Comparison

Magic Cue vs iNFLUENCED

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

Head to head
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.

About

iNFLUENCED

Features
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iNFLUENCED – THE IMPOSSIBLE RECALL EXPERIENCE Created by professional mentalist Paul Brook, iNFLUENCED creates the illusion of an impossibly powerful memory. A participant rapidly scrolls through a numbered list containing up to 1,000 items—far too quickly to consciously read or remember them. Afterwards, they name the first item and number that come to mind. When they return to the list, their thought appears at the exact number they named. Despite having no opportunity to learn either piece of information, their recall appears perfect. ------ SET IT AND FORGET IT Prepare your note, choose a list and perform. iNFLUENCED quietly creates the finished note, placing the participant’s thought at precisely the position they named. A discreet vibration, flash or notification lets you know when everything is ready. The technology remains hidden, allowing you to focus entirely on the experience. ------ BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE Customise your note title, instructions, list, closing text, numbering style, capitalisation and more. Choose from supplied lists, create your own or load a complete presentation from the built-in Library. Lists and note setups can also be shared with other iNFLUENCED users. Receive the participant’s information through their completed note, the iNFLUENCED URL Scheme or optional Pro Camera Input. ------ UNLOCK MORE WITH PRO FEATURES Enhance your performances with optional In-App Purchases: WATCH PEEK – discreetly receive the participant’s number and thought on your Apple Watch CAMERA INPUT – recognise a number and words from printed or handwritten text API OUTPUT – send customised results to your chosen API endpoint, magic app or web service Unlock each feature individually or together with Unlock All. ------ ALWAYS EVOLVING iNFLUENCED is a living performance tool for modern mentalists, continually refined with new features, presentations and integrations. Whether using a supplied routine or creating your own, iNFLUENCED makes it appear that your participant remembered information they could never have consciously known.

Screenshots

Magic Cue3 screens
iNFLUENCED4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Magic Cue at Free against iNFLUENCED's $69.99. Magic Cue also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). iNFLUENCED's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 months). On 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

Magic Cue is free to download; iNFLUENCED costs $69.99 up front. iNFLUENCED sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Magic Cue asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic Cue ships an update every 4 months, iNFLUENCED every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Magic Cue versus iNFLUENCED: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic CueiNFLUENCED
PriceFree — better$69.99
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVanishing Inc. Magic LLCPaul Michael Brook

In-app purchases

None

Magic Cue

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

iNFLUENCED

One-time4
  • API Output$19.99
  • Watch Peek$49.99
  • Camera Input$49.99
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  • Unlock All$59.99

Questions

Is Magic Cue free?
Magic Cue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iNFLUENCED free?
iNFLUENCED costs $69.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Magic Cue or iNFLUENCED have ads?
Neither Magic Cue nor iNFLUENCED shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Magic Cue or iNFLUENCED?
Magic Cue ships an update every 4 months, and iNFLUENCED every 2 days. Most recently, Magic Cue was updated on October 24, 2026 and iNFLUENCED on October 16, 2026.

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