Ghost Arcade
8.4#1 in projection mapping software$1.99 one-timeFree planiOSWebAPILinux
VisitGhost Arcade vs SurfaBeam Pro
SurfaBeam Pro
7.3#3 in projection mapping softwareFrom $39.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Ghost Arcade | SurfaBeam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Official pages list Ableton Link, Syphon, Spout, NDI, WLED, Art-Net, sACN, DMX input and PJLink projector control. | The maker documents AirPlay, Chromecast and its SurfaBeam Link receiver as projection or casting options. |
Ghost Arcade plans
- Desktop app (Ghost Arcade 2.0.16 and legacy 1.9)Free
- Ghost Arcade desktopFree
- Ghost Arcade iPhone/iPad$1.99, paid once
- iPhone and iPad app$1.99, paid once
SurfaBeam Pro plans
- FreeFree
- Personal (Windows direct installer)$3.99 a month
- Personal (Windows direct installer)$39.99 a year
- Commercial (Windows direct installer)$499 a year
- Pro (Steam DLC)—
- Pro (Apple App Store and Google Play)—
Pick Ghost Arcade if…
Ghost Arcade suits VJs and projection artists who need surface mapping, show rehearsal tools, and live visual controls. Its iPhone and iPad app may also suit performers seeking mobile clip launching and touch effects.
Pick SurfaBeam Pro if…
SurfaBeam Pro may suit digital artists, creators, event professionals, DJs, retail brands, and homeowners who want to map visuals onto surfaces. Its one-output limit is relevant for anyone planning a projection setup.