LightMap
6.0#14 in projection mapping software€1,286 one-timeWebmacOS
VisitLightMap vs SurfaBeam Pro
SurfaBeam Pro
7.3#3 in projection mapping softwareFrom $39.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | LightMap | SurfaBeam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Lengerich, Germany | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Integrations | The maker lists PJLink, Art-Net, sACN, OSC, TCP, and UDP interfaces or protocols. | The maker documents AirPlay, Chromecast and its SurfaBeam Link receiver as projection or casting options. |
LightMap plans
- LightMap Core€1,286, paid once
- LightMap Speech€1,286, paid once
- LightMap Server€1,986, 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 LightMap if…
LightMap may suit teams building projection scenes for venues, signage, architecture, or VJ projects. Its multi-output and synchronization features also address large fixed installations.
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.