Software comparison
Isadora vs Splash
Isadora is a show-control application, while Splash is an open-source mapping tool — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.
| Isadora | Splash | |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | TroikaTronix | Société des arts technologiques (SAT) |
| Country | Germany | Canada |
| Category | Show control | Open source |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | Linux |
| Licence | Perpetual or subscription | Free & open source (GPL) |
| Skill level | Beginner → Intermediate | Pro |
| First release | — | — |
| Best for | Dance, theatre and interactive performance. | Domes and multi-projector immersive spaces on Linux. |
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Verdict
Only Isadora runs on Windows, macOS.
Only Splash runs on Linux.
Choose Isadora for dance, theatre and interactive performance.
Choose Splash for domes and multi-projector immersive spaces on Linux.
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