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Head-to-head · RGB Lighting Software

Cooler Master MasterPlus+ vs Thermaltake iTAKE Engine

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Cooler Master MasterPlus+ #4 in RGB Lighting Software 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Cooler Master
Thermaltake iTAKE Engine #5 in RGB Lighting Software 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Thermaltake

Cooler Master MasterPlus+ leads on 0 checks, Thermaltake iTAKE Engine on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Free planboth

Cooler Master MasterPlus+ and Thermaltake iTAKE Engine score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for rgb lighting software; Cooler Master MasterPlus+ sits at #4 and Thermaltake iTAKE Engine at #5 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

Cooler Master MasterPlus+ is the better fit for cooler Master hardware owners. Thermaltake iTAKE Engine is the better fit for thermaltake users wanting mobile control.

  • Cooler Master MasterPlus+ fits best

    Cooler Master hardware owners

  • Thermaltake iTAKE Engine fits best

    Thermaltake users wanting mobile control

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Side by side

Feature Cooler Master MasterPlus+ 7.9/10 Visit ↗ Thermaltake iTAKE Engine 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #4 in RGB Lighting Software #5 in RGB Lighting Software
Best for Cooler Master hardware owners Thermaltake users wanting mobile control
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Windows Windows, iOS, Android
Integrations 9 integrations 2 integrations
Features Cooler Master MasterPlus+ 3/4 · Thermaltake iTAKE Engine 3/4
Addressable RGB control ✓ ✓
Cross-device sync ✓ ✓
Lighting profiles ✓ ✓
Game lighting effects Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Device scope Both Both
Maximum profiles Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Customizes colors, effects, and brightness on supported RGB devices.
  • Synchronizes lighting across compatible Cooler Master products.
  • Adds key mapping, macros, and profiles for compatible peripherals.
  • Custom lighting effects include individual-key customization.
  • Synchronizes lighting across compatible Thermaltake devices.
  • Mobile app adds voice commands, a virtual controller, and a virtual keyboard.
Cons
  • Compatibility depends on the specific device and supported-product list.
  • Verified integrations center on Cooler Master hardware.
  • Requires Windows 10 or Windows 11.
  • Controls are for compatible Thermaltake hardware, not arbitrary RGB devices.
  • Its scope centers on lighting, macros, and profiles for Thermaltake products.
  • Razer Chroma integration does not make the software a general RGB controller.
Our verdict

MasterPlus+ is free Windows software for configuring compatible Cooler Master cooling products, cases, power supplies, controllers, peripherals, desks, monitors, and immersive hardware. It is aimed at people who own Cooler Master devices…

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Thermaltake iTAKE Engine controls RGB lighting on compatible Thermaltake gaming peripherals and TT RGB PLUS products. It suits people with Thermaltake keyboards, mice, headsets, mouse pads, gaming desks, lighting strips, or selected power,…

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  1. Cooler Master MasterPlus+RGB Lighting Software 7.9Free plan
  2. Thermaltake iTAKE EngineRGB Lighting Software 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Cooler Master MasterPlus+ — where it wins

    • Customizes colors, effects, and brightness on supported RGB devices.
    • Synchronizes lighting across compatible Cooler Master products.
    • Adds key mapping, macros, and profiles for compatible peripherals.

    Where it doesn't

    • Compatibility depends on the specific device and supported-product list.
    • Verified integrations center on Cooler Master hardware.
    • Requires Windows 10 or Windows 11.

  • Thermaltake iTAKE Engine — where it wins

    • Custom lighting effects include individual-key customization.
    • Synchronizes lighting across compatible Thermaltake devices.
    • Mobile app adds voice commands, a virtual controller, and a virtual keyboard.

    Where it doesn't

    • Controls are for compatible Thermaltake hardware, not arbitrary RGB devices.
    • Its scope centers on lighting, macros, and profiles for Thermaltake products.
    • Razer Chroma integration does not make the software a general RGB controller.
  • Cooler Master MasterPlus+7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free Windows utility for RGB control and peripheral configuration within Cooler Master’s ecosystem.

    Visit Cooler MasterFull verdict →
  • Thermaltake iTAKE Engine7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free lighting and profile tool for Thermaltake devices, with mobile controls and voice commands.

    Visit ThermaltakeFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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