Software comparison

HeavyM vs PIXERA

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

	HeavyM	PIXERA
Developer	Digital Essence	AV Stumpfl
Country	France	Austria
Category	Projection-mapping software	Media servers
Platforms	Windows, macOS	Windows
Licence	Free trial; paid plans	Paid licences (free version with limitations)
Skill level	Beginner	Pro
First release	—	—
Best for	First projection-mapping projects, events, shop windows and education.	Permanent attractions, theme parks, touring shows.
Key features	Automatic shape detection Built-in effects library Music-synchronised sequences Projector + scanner workflow Simple surface drawing	Real-time 3D media server Projection mapping & auto-calibration Timeline & control Large-scale multi-output

Verdict

Only HeavyM runs on macOS.

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

Choose PIXERA for permanent attractions, theme parks, touring shows.

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