Comparison

SHEHDS vs PTZ

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

Head to head
About

SHEHDS

Features
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SHEHDS is a professional DMX512 lighting controller that supports both Art-Net (Wi-Fi) and Bluetooth control for real-time lighting management. Key Features: • Art-Net protocol support (UDP over Wi-Fi) • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) control for nearby devices • Up to 512 DMX channels • Real-time fader control with low latency • Multiple fixture configurations and flexible channel mapping • Dual-mode communication: local Bluetooth + remote Wi-Fi • Stable and responsive performance in complex network environments • Fully offline operation, no login required, no data collection Ideal Use Cases: Stage lighting, live events, exhibitions, equipment testing, and light show control.

About

PTZ

This production tool helps live event camera operators manage PTZ cameras and audience seating. Assign preset numbers, recall shots instantly, and collaborate with your tech team locally. Designed for low-light environments, it keeps your data on your device.

Highlights
  • Auditorium map with color-coded seating
  • PTZ camera preset management
  • Live session collaboration over local network
  • Live camera preview feeds
  • Program details and service order management
  • Preset status tracking
  • Customizable venue layouts
  • Profile saving and restoration
Features
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PTZ-P is the production tool built for live event camera operators. Map your audience to seats, assign PTZ preset numbers, recall shots instantly and run your video switcher — all from your iPhone or iPad. It is a focused tool for live production teams who run PTZ cameras and need to know exactly which shot is ready for every seat in the room. KEY FEATURES Auditorium Map Visually place people in your venue layout. Color-coded seats show who's seated, which presets are ready, and who still needs to be shot. Moving someone to another seat never changes their preset number. Camera Control Pan, tilt, zoom and focus with a live preview of each camera, then call or save presets with one tap. Works with VISCA over IP, Panasonic AW-series, PTZOptics, Canon and Pelco-D cameras. PTZ-P detects your camera model and shows only the controls it supports. Video Switcher Control a Blackmagic ATEM or OSEE GoStream switcher from the same screen as your cameras: Preview and Program monitors, CUT, AUTO, Fade to Black, transitions, keyers, picture-in-picture and the audio mixer. Available controls depend on the switcher model. Stills Library & Playlists Import pictures from Photos or Files, or use the built-in test pictures. Build named playlists, share them with your team, and cue the next picture onto an ATEM media player and preview without touching what's on air. Camera Presets per Camera Every camera keeps its own preset numbers, and every person belongs to one camera, so numbers never collide. Add as many cameras as you need, or bulk add a whole list of names at once. Venue Areas Name the shots that matter — stage, podium, wide — and recall each camera's view of an area with one tap. Live Session Collaboration Start a session and your whole tech team joins over your local network. Assign roles (Host, Backup, Director, Tech), broadcast program updates, and chat in real time — no internet required. Program Details Build a complete running order — songs, speakers, announcements, and media cues. Broadcast the program to your whole team the moment it changes. Preset Status Tracking Orange = not yet shot. Green = ready. Statuses reset each morning so your slate is clean before every event. Custom Layouts Design your venue from scratch with sections, curved rows, floors and auxiliary rooms, with a live preview as you resize. Profiles & Sharing Save complete setups as named profiles and restore any of them in one tap. Share a .ptzsetup file over AirDrop or Messages and open it on another device to restore everything. Troubleshooting Built In Auto Test checks every camera function by reading the camera back, and audit recording captures exactly what happened when something didn't work. Designed for Real Production Environments Dark interface built for low-light rooms. Works entirely on your local network — no account, no internet, no subscription required. Your data stays on your device. Built for churches, theaters, conference centers, and any venue that needs reliable, fast PTZ recall. ATEM is a trademark of Blackmagic Design. GoStream is a trademark of OSEE. PTZ-P is not affiliated with either company.

Screenshots

SHEHDS3 screens
PTZ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PTZ at monthly against SHEHDS's every 5 months. SHEHDS's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SHEHDS ships an update every 5 months, PTZ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SHEHDS versus PTZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSHEHDSPTZ
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer广州申禾舞台灯光设备有限责任公司Hector Hinojosa

In-app purchases

None

SHEHDS

No in-app purchases

None

PTZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SHEHDS free?
SHEHDS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PTZ free?
PTZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SHEHDS or PTZ have ads?
Neither SHEHDS nor PTZ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SHEHDS or PTZ?
SHEHDS ships an update every 5 months, and PTZ monthly. Most recently, SHEHDS was updated on October 13, 2026 and PTZ on October 14, 2026.

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