Comparison

SuiteSVD vs SC2 Playbook

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

Head to head
About

SuiteSVD

This app offers local control for a suite of displays, allowing management of channel, power, volume, and source for individual or multiple TVs within defined areas. It supports custom backgrounds and can be locked using iOS Guided Access for dedicated device use.

Highlights
  • Local TV control (channel, power, volume, source)
  • Manage single, multiple, or all TVs
  • Define control areas (suites, lounges)
  • Customizable TV layout and backgrounds
  • iOS Guided Access integration
  • Master or individual suite PIN control
Features
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SuiteSVD provides local control capabilities to iOS in a SV/CV Director (SVD) deployment. Control areas typically are defined as suites, lounges, or other physical areas where control of the TV's is granted to a device within that area. Channel, power, volume, source, and caption control can be manipulated with SuiteSVD at either a single TV, multiple, or all TV choice. Suite characteristics are pulled at launch to discover the quantity of TVs in the local control area along with their status, channels and icons, and feature choices. TVs can be sized, rotated, and positioned on an iPad (Adjust Displays within the Finger menu) with a custom background option on any device (in Finger Menu). SuiteSVD was designed to leverage the iOS Guided Access feature allowing dedicated use of a device for a given local control area, or simply lock settings within the app after configuration. SuiteSVD can be used to manage up to six areas, or even all local control areas. When first run SuiteSVD and the device will prompt for several pieces if information: - Allow location use for collecting the Wi-Fi SSID and presenting it to you (optional) - A master or individual suite PIN to control suite devices (required) - A Director IP address that is reachable from the current Wi-Fi SSID (required) - Access to the network to find and connect to Director (required) An additional 5 suite PIN numbers can be entered within SuiteSVD to handle choosing between them. You can flip a Hide Settable toggle to disable/enable settable choices for guided access mode outside SuiteSVD in iOS Settings. There is demo mode also in settings that does not require an operational Director. Background image for the iPad is a 1024x1024 square, and the background for the iPhone/iPod is a 320x196 rectangle. Both aspect fill a larger image, so double or triple up the dimensions for newer retina device resolution. Use AirDrop to iTunes to put jpg or png images onto the device. Channel icon creators for SVD should plan on a 120x120 square with a transparent background (png). Keep the load time down by reducing images to 64 colors before upload. Upload as Third Party (Large) and assign within SVD to the appropriate channel. To use the local streaming settings Director must be provisioned for a channel named "LC-HDMI-In" and/or "LC_HDMI-Out" within the suite channel listings to enable HDMI or Display streaming within SuiteSVD for a single sender on each channel. This allows administrators to restrict where the feature is deployed. Support for the streaming features is additionally dependent on the player model and software versions.

About

SC2 Playbook

Master StarCraft II with this comprehensive companion app. Access detailed build orders, unit stats, and strategic insights for all races. Stay updated on balance changes and improve your gameplay with an easy-to-use design.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive build orders for all races
  • Detailed unit and building stats
  • Strategic insights and tips
  • Balance update tracking
  • Easy-to-use interface
Features
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SC2 Playbook: Your Ultimate StarCraft II Companion Master the battlefield with SC2 Playbook, the all-in-one guide for StarCraft II players. Whether you command Protoss, Terran, or Zerg, this app equips you with the strategies, build orders, and insights to elevate your gameplay. Key Features: Comprehensive Build Orders Discover optimized build orders for Protoss, Terran, and Zerg, from beginner-friendly strategies to advanced tactics used by the pros. Complete Unit and Building Guide Access detailed stats, counters, abilities, and upgrades for all units and structures, helping you make smarter decisions in every match. Strategic Insights Learn tips and tricks to improve your macro, micro, and overall game sense, no matter your skill level. Balance Updates Stay up-to-date with the latest StarCraft II patches and meta shifts to always stay one step ahead. Easy-to-Use Design Quickly reference build orders, counters, and strategies during matches or practice sessions. Why Choose SC2 Playbook? Perfect for players of all levels, whether you're learning the game or climbing the ladder. Designed to make StarCraft II strategy simple, accessible, and effective. Created by passionate StarCraft II players to support the community. Your Strategy, Your Victory From mastering build orders to fine-tuning your strategy, SC2 Playbook is your essential tool for dominating StarCraft II. Download today and unlock the potential to outplay your opponents in every match!

Screenshots

SuiteSVD4 screens
SC2 Playbook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SuiteSVD at none against SC2 Playbook's 4. SuiteSVD also leads on ads (none vs shown). SC2 Playbook's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement 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. SC2 Playbook sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. SuiteSVD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SuiteSVD against 5.0 for SC2 Playbook. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SuiteSVD ships an update every 10 months, SC2 Playbook every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SuiteSVD versus SC2 Playbook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuiteSVDSC2 Playbook
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEd LeonhardtAleksandar Andreev

Customer experience

SuiteSVD

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SC2 Playbook

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SuiteSVD

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

SC2 Playbook

One-time4
  • Bronze Supporter$4.99
  • Silver Supporter$9.99
  • Gold Supporter$14.99
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  • Platinum Supporter$19.99

Questions

Is SuiteSVD free?
SuiteSVD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SC2 Playbook free?
SC2 Playbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SuiteSVD or SC2 Playbook?
SuiteSVD and SC2 Playbook are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do SuiteSVD or SC2 Playbook have ads?
SC2 Playbook shows ads; SuiteSVD does not.
Which is updated more often, SuiteSVD or SC2 Playbook?
SuiteSVD ships an update every 10 months, and SC2 Playbook every 2 months. Most recently, SuiteSVD was updated on November 1, 2026 and SC2 Playbook on November 3, 2026.

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