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TowMagic vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against TowMagic's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

TowMagic
This App
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75F Occupant LS
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New Kid
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New Kid
Core Identity
DeveloperBeacon Software, LLCTruckX IncGuangdong Nanguang Photo&Video Systems Co., LtdESPRESSIF SYSTEMS (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD.75FEmcanZhenHua Wu
CategoryBusinessBusinessUtilitiesDeveloper ToolsLifestyleAuto & VehiclesUtilities
PlatformiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOS
Store Metrics
Rating4.4 / 54.3 / 52.0 / 54.3 / 55.0 / 50.0 / 50.0 / 5
Ratings Count881138910800
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree$0.99
Release DateAug 1, 2018Aug 10, 2019Oct 8, 2021Apr 11, 2020Sep 6, 2022May 14, 2026Mar 18, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 15, 2022May 7, 2026Mar 24, 2026May 4, 2026May 12, 2026May 18, 2026May 9, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment-mixednegative----
Score-65/10025/100----
Praises--
  • Lighting control features provide professional utility for on-set color adjustments and scene management
  • Bluetooth connectivity enables fast pairing for immediate light control in simple studio setups
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Complaints--
  • Persistent Bluetooth connection failures prevent reliable control of lighting fixtures during professional shoots
  • Mandatory account registration creates unnecessary friction for users seeking simple remote light control
  • Lack of responsive interface design for tablets forces inefficient use of screen space
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Requests--
  • Master control functionality to adjust multiple lighting fixtures simultaneously instead of individual management
  • Responsive tablet interface to improve workflow efficiency for professional gaffers on set
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Direct integration with motor club dispatch workflows functions as a B2B distribution barrier.
  • Mobile-first asset tracker configuration reduces administrative friction
  • 30-day free trial lowers entry barrier for small fleets
  • Proprietary protocol integration for Nanguang hardware
  • Granular Pixel FX control for complex lighting sequences
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  • Proprietary hardware integration creates high switching costs
  • Cloud-based architecture enables centralized multi-site management
  • Technician-focused interface reduces training overhead
  • Lightweight architecture ensures fast mobile performance
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Weaknesses
  • No driver logbook access despite industry-standard fleet management requirements.
  • 0.5★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base.
  • 0.65★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates platform-specific instability
  • Premium plan requirement limits top-of-funnel conversion
  • 2.25 average rating across platforms
  • Mandatory account registration friction
  • Persistent Bluetooth connection instability
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  • Zero rating count on Android platform
  • Lack of public user feedback channels
  • Zero consumer-facing features limit utility
  • No offline mode for remote diagnostic entry
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Pricingfreesubscriptionfreefreefreefreepaid
MomentumZombieMaintenanceMaintenance-MaintenanceMaintenance-
Update Cadence2 versions, ~41d avg2 versions, ~1d avg2 versions, ~1d avg-2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~1d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~1d avg-

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