Comparison

Setellite vs Stage Manager

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

Head to head
About

Setellite

This platform streamlines on-set VFX data organization for film and episodic productions. It allows for real-time collaboration and efficient collection of critical shot data, even without an active internet connection.

Highlights
  • On-set VFX data organization
  • Real-time collaborative project sharing
  • Digital form creation
  • Offline data collection
  • Compatibility with global slate and take systems
  • Easy modification and sharing of shot data
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Since 2012, Setellite has set the standard as the most widely used platform for on-set VFX data organization. Setellite offers VFX data wranglers, VFX supervisors and production crews extensive productivity and real-time collaborative project sharing solutions to quickly and efficiently collect critical on-set (VFX) shot data that can be easily modified and shared with key stakeholders before, during, and after production. Setellite is built around the concept of creating digital forms and is fully compatible with the system of slates and takes used on any film set throughout the world, whether you shoot for features or episodic. Setellite does not require an active (data) connection to collect on-set data. However, certain functionalities such as initial project syncing (downloading data to the device) and security measures (f.i. 2FA, depending on your preferences) might need temporary connectivity. When offline, syncing between your project and the website (or with other users) is suspended, but will resume as soon as a connection is available.

About

Stage Manager

This app provides engineers with comprehensive control over video routing, processing, and control equipment via an Apple device. It allows for the creation and triggering of macros through a visual grid interface, simplifying complex operations. An audit log tracks executed macros for easy troubleshooting.

Highlights
  • Video equipment control
  • Macro creation and triggering
  • Colorful grid-view interface
  • Audit log for executed macros
  • Streamlined video system management
Features
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Introducing our new app designed specifically for engineers who work with video routing, processing, and control equipment! Our powerful app puts you in complete control of your video equipment, right from your Apple device. With our app, you can create macros that can be easily triggered in a colorful grid-view interface. This makes it easy to perform complex video equipment operations with just a few taps on your iPhone or iPad. Our app's audit log feature also allows you to keep track of all macros previously executed, making it easy to track changes and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. Designed with the needs of engineers in mind, our app makes it easy to manage even the most complex video systems with minimal effort. Whether you're working in a production facility, broadcast studio, or live event setting, our app gives you the tools you need to get the job done quickly and efficiently. So if you're an engineer looking to streamline your video equipment management, look no further than our app. Download it now from the Apple App Store and experience the ultimate in video equipment control and management.

Screenshots

Stage Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Setellite at 4.3 against Stage Manager's 2.1. Setellite also leads on review sentiment (17% vs 0%). Stage Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and iOS requirement 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. Setellite sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $35.00 per month. Stage Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Setellite holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Setellite's written reviews are positive against 0% of Stage Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Setellite ships an update monthly, Stage Manager weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Setellite versus Stage Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetelliteStage Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3 ratings) — better2.1 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings37 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPLX Technologies B.V.Fuse Technical Group, LLC

Customer experience

Setellite

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative66.7%

Stage Manager

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Setellite

Subscriptions3
  • Setellite Pro User Monthly$35.001 Month
  • Setellite Team User Monthly$70.001 Month
  • Setellite Studio User Monthly$129.991 Month
None

Stage Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Setellite free?
Setellite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stage Manager free?
Stage Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Setellite or Stage Manager?
Setellite is rated higher. Setellite averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Stage Manager averages 2.1 from 7 ratings.
Do Setellite or Stage Manager have ads?
Neither Setellite nor Stage Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Setellite or Stage Manager?
Setellite ships an update monthly, and Stage Manager weekly. Most recently, Setellite was updated on June 11, 2026 and Stage Manager on June 1, 2026.

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