Comparison

Hyper Controller vs ELMC for Ecamm Live

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

Head to head
About

Hyper Controller

Control multiple BlackMagic Hyperdecks remotely via Ethernet without needing an intermediary computer. Access advanced features like clip naming, list loading, and drive management directly from your iPad.

Highlights
  • Control multiple Hyperdecks
  • Ethernet connection
  • No computer required
  • Clip naming
  • Group clip naming
  • Load clips via list
  • HDD slot changing
Features
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Hyper Controller is designed to control multiple BlackMagic Hyperdeck over their ethernet connection. The app does not require any computer or device in between the iPad and the Hyperdeck. Just connect the Hyperdeck to a wireless router and connect the iPad to the same router and away you go. The app also allows features that are not available via the front panel of the device at this time. These include - Clip naming - Group clip naming - Full clip lists - Loading clips via list selection - HDD slot changing without removing drives - Time remaining without having to start recording - Gang playback/record Please note. The gang playback and record functions are not designed to be frame accurate between decks. You Must have Hyperdeck firmware version 4.0 or later. This software will not control the Hyperdeck shuttle as it does not have a network connection. Password for factory reset is 1212 This Full version removes the limitation of only 2 decks so you can add as many decks as required.

About

ELMC for Ecamm Live

Control your live streaming software from your mobile device. Easily switch scenes, trigger overlays, manage audio, and control video playback. This app offers a comprehensive remote control for your broadcasting setup.

Highlights
  • Scene selection
  • Overlay triggering
  • Input source management
  • Audio level control
  • Video and sound playback
  • Recording and streaming control
  • Picture-in-picture toggle
Features
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Control Ecamm Live using any iOS mobile device. With ELMC you will be able to control all aspects of Ecamm Live: Select between different scenes, trigger overlays by turning them on or off, select inputs (cameras, interview guest, NDI sources, etc), play and stop videos and sounds. You can control all volume levels independently. With this app you will be able to switch between different source modes such as camera mode, screen share mode, video mode, and blank source mode. The app gives your controls to toggle on or off the picture-in-picture feature. You can start or stop your recordings or live stream. ELMC provides over 29 actions to control Ecamm live. The ELMC app now supports two layout formats: Auto Layout & Custom Layouts Visit https://elmc.app/elmc-mobile-app for a complete list of actions.

Screenshots

ELMC for Ecamm Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hyper Controller at 5.0 against ELMC for Ecamm Live's 4.0. Hyper Controller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). ELMC for Ecamm Live's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. ELMC for Ecamm Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Hyper Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hyper Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ELMC for Ecamm Live has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hyper Controller ships an update every 3 weeks, ELMC for Ecamm Live every 2 months. Both last shipped on June 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Hyper Controller versus ELMC for Ecamm Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHyper ControllerELMC for Ecamm Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better12.4
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLuke IrvineJerry Seigle

Customer experience

Hyper Controller

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ELMC for Ecamm Live

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Hyper Controller

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ELMC for Ecamm Live

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Access7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro Access7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Hyper Controller free?
Hyper Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ELMC for Ecamm Live free?
ELMC for Ecamm Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hyper Controller or ELMC for Ecamm Live?
Hyper Controller is rated higher. Hyper Controller averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ELMC for Ecamm Live averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Hyper Controller or ELMC for Ecamm Live have ads?
Neither Hyper Controller nor ELMC for Ecamm Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hyper Controller or ELMC for Ecamm Live?
Hyper Controller ships an update every 3 weeks, and ELMC for Ecamm Live every 2 months. Most recently, Hyper Controller was updated on June 24, 2026 and ELMC for Ecamm Live on June 24, 2026.

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