Comparison

Cascable Studio vs Profoto Control

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

Head to head
About

Cascable Studio

Control and automate your camera functions directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Transfer photos and videos, trigger the shutter remotely, and utilize built-in automation tools for timelapses and more. Compatible with over 250 camera models.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control
  • Automated timelapses
  • Exposure bracketing
  • Shutter remote control
  • Fast image downloading
  • RAW capture support
  • Unified interface
Features
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Cascable Studio can take a good camera and make it amazing by helping you control and automate its functions right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can even transfer your photos and videos from it, all from one app. Compatible with more than 250 different cameras* from the biggest manufacturers, Cascable Studio connects via WiFi and USB* for super-fast image importing and much more. Whether you're a photography master or an eager hobbyist, Cascable Studio is the app your camera has been missing. Features include: - Full control of your camera's exposure and other settings right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. - Trigger the remote shutter for your camera through the app, whether in a studio, out in the field, or for a group shot. - Support for timelapses, exposure bracketing, and more with built-in automation tools. - Apple Watch support for controlling your camera's shutter — perfect for capturing those group shots! - TV output via both AirPlay and HDMI, making it easier to share your photos with others. - Built-in calculators for exposure and other features – great for astrophotography and more. - Fast and easy downloading of full resolution images (including RAW**) directly to your iPhone or iPad. - RAW capture with ease**. - Powerful drag-and-drop automation for creating complex and unique timelapse sequences and so much more. - Support for flash drives and SSDs for more flexible media storage options. - A zero-tap backup option so you'll never lose a photo again. - A single, unified interface regardless of the camera you use — no more learning curves when you buy a new camera! --- * Available features vary depending on camera model and connection method. When using USB, Cascable can import images from any camera that supports the industry-standard PTP protocol, and can fully remote control and automate Canon EOS, GoPro, Nikon, and Sony cameras. When using WiFi, Cascable supports WiFi or Ethernet equipped cameras from the following model ranges: - Canon EOS, PowerShot and IXUS/ELPH, - Fujifilm X and Finepix, - GoPro HERO 9 Black and newer, - Nikon D, - Olympus OM-D, PEN, and SH, - Panasonic LUMIX, - Phase One IQ4 with the XT or XF camera system, - Sony Alpha, HX, RX, and NEX. ** Fujifilm, GoPro, IXUS/ELPH models and certain older Panasonic/PowerShot models don't support RAW image transfer. See the Cascable Studio website for details. --- Cascable Studio Pro is required to unlock some additional features. Cascable Studio Pro is available as a one-time purchase or subscription – whichever you prefer. If you choose to subscribe to Cascable Studio Pro the purchase will be charged to your App Store account. The subscription will automatically renew 24 hours before it runs out and you can manage it from User Settings in the App Store. Terms and Privacy Policy: http://cascable.se/privacy --- Canon, EOS, PowerShot, IXUS and ELPH are trademarks of Canon Inc. Fujifilm and Finepix are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. Olympus, Olympus PEN, STYLUS and OM-D are trademarks of Olympus Corporation. Nikon is a trademark of Nikon Corporation. NEX, RX and α are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Uses the Camera Remote API by Sony.

About

Profoto Control

Control Profoto Bluetooth-enabled lighting equipment remotely from your smartphone. Adjust settings with intuitive touch controls and ensure your gear is up-to-date with easy firmware updates.

Highlights
  • Smart remote control
  • View and control Profoto Bluetooth products
  • Touch, swipe, and tweak lighting
  • Easy firmware updates
  • Update Profoto Bluetooth products
Features
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The Profoto Control app has been created for the modern, connected photographers that want to get the most out of their creative workflow – whether using a DSLR or Mirrorless camera. This is the Profoto experience at its best. Key features: SMART REMOTE CONTROL View and control all Profoto Bluetooth-enabled products from your smartphone screen. Touch, swipe and tweak until you get the light just right. EASY UPDATES The latest updates for Profoto Bluetooth-enabled products are now available at your fingertips. Update quickly from the app, so you are ready to shoot with the latest, improved firmware. Ultimately, this app lets you be as creative as you can be. LOOKING FOR PROFOTO CAMERA APP? Looking for a way to create images with your smartphone and Profoto lights? Search App Store for “Profoto Camera” and start using it! Please send your feedback and feature ideas to hello@profoto.com! Love, Profoto team.

Screenshots

Cascable Studio4 screens
Profoto Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Profoto Control at 4.7 against Cascable Studio's 4.0. Profoto Control also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). Cascable Studio's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Cascable Studio sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Profoto Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Profoto Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 379 and 896 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Cascable Studio's written reviews are positive against 38% of Profoto Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cascable Studio ships an update monthly, Profoto Control every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Cascable Studio versus Profoto Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCascable StudioProfoto Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (379 ratings)4.7 (896 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.3% of reviews — better38.0% of reviews
Number of ratings379896 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCascable ABProfoto

Customer experience

Cascable Studio

All ratings379 ratings
Positive71.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews214 reviews
Positive45.3%
Neutral15.4%
Negative39.3%

Profoto Control

All ratings896 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews108 reviews
Positive38.0%
Neutral10.2%
Negative51.9%

User reviews

Cascable Studio

From 379 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Powerful remote control features
  • 🔍 Excellent camera control and preview
  • 📷 Great for tethered shooting
  • 🕰️ Useful intervalometer and bulb mode
  • 🌄 Helpful for astrophotography

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • ⚠️ Compatibility problems with some cameras
  • 🔍 Limited camera setting control
  • 🔍 Slow photo review and transfer speeds
  • 💰 Expensive for some users

Profoto Control

From 896 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and responsive app
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 💡 Useful features for controlling lights
  • 🔥 Excellent lighting quality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🚫 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 🔍 Lack of advanced features and customization
  • 💤 Unreliable firmware updates

Bugs and requests

Cascable Studio

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when connecting to camera
  • Camera settings not applying correctly
  • Unreliable shutter triggering
  • Geotagging issues in certain regions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full-screen mode without overlays
  • Ability to rate/sort photos on camera
  • Support for more camera models
  • Improved video recording capabilities
  • Background operation for intervalometer

Profoto Control

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to register equipment in the app
  • App crashes on launch or when connecting to lights
  • Firmware update process is unreliable
  • Inconsistent exposure and zoom support

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more Profoto light models
  • Improve camera integration and functionality
  • Implement independent light group control
  • Provide localization in more languages

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Cascable Studio

Subscriptions3
  • Cascable Pro (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Cascable Pro (Quarterly)$12.993 Months
  • Cascable Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time5
  • Complete My Bundle$4.99
  • Complete My Bundle$14.99
  • Cascable 7 Pro Upgrade$29.99
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  • Cascable Pro (Legacy)$99.99
  • Cascable Pro (No Subscription)$99.99
None

Profoto Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cascable Studio free?
Cascable Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Profoto Control free?
Profoto Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cascable Studio or Profoto Control?
Profoto Control is rated higher. Cascable Studio averages 4.0 out of 5 from 379 ratings, while Profoto Control averages 4.7 from 896 ratings.
Do Cascable Studio or Profoto Control have ads?
Neither Cascable Studio nor Profoto Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cascable Studio or Profoto Control?
Cascable Studio ships an update monthly, and Profoto Control every 2 months. Most recently, Cascable Studio was updated on October 10, 2026 and Profoto Control on October 4, 2026.

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