# Tentacle Setup vs SoundSheet

The clearest difference is rating: SoundSheet at 5.0 against Tentacle Setup's 3.9. SoundSheet also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 weeks). Tentacle Setup's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SoundSheet sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Tentacle Setup asks for nothing beyond the download.

SoundSheet holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tentacle Setup has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tentacle Setup ships an update every 4 weeks, SoundSheet every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tentacle Setup | SoundSheet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tentacle-setup/id1035157175/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundsheet/id6764545870/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tentacle Sync GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1133987689) | [Jakub Juchniewicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895827375) |

## What reviewers say

### Tentacle Setup

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tentacle-setup/id1035157175)

This app allows you to control Tentacle SYNC E, TRACK E, and TIMEBAR devices via Bluetooth. It facilitates setting, syncing, and recording timecode for professional audio and video workflows. Simply turn on Bluetooth and follow the on-screen instructions to manage your devices.

**Highlights:** Device control via Bluetooth, Set, sync, and record timecode, Manage SYNC E, TRACK E, and TIMEBAR, Intuitive on-screen instructions, Streamlined workflow management

**In-app purchases:** none


### SoundSheet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundsheet/id6764545870)

This app streamlines film and TV sound department operations. It helps manage shooting days, equipment, inventory, and invoicing. Features include SFX organization, scout notes, and insurance reports, with optional website integration for clients.

**Highlights:** Shooting day management, Equipment checklist builder, Inventory tracking, Invoice creation, SFX library organization, Workspace sharing, Website integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Website integration. | $2.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| SoundSheet Pro for Mac | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tentacle Setup free?

Tentacle Setup is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SoundSheet free?

SoundSheet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tentacle Setup or SoundSheet?

SoundSheet is rated higher. Tentacle Setup averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while SoundSheet averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Tentacle Setup or SoundSheet have ads?

SoundSheet shows ads; Tentacle Setup does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tentacle Setup or SoundSheet?

Tentacle Setup ships an update every 4 weeks, and SoundSheet every 4 days. Most recently, Tentacle Setup was updated on September 25, 2026 and SoundSheet on October 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*