MSC Show Control vs MyCode
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
MSC Show Control
This utility app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a remote control for show control software and lighting consoles that support MIDI Show Control. It allows for easy cue triggering and management with large, accessible buttons, ideal for live show environments.
- Remote control for lighting consoles
- Supports MIDI Show Control (MSC)
- Large buttons for live use
- Network MIDI (RTP-MIDI) connectivity
- Configurable MSC device ID
- Live message readout
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MSC Show Control turns your iPhone or iPad into a remote for any lighting console or show software that accepts MIDI Show Control (MSC) β Vista, QLab, MagicQ, grandMA2, Onyx, and more. Free to use. If it earns its place in your show kit, there's an optional tip jar β it unlocks nothing, it just keeps the app maintained. Set up your cuelists and cue shortcuts once, connect to the machine running your show, and fire cues from big, glove-friendly buttons built for live use. FEATURES β’ GO, STOP, RESUME and RELEASE per cuelist, plus a grid of one-tap cue shortcuts β’ Works over Apple network MIDI (RTP-MIDI): automatic discovery of hosts on your network, or connect manually by IP β’ grandMA2 βMSC over Ethernetβ (UDP) transport β’ Per-server MSC device ID, configurable command format β’ Live hex readout of every message sent β see exactly what went on the wire β’ Cue numbers are sent exactly as you type them, decimals included β’ Screen stays awake during your show; no accounts, no ads, no analytics, no paywall WORKS WITH Any MSC-capable receiver. macOS hosts work out of the box via Audio MIDI Setupβs Network session. Windows hosts work with the free rtpMIDI driver. Built by a church tech, for everyone who runs cues from the booth.
MyCode
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MyCode - 2FA keeps your two-factor authentication codes organized, private, and ready when you need them. Add TOTP and HOTP accounts, scan standard otpauth QR codes, copy verification codes quickly, and keep important accounts easy to find with favorites and groups. TwoFactor also supports AutoFill, Siri shortcuts, biometric lock, encrypted backup export, and backup import so you can keep your sign-in workflow fast without giving up control. Key features: - Time-based and counter-based 2FA codes - QR scanner and manual account entry - Favorites, groups, search, and account editing - Password AutoFill credential provider support - Siri and Shortcuts integration - Biometric lock with configurable auto-lock - Encrypted backup export and import - Optional animations setting - Optional Tip Jar support Your codes are generated on device from your saved secrets. Camera access is used only when scanning QR codes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MSC Show Control at none against MyCode's 5. MSC Show Control also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. MyCode sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. MSC Show Control asks for nothing beyond the download.
MSC Show Control ships an update every 4 days, MyCode every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MSC Show Control | MyCode |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days β better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 β better | 26 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brink Inspired Media | Antoine Barrault |
In-app purchases
MSC Show Control
No in-app purchases
MyCode
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$1.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Generous Tip$9.99
- Legend Tip$19.99
Questions
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