HDMI vs Matrix Panel Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HDMI
Transform your device into an external monitor for gaming, photography, and video. Connect consoles, cameras, PCs, and more for high-quality HD streaming. Enjoy a portable display and immersive audio experience.
- External display functionality
- Connect gaming consoles
- High-quality HD streaming
- Supports cameras and PCs
- Portable screen solution
- USB-C video capture card compatible
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Turn your device into an external display with HDMI Monitor, perfect for gaming, photo- & video-shooting, and more. Connect your gaming console to your device and enjoy your favorite games without the need to have a TV or Display at hand. Key Features: - Versatile Functionality: Seamless integration with consoles, cameras, professional photoshooting gear, PC, and just about any other device that supports HDMI output. - High-Quality Streaming: Crystal-clear HD video and high-quality audio, with full support for your headphones. - Get a Display and High-Quality Speakers: Turn your device into a media station that’s part of the ecosystem that you can access for complete immersion and 100% satisfaction. - Fast and User-Friendly: Quick setup and responsive design for a hassle-free experience. Improved Connectivity: - Use a simple USB-C video-capture card for easy connection. - Supports various resolutions and frame rates for optimal video clarity. Ideal For: - Gamers, photographers, videographers and geeks. - Anyone needing a portable screen for games, movies, TV, or presentations. You need: HDMI to USB-C Video Capture Card, iPad with USB-C and iOS 17 Try the ultimate app that turns your device into a universal display!
Matrix Panel Plus
Control your Matrix LED Pixel Display with this app. Create custom pixel art, dynamic animations, and personalized messages. It offers enhanced functionality and a new design for creative control.
- Create custom pixel art
- Display dynamic animations
- Send personalized messages
- Enhanced functionality
- Fresh new design
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Previously known as MI Matrix Display, Matrix Panel Plus is the upgraded app designed for the Matrix LED Pixel Display. With a fresh new design and enhanced functionality, this app gives you full creative control over your LED display. Whether you want to showcase dynamic animations, display custom pixel art, or send personalized messages, Matrix Panel Plus makes it easier than ever.
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Verdict
HDMI and Matrix Panel Plus both sit at 2.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 52% of HDMI's written reviews are positive against 31% of Matrix Panel Plus's. HDMI also leads on ratings volume (72 vs 11). Matrix Panel Plus's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.9 for HDMI against 2.9 for Matrix Panel Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HDMI has 72 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of HDMI's written reviews are positive against 31% of Matrix Panel Plus's.
HDMI ships an update every 3 weeks, Matrix Panel Plus every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HDMI | Matrix Panel Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (72 ratings) | 2.9 (11 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews — better | 30.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 72 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 166 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Ion Danilov | 聪 刘 |
Customer experience
HDMI
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In-app purchases
HDMI
No in-app purchases
Matrix Panel Plus
No in-app purchases
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