Software comparison

disguise Designer vs VDMX

disguise Designer is a media server, while VDMX is a VJ application — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.

	disguise Designer	VDMX
Developer	disguise	VIDVOX
Country	United Kingdom	United States
Category	Media servers	VJ software
Platforms	Windows	macOS
Licence	Software with disguise media-server hardware	Paid licence
Skill level	Pro	Intermediate
First release	—	—
Best for	Stadium tours, broadcast, large permanent installations.	Mac-based VJs who build custom performance layouts.
Key features	3D stage visualiser Projection study & calibration (OmniCal) Large multi-server playback xR / virtual production Timeline sequencing	Modular VJ workspace ISF shaders Syphon MIDI/OSC control

Verdict

Only disguise Designer runs on Windows.

Only VDMX runs on macOS.

Choose disguise Designer for stadium tours, broadcast, large permanent installations.

Choose VDMX for mac-based VJs who build custom performance layouts.

Facts are curated and checked against vendor websites; licences and prices change — always confirm on the official sites before buying.