Comparison

Qu MixPad vs DIGIPAD

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

Head to head
About

Qu MixPad

Control a digital mixing console remotely over a network. Adjust levels, routing, and processing for inputs and mixes. Manage scenes, cues, and recordings, even offline.

Highlights
  • Remote level and routing control
  • Input and mix processing adjustments
  • Scene and cue list management
  • Offline show editing
  • Qu-Drive recording control
  • Channel metering and RTA
Features
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Qu-MixPad release V1.2.*: This version is for Qu-3 / Qu-3D, Qu-5 / Qu-5D, Qu-6 / Qu-6D, Qu-7 / Qu-7D mixers running V1.2.* firmware. Please note: It is NOT compatible with Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac or Qu-SB mixers. Qu-MixPad allows control of a Qu digital mixing console over a wired or wireless network. It can be used simultaneously and independently of the Qu surface, so it can provide supplementary local control as well as giving the engineer the freedom to move around and mix from different listening positions. Two devices running Qu-MixPad can be connected and used at the same time as using the Qu surface, giving three separate points for control of all mixes. It provides the following: Level and Routing Control - Send levels, panning/balance, assignments, pre/post settings and mutes from all channels to all mixes Output send levels for all mixes Send and Return levels for FX DCA and Mute Group control, including assignments Processing Control - Input channel Preamp/DEEP Preamp Model/HPF/Gate/Expander/Insert/PEQ/Compressor Mix channel Insert/Feedback Assistant/GEQ/PEQ/Compressor DEEP compressors and GEQ’s FX Parameters and FX Return PEQ Access to all Libraries Other features include – Over the air firmware update Scene and Cue List Management Global filters, scene filters and channel safe control Works with Qu User Permissions Copy/Paste and Reset functionality Full control of Signal Generator and assignments Qu-Drive controls for stereo USB or multichannel SD recordings 4 custom layers with the ability to copy or use/follow desk layers All input/output/processing metering Channel RTA Mixer config including stereo linking and mix type PAFL setup and selection Channel naming/colour SoftKey and MIDI strips setup and use Follow Channel/Mix Select option Offline Mode – Edit and manage shows, scenes and libraries without a console connection Transfer entire shows between MixPad and a Qu Share/store shows to cloud or email (when available on the device) Legacy Mode - App can connect to a previous major release of firmware with limited functionality

About

DIGIPAD

Wirelessly control your digital mixer from your tablet, smartphone, or PC. Adjust all mixing parameters with an intuitive interface, transforming performances into professional sound experiences. Save and recall up to 10 scenes for complete mixer configuration.

Highlights
  • Wireless control of DIGIPAD8 mixer
  • Full mixing parameter adjustment
  • Intuitive interface for all displays
  • Control preamp, EQ, sends, and effects
  • Manage Bluetooth and USB inputs/outputs
  • Save and recall up to 10 mixer scenes
Features
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The new multi-platform DIGIPAD app, available for tablets, smartphones and PC, lets you wirelessly control your PROEL DIGIPAD8 digital mixer. Thanks to the mixer's built-in Wi-Fi interface, you always have all your mixing parameters at your fingertips, with an intuitive interface optimized for both large and compact displays. Whether you're a musician, producer, or sound engineer, with DIGIPAD you're always in control of your mix, transforming every performance into a professional sound experience. The DIGIPAD App offers complete remote control of all DIGIPAD8 mixer functions: • Preamp Gain, Phase, Delay, Level, Pan, Mute, and Solo on all channels • 48V power supply on mic channels • 4-band EQ with LPF and HPF, Gate, and Compressor on all channels • 2 AUX sends • Studio-quality reverb • Main Mix and Aux 1 & 2 with 4-band EQ with LPF and HPF, Limiter, and Delay • Control of the Bluetooth input and USB In/Out interface • 10 scenes that can be saved and recalled with the complete mixer configuration

Screenshots

DIGIPAD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DIGIPAD at 3.0 against Qu MixPad's 2.3. DIGIPAD also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Qu MixPad's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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

DIGIPAD holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qu MixPad ships an update every 4 months, DIGIPAD every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Qu MixPad versus DIGIPAD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQu MixPadDIGIPAD
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)3.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllen & Heath LimitedProel

Customer experience

Qu MixPad

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

DIGIPAD

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Qu MixPad

No in-app purchases

None

DIGIPAD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Qu MixPad free?
Qu MixPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DIGIPAD free?
DIGIPAD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Qu MixPad or DIGIPAD?
DIGIPAD is rated higher. Qu MixPad averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while DIGIPAD averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Qu MixPad or DIGIPAD have ads?
Neither Qu MixPad nor DIGIPAD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Qu MixPad or DIGIPAD?
Qu MixPad ships an update every 4 months, and DIGIPAD every 2 months. Most recently, Qu MixPad was updated on November 8, 2026 and DIGIPAD on November 8, 2026.

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