Comparison

Stardate Clock vs Stage Effects

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

Head to head
About

Stardate Clock

Features
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Stardate Clock brings a futuristic twist to timekeeping on Apple Watch. Display a continuously updating fictional stardate directly on your watch and add it to supported watch face complications for quick access throughout the day. Choose from multiple stardate calculation styles inspired by different eras of science-fiction storytelling and customise the experience to match your preference. Features • Live stardate display on Apple Watch • Watch face complications and widgets • Multiple stardate eras and calculation styles • Clean, space-inspired design • Lightweight and battery-friendly • Works independently on Apple Watch Whether you're a lifelong science-fiction fan or simply enjoy futuristic technology, Stardate Clock adds a unique and imaginative way to experience the passage of time. Disclaimer: Stardate Clock is an independent fan-created utility. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with Paramount Global, CBS Studios, or the Star Trek franchise.

About

Stage Effects

Features
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Stage Effects is the all-in-one toolkit for stage lighting professionals. Import your MVR file, see your rig in full 3D, and take live control of every fixture — all from a single app. Visualise Your Rig in 3D Import any .mvr file and watch your lighting design come to life in an interactive 3D viewer. Navigate the rig, identify fixtures by tapping them, and toggle layer visibility — exactly the way your lighting console sees the world. Channel labels float above every fixture so you always know what's where. Live Art-Net & RDM Control Connect to your Art-Net network and discover every fixture in seconds. Full E1.20 RDM support means you can read and set DMX address, personality, dimmer curves, pan/tilt invert, and sensor data — without touching the lighting console. From the fixture detail screen: • Set DMX start address with wire-level readback confirmation • Switch personalities and operating modes • Set a custom device label • Identify by fixture, universe, or fixture type • Read and change dimmer curves • Monitor temperature, voltage, and other sensors • View device hours, lamp hours, and lamp state • Invert pan, tilt, or swap pan/tilt on moving heads • Reset to factory defaults or reboot Multi-node rigs are fully supported — each RDM command routes to the node that reported that fixture. Engineering Calculators Built for riggers and technicians, not just designers: • Cable Run Planner — circuits, SOCA zones, 63A distros, kVA load • Rigging load distribution and safe working loads • Truss UDL & CPL reference (Prolyte / Eurotruss) • DMX Address Calculator and DIP Switch Decoder • Power Draw Calculator — watts to amps and breaker sizing • Projector Throw Calculator — distance, screen size, lens ratio • Voltage Drop Calculator • Unit Converter — kg/lb, m/ft, lux/fc, °C/°F Prep Lists & MVR File Management Build your kit list, save MVR files to the cloud, and share them across your crew. Export cable run sheets and plans as PDF or Excel — ready for the truck pack. Download Stage Effects and spend less time on paperwork, more time making great shows. Terms of Use Link: https://stageeffects.co.za/privacy-policy/ Privacy Policy Link: https://stageeffects.co.za/privacy-policy/

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Stardate Clock at 13.0 against Stage Effects's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Stardate Clock versus Stage Effects: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStardate ClockStage Effects
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher DawesCONCEPTLABS (PTY) LTD

In-app purchases

None

Stardate Clock

No in-app purchases

None

Stage Effects

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stardate Clock free?
Stardate Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stage Effects free?
Stage Effects is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stardate Clock or Stage Effects have ads?
Neither Stardate Clock nor Stage Effects shows ads.

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