LIT Light Meter vs Media Estimator Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LIT Light Meter
This companion app allows users to remotely control and save data from the LIT DUO 1 light meter. It enables firmware updates via Bluetooth, enhancing the functionality of the connected device.
- Remote control for LIT DUO 1
- Firmware updates via Bluetooth
- Data saving capabilities
- Companion app functionality
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Companion app for LIT DUO 1 light meter. Key features: – Firmware update via Bluetooth – Remote control Learn more about LIT DUO 1: http://lit-systems.com
Media Estimator Lite
Quickly estimate camera and external audio storage needs for film and video production. Select your camera, codec, resolution, and roll hours to get instant GB/Hr, GB/Day, and Cards/Day calculations. Supports a wide range of professional cameras and audio recorders.
- Estimate camera storage needs
- Calculate external audio storage
- Supports various camera manufacturers
- Instant GB/Hr and GB/Day estimates
- Cards/Day calculation
- Light and dark mode support
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Media Estimator Lite is a focused iPhone calculator for quickly estimating camera and external audio storage needs. Choose a manufacturer, camera, codec, resolution, frame rate, roll hours, and optional card type to see instant GB/Hr, GB/Day, and Cards/Day estimates. Fast Storage Estimates for Camera and Audio Media Estimator Lite is built for quick lookups when you do not need a full production reporting. Select a camera format, add roll hours, and instantly estimate daily storage. Enable external audio when needed to calculate separate audio media based on track count and roll hours. Comprehensive Camera Support Choose from a growing database of industry-standard cameras and recording formats, including Sony, ARRI, RED, Canon, Blackmagic, DJI, GoPro, iPhone, and audio recorder options. Supported entries include codec data rates and compatible media card types where available. Instant Calculations For: • Camera GB/Hr and GB/Day • External audio GB/Hr and GB/Day • Cards/Day based on selected media type • Quick camera and codec lookup Built for Quick On-Set Reference • Simple iPhone-only calculator interface • Separate camera and external audio sections • Optional external audio estimates • Light, dark, and system appearance modes • Reset button for fast new calculations • Camera codec support request link • Help ticket link Need full project planning? Media Estimator for macOS includes complete project management, shoot day types, production media shuttle planning, proxy and archive estimates, printable reports, PDF export, project duplication, and more. Available on the App Store at: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/media-estimator/id6762166959 Privacy Policy: https://mediaestimator.nerdypup.com/privacy.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Media Estimator Lite at 5.0 against LIT Light Meter's 4.6. LIT Light Meter's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1) and device support (5 vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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.
Media Estimator Lite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LIT Light Meter has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LIT Light Meter | Media Estimator Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 485 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lit Systems AB | Derek Klein |
Customer experience
LIT Light Meter
Media Estimator Lite
In-app purchases
LIT Light Meter
No in-app purchases
Media Estimator Lite
No in-app purchases
Questions
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