Software comparison

Splash vs VDMX

Splash is an open-source mapping tool, while VDMX is a VJ application — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.

SplashVDMX
DeveloperSociété des arts technologiques (SAT)VIDVOX
CountryCanadaUnited States
CategoryOpen sourceVJ software
PlatformsLinuxmacOS
LicenceFree & open source (GPL)Paid licence
Skill levelProIntermediate
First release——
Best forDomes and multi-projector immersive spaces on Linux.Mac-based VJs who build custom performance layouts.
Key features
  • Multi-projector video mapping
  • Automatic calibration
  • Dome & immersive spaces
  • Real-time blending
  • Modular VJ workspace
  • ISF shaders
  • Syphon
  • MIDI/OSC control

Verdict

Only Splash runs on Linux.

Only VDMX runs on macOS.

Choose Splash for domes and multi-projector immersive spaces on Linux.

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

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