Software comparison

MadMapper vs Resolume Avenue

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

MadMapperResolume Avenue
DeveloperGarageCUBE & 1024 ArchitectureResolume
CountrySwitzerland / FranceNetherlands
CategoryProjection-mapping softwareVJ software
PlatformsmacOS, WindowsWindows, macOS
LicencePerpetual licence (rental options)Perpetual licence per major version
Skill levelBeginner → ProBeginner
First release2011—
Best forArchitectural mapping, LED installations and fast set-ups by small teams.VJ performances without the advanced mapping, blending and DMX features of Arena.
Key features
  • Surface & mesh warping
  • Edge blending
  • LED & DMX/Art-Net pixel mapping
  • Spatial scanner
  • Built-in generative materials
  • MiniMad hardware player
  • Syphon/Spout & NDI input
  • Live VJ mixing & effects
  • Audio-reactive & BPM sync
  • Multiple screen outputs
  • NDI, Syphon/Spout

Verdict

Choose MadMapper for architectural mapping, LED installations and fast set-ups by small teams.

Choose Resolume Avenue for vJ performances without the advanced mapping, blending and DMX features of Arena.

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