Comparison

AK Recorder vs Teradek RT

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

AK Recorder

Features
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AK Recorder APP Wireless Control with AK Recorder APP Can be easily and conveniently operate the recorder through Wi-Fi. No more crouching in front of recording equipment! The AK Recorder supports remote controlling via Wi-Fi. Simply install the free, dedicated application on your smartphone or tablet, and you can record as much as you want from the convenience of your smartphone or tablet, even if the actual recorder somewhere else.You can start/pause recording, adjust gain, view level meters in real-time, and access other professional features with just a touch. The application supports up to 4 AK Recorders, and of course you can start or pause the recordings of each individual recorder.

About

Teradek RT

Configure and control Teradek RT wireless lens control systems from your smartphone. Adjust motor settings, map lenses, and even control camera run/stop for supported cameras. Access device information and troubleshoot issues.

Highlights
  • Configure RT controller, receiver, and motors
  • Control camera run/stop
  • View device info and firmware
  • Set wireless channel and power
  • Create and manage lens maps
  • Adjust motor response and orientation
  • Virtual slider for focus, iris, zoom
Features
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Configure every parameter of your Teradek RT controller, receiver and motors all from the convenience of your smartphone. The Teradek RT app gives you full access to settings and features found in your RT devices so you can make adjustments quickly and effortlessly. Get the app to access everything Teradek RT has to offer. REC - Control run/stop on RED, ARRI, Sony, and other supported cameras directly through the App. Device Info - Check serial numbers, firmware versions and product types for every connected device. Device Settings - Configure every parameter of your MDR, including the wireless channel, power, camera type, and axis (focus/iris/zoom) of each connected motor. Inputs 1/2 Mode: Select the controller type(s) connected to the MDR. Only used for wired controllers. Axis: Select the axis of this controller. Motor 1/2/3 Class: Select the role for each individual motor (FIZ). Response: Adjust the response rate of each motor. Choose between Normal, Slow, Fast, and Auto. Motor Orientation Flipped: For setups where the gear is installed on the opposite side, this feature switches motor control to the corresponding side. Lens Mapping - Create lens maps and share them with the CTRL.3 controller.* Choose the lens manufacturer, name, and axis (focus/iris/zoom) and use the App’s virtual knob to configure your lens maps. Synchronize Lens Maps with the Cloud: store lens maps in the cloud where they can be accessed at any time from anywhere with an internet connection.** Depth of Field Settings: adjust circle of confusion to achieve a sharper depth of field. * Lens map sharing coming soon. ** Cloud storage coming soon. Support - Use the Teradek RT Help Center for troubleshooting, or report errors directly to Teradek. Motor Control - Adjust focus, iris and zoom directly through the virtual slider. Perfect for configuration and testing where accuracy isn’t necessary.

Screenshots

AK Recorder4 screens
Teradek RT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AK Recorder at every 6 days against Teradek RT's every 11 months. AK Recorder also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AK Recorder ships an update every 6 days, Teradek RT every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AK Recorder versus Teradek RT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAK RecorderTeradek RT
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.4
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeewang Inc.Teradek

In-app purchases

None

AK Recorder

No in-app purchases

None

Teradek RT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AK Recorder free?
AK Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Teradek RT free?
Teradek RT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AK Recorder or Teradek RT have ads?
Neither AK Recorder nor Teradek RT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AK Recorder or Teradek RT?
AK Recorder ships an update every 6 days, and Teradek RT every 11 months. Most recently, AK Recorder was updated on October 4, 2026 and Teradek RT on September 23, 2026.

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