Software comparison
Splash vs Ventuz
Splash is an open-source mapping tool, while Ventuz is a real-time, node-based environment — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.
| Splash | Ventuz | |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Société des arts technologiques (SAT) | Ventuz Technology |
| Country | Canada | Germany |
| Category | Open source | Real-time & node-based |
| Platforms | Linux | Windows |
| Licence | Free & open source (GPL) | Paid licences |
| Skill level | Pro | Pro |
| First release | — | — |
| Best for | Domes and multi-projector immersive spaces on Linux. | Corporate shows and broadcast with real-time graphics. |
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Verdict
Only Splash runs on Linux.
Only Ventuz runs on Windows.
Choose Splash for domes and multi-projector immersive spaces on Linux.
Choose Ventuz for corporate shows and broadcast with real-time graphics.
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