Software comparison

HeavyM vs Modul8

HeavyM is a projection-mapping tool, while Modul8 is a VJ application — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.

HeavyMModul8
DeveloperDigital EssenceGarageCUBE
CountryFranceSwitzerland
CategoryProjection-mapping softwareVJ software
PlatformsWindows, macOSmacOS
LicenceFree trial; paid plansPaid licence
Skill levelBeginnerBeginner → Intermediate
First release——
Best forFirst projection-mapping projects, events, shop windows and education.Classic Mac VJ setups paired with MadMapper.
Key features
  • Automatic shape detection
  • Built-in effects library
  • Music-synchronised sequences
  • Projector + scanner workflow
  • Simple surface drawing
  • Layer-based VJ mixing
  • Module scripting
  • Syphon output to MadMapper

Verdict

Only HeavyM runs on Windows.

Choose HeavyM for first projection-mapping projects, events, shop windows and education.

Choose Modul8 for classic Mac VJ setups paired with MadMapper.

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