TheLightingController_D1024W vs Thunder DSP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TheLightingController_D1024W
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TheLightingController_D1024W is the dedicated control app for the D1024W DMX interface (https://forum2.thelightingcontroller.com/viewforum.php?f=172). The D1024W works with our TheLightingController lighting software (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/thelightingcontroller/id6554000067) and can also operate operate independently. In standalone mode (without any connected computer or mobile device), the D1024W can store and play up to 16 lighting scenes across 8 separate zones, with 4 master faders, 4 speed sliders, 4 color wheels and 2 follow spots for direct live control. TheLightingController_D1024W offers a quick and easy way to control all these standalone functions directly from your iPhone or iPad.
Thunder DSP
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Thunder DSP APP controls the DSP parameters of the Thunder DSP-15A speaker via Bluetooth. feature: 1. Adjust the frequency, gain, q factor, filter type and other parameters of eq; 2. Adjust the input gain, Mute; 3. Save the current preset to the device or locally, and load the preset. 4. Restore factory settings with one click.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Thunder DSP at every 5 days against TheLightingController_D1024W's monthly. Thunder DSP also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TheLightingController_D1024W ships an update monthly, Thunder DSP every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TheLightingController_D1024W | Thunder DSP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Lighting Controller | AMERICAN PRO INTERNATIONAL CORP |
In-app purchases
TheLightingController_D1024W
No in-app purchases
Thunder DSP
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is TheLightingController_D1024W free?
Is Thunder DSP free?
Do TheLightingController_D1024W or Thunder DSP have ads?
Which is updated more often, TheLightingController_D1024W or Thunder DSP?
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