming via Apple TV, ensuring you stay in control regardless of your setup. - Effortlessly Import and Export your Show Import your own videos, music, and images, or download from the cloud. Share and backup your shows easily, accessible anytime, anywhere. Transform your performances with Magic Cue, the ultimate show control app. Download the app now and take full control of your show, wherever you go.

Screenshots

Magika4 screens
Magic Cue3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Magika at 11.0 against Magic Cue's 16.0. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.0 for Magika against 1.0 for Magic Cue. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Magika versus Magic Cue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagikaMagic Cue
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB114 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNOWCAST, LLCVanishing Inc. Magic LLC

In-app purchases

None

Magika

No in-app purchases

None

Magic Cue

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Magika free?
Magika is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magic Cue free?
Magic Cue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Magika or Magic Cue?
Magika and Magic Cue are both rated 1.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Magika or Magic Cue have ads?
Neither Magika nor Magic Cue shows ads.

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