Gantom Updater vs ShowMatic
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Gantom Updater
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This is a specialty tool used to install custom firmware or firmware upgrades onto Gantom's compatible products. An auxiliary cable is all that is needed to connect between your iOS device and the device to be updated. This tool is only intended for use by trained professionals with our compatible devices. DO NOT USE unless instructed to do so because this tool may disable your Gantom device if used incorrectly.
ShowMatic
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ShowMatic is the mobile command center for our controllers. Built for haunted attractions, escape rooms, interactive exhibits, and entertainment venues that demand instant visibility and zero downtime. YOUR SHOW IN YOUR POCKET See every device across your location at a glance. Live status streams over Wi-Fi so you know the second a prop stops responding, an air loop drops pressure, or a controller loses power - before patrons notice. MONITOR & DIAGNOSE FROM ANYWHERE Monitor and diagnose your devices from right in front of the prop, from anywhere in the world over the internet, or even without Wi-Fi or internet. FAULT NOTIFICATIONS Get a push alert when a problem is detected. Your tech team can intercept problems before the show is affected. MANAGE AND CONFIGURE Use the app to provision your devices for Wi-Fi, upload sounds, configure scenes, and more. REQUIREMENTS ShowMatic hardware and a ShowMatic account on our cloud.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ShowMatic at every 3 weeks against Gantom Updater's every 7 months. Gantom Updater's advantage is iOS requirement (6.1 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Gantom Updater ships an update every 7 months, ShowMatic every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gantom Updater | ShowMatic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 6.1 โ better | 15.6 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gantom | Bright Ideas Custom Electronics Inc |
In-app purchases
Gantom Updater
No in-app purchases
ShowMatic
No in-app purchases









