LU vs iCoDaCo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LU
This app enables video professionals to transmit high-quality video from mobile devices by combining Wi-Fi and cellular networks. It requires a LiveU receiving server for full functionality. Be aware that continuous GPS use can impact battery life.
- Bonded transmission technology
- Combines Wi-Fi and cellular networks
- Optimal video quality
- Mobile transmission for professionals
- Requires LiveU receiving server
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The LU-Smart HD Mobile App Solution for video professionals brings LiveU's bonded transmission technology to iPhone or iPad, combining Wi-Fi and cellular networks to reach optimal video quality. NOTE: For the Live and FTP functionality, requires a LiveU receiving Server. Battery use disclaimer: This application uses GPS for location services. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
iCoDaCo
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The app allows the members of the different iCoDaCo collectives to view content and contribute to the iCoDaCo project.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LU at every 2 months against iCoDaCo's every 6 months. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LU ships an update every 2 months, iCoDaCo every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LU | iCoDaCo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | LiveU | Onspotstory AB |
In-app purchases
LU
No in-app purchases
iCoDaCo
No in-app purchases
