Comparison

ResEditor vs PixPlayer

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

Head to head
About

ResEditor

This app is a comprehensive calculator for video engineers and AV technicians. It helps calculate bandwidth for various video interfaces like HDMI and DisplayPort, and supports ST 2110 IP video standards. Professionals can also access reference specs and export their calculations.

Highlights
  • HDMI/DisplayPort bandwidth calculation
  • ST 2110 IP video calculation
  • IPMX (JPEG XS) bandwidth calculation
  • Video standards reference guides
  • Export calculations to PDF
  • Calculate physical display size
Features
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ResEditor is the essential bandwidth calculator and resolution analyzer for video engineers, broadcast professionals, and system integrators. Instantly calculate whether your resolution fits a given interface, plan IP video infrastructure, and reference specifications for every major professional video standard -- all in one app. LINK CALCULATOR Analyze resolution compatibility across display and broadcast interfaces: - HDMI 1.4, 2.0, and 2.1 - DisplayPort 1.2 (HBR2), 1.4 (HBR3), and 2.1 (UHBR13.5) - SD-SDI through 12G-SDI Configure resolution, refresh rate (24-480Hz), bit depth (8/10/12-bit), chroma subsampling (4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0), and HDR mode (SDR, HDR10, Dolby Vision). See instantly whether your signal fits with color-coded bandwidth indicators and Single/Dual/Quad Link classification. Scale resolutions from 30% to 190% and browse a grid of scalable options filtered by divisibility (x8, x16) for GPU and encoder compatibility. IP CALCULATOR Plan professional media-over-IP infrastructure with full bandwidth breakdowns: - ST 2110-20 (uncompressed video) - ST 2110-22 (constant bit-rate compressed video, 2:1-20:1) - ST 2110-30 (PCM audio via AES67) - ST 2110-31 (AES3 transparent transport) - ST 2110-40 (ancillary data) - IPMX with JPEG XS (TR-08 / TR-10) - NDI Full, NDI|HX, NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3 - SRT (with adjustable recovery bandwidth and AES encryption) - RIST (with FEC options) Configure multi-stream video, audio, and ancillary data. Select network interfaces (1/10/25/100 GbE) with accurate protocol overhead accounting. Enable ST 2022-7 redundancy for dual-path bandwidth planning. SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE Quick-reference cards for every supported standard: - HDMI pinouts, max resolutions, and feature support by version - DisplayPort HBR/UHBR variants, MST, DSC, and USB-C Alt Mode - SDI data rates, cable lengths, and embedded audio capabilities - Complete ST 2110 suite overview with bandwidth examples - NDI codec comparison (Full vs. HX variants) with bandwidth tables FEATURES - Real-time bandwidth calculations with green/red fit indicators - Detailed video timing breakdowns (pixel clock, blanking, porches) - Physical display size calculator (PPI-based) - PDF export with selectable sections for system documentation - Dark theme optimized for control rooms and on-set use - Works completely offline -- no internet required - No tracking, no analytics, no data collection Whether you are verifying a 4K HDR signal over HDMI 2.1, planning a 25 GbE ST 2110 facility, optimizing NDI streams for your network, or documenting system specifications, ResEditor gives you the answer in seconds. Designed by CVH Visuals for professionals who need answers fast.

About

PixPlayer

Features
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PixPlayer is an iOS mobile playback control software specifically designed by CLT for fifth-generation poster screens. The software includes features such as system settings, screen folding control, cloud server binding, and firmware upgrades. 2. PixPlayer supports two material upload methods: USB drive upload and local mobile upload. 3. Program Editing: Quickly produce programs with simple broadcast control operations.

Screenshots

ResEditor4 screens
PixPlayer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PixPlayer at Free against ResEditor's $19.99. PixPlayer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). ResEditor's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PixPlayer is free to download; ResEditor costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ResEditor ships an update every 9 days, PixPlayer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ResEditor versus PixPlayer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterResEditorPixPlayer
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher Van HooseShenzhen CLT Electronics Co.,Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

ResEditor

No in-app purchases

None

PixPlayer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ResEditor free?
ResEditor costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PixPlayer free?
PixPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ResEditor or PixPlayer have ads?
Neither ResEditor nor PixPlayer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ResEditor or PixPlayer?
ResEditor ships an update every 9 days, and PixPlayer every 3 months. Most recently, ResEditor was updated on October 23, 2026 and PixPlayer on October 28, 2026.

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