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Head-to-head · Projection Mapping Software

Christie Mystique vs LightAct

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Christie Mystique #2 in Projection Mapping Software 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Christie
LightAct #7 in Projection Mapping Software 7.4/10 Free plan · paid from €1,770 Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit LightAct

Christie Mystique leads on 1 check, LightAct on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreChristie Mystique · 8.8/10
  • Free planboth

Christie Mystique scores higher on our rubric for projection mapping software: 8.8 against 7.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #7.

Christie Mystique leads on projection outputs: 3 outputs versus 2 outputs.

Christie Mystique is the better fit for large-scale Christie projection installations. LightAct is the better fit for windows teams needing study and projection mapping.

  • Christie Mystique fits best

    Large-scale Christie projection installations

  • LightAct fits best

    Windows teams needing study and projection mapping

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Side by side

Feature Christie Mystique 8.8/10 Visit ↗ LightAct 7.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 7.4
Ranking #2 in Projection Mapping Software #7 in Projection Mapping Software
Best for Large-scale Christie projection installations Windows teams needing study and projection mapping
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop, Browser extension Desktop
Platforms Web, Windows Windows
Support Email, Phone, Docs Email, Community, Docs
Integrations 2 integrations 13 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Christie Mystique 3/3 · LightAct 3/3
Edge blending ✓ ✓
Live video input ✓ ✓
3D mapping ✓ ✓
Specs
Workflow Not published Hybrid
Projection outputs 3 outputs (best) 2 outputs
Control protocols Advanced Advanced
Our review
Pros
  • Automates camera-based alignment, recalibration, warping and edge blending
  • Supports flat, curved, dome, 360-degree and custom-shaped surfaces
  • Offers REST control, browser operation and Pandoras Box integration
  • Combines projection study, 2D mapping, 3D mapping, and calibration.
  • Supports automatic blending, timecode, live inputs, and advanced control.
  • Offers LightNet multi-server clustering and broad live-production integrations.
Cons
  • Advanced editions require a license
  • The no-cost Lite edition supports up to three Christie projectors
  • Live camera input is for alignment and recalibration, not content playback
  • Runs only on Windows hardware with discrete Nvidia graphics.
  • Easy Perpetual starts at €1,770 one-time.
  • Several higher-tier license prices are not shown in the listed plans.
Our verdict

Christie Mystique is camera-based software for projector alignment, warping, blending and projection mapping in professional visual installations. It is aimed at teams operating Christie projectors across venues, immersive attractions,…

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LightAct is media server software for live events and immersive fixed installations. It is designed for professional show operators, projection designers, and production teams working on large-scale video, lighting, and interactive…

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  1. Christie MystiqueProjection Mapping Software 8.8Free plan
  2. LightActProjection Mapping Software 7.4Free plan · paid from €1,770

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Christie Mystique — where it wins

    • Automates camera-based alignment, recalibration, warping and edge blending
    • Supports flat, curved, dome, 360-degree and custom-shaped surfaces
    • Offers REST control, browser operation and Pandoras Box integration

    Where it doesn't

    • Advanced editions require a license
    • The no-cost Lite edition supports up to three Christie projectors
    • Live camera input is for alignment and recalibration, not content playback

  • LightAct — where it wins

    • Combines projection study, 2D mapping, 3D mapping, and calibration.
    • Supports automatic blending, timecode, live inputs, and advanced control.
    • Offers LightNet multi-server clustering and broad live-production integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • Runs only on Windows hardware with discrete Nvidia graphics.
    • Easy Perpetual starts at €1,770 one-time.
    • Several higher-tier license prices are not shown in the listed plans.
  • Christie Mystique8.8/10 · Free plan

    A focused choice for automating alignment and projection mapping across Christie systems.

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  • LightAct7.4/10 · Free plan · paid from €1,770

    A Windows-focused media server with deep mapping, calibration, and live-control features.

    Visit LightActFull verdict →

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