Comparison

GMA RehearsalBuddy vs Live Timecode Notes Enterprise

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

Head to head
About

GMA RehearsalBuddy

This tool enables lighting and video programmers to take timecoded notes during rehearsals and shows. It directly reads timecode from grandMA2 sessions, eliminating the need for extra hardware. Features include photo attachments, templates, and export options.

Highlights
  • grandMA2 session integration
  • Instant timecode saving
  • Customizable note templates
  • Add photos to notes
  • Export and share notes
  • Always-On mode
  • Dark theme option
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This tool for lighting designers, lighting programmers, video programmers, ... allows smart note-taking during rehearsals or shows. The added timecode for each note item makes it easy to have a timing reference after the notes were taken. The main advantage is the direct readout of grandMA2's timecode session data, which makes travel with a lot of extra MIDI/LTC/... tools unnecessary. FEATURES: - grandMA2 session integration: Reads timecode from grandMA2 session (without extra LTC/MIDI equipment) - Instant timecode: Timecode is saved with the first letter in the entry field - Templates: Use 6 individual "quick-note" templates with frequently used notes - Todo/Done: Swipe to mark notes as done - Photo: A photo can be added to each note entry - Details: Add detail text to each note entry - Sharing/Export: Export or share notes (AirDrop, Messenger, Notes App, ...) - Always-On mode: Prevents your device from going to sleep mode while the app is opened - Dark entry mode: A dark theme to relax your eyes in low-light situations - Remote control viewer: Access grandMA, StreamDeck, Widget Designer, ... web interfaces while seeing current timecode. - Settings: A lot of settings and user options to adjust everything to your needs FREE VERSION: The free version includes all features of the full version, but the incoming timecode is limited to 1 hour (01:00:00:00). Please test the app in your network setup before buying the full version! TUTORIAL: - make sure your grandMA2 session is started - connect your iPhone/iPad to your grandMA2 session - use a fast wifi router without multicast filtering - simply enter your notes: enter saves the current note and timecode - timecode is saved as soon as you start typing IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS: A fast WiFi connection without multicast filtering is required! Works only with "TimecodeSlot" pools (MIDI in, LTC in, generator, ...). Currently tested with grandMA2 version 3.2.2 - 3.9.0 (current). This app "wire-tap's" the grandMA2 network session, so there is always a small risk of losing functionality with new software versions. This is NOT an official app from MA Lighting Technology or MA Lighting International.

About

Live Timecode Notes Enterprise

Features
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Take timecode-related notes to the next level. Designed for iOS, this enterprise version of our app Live Timecode Notes was developed in collaboration with film industry professionals to create the most productive and easy-to-use tool. With customizable tags, predefined buttons, and universal colors, this app is designed to speed up the note-taking process during live events or studio recording. Notes can later be exported as PDF or CSV file to create spreadsheets. Or they can be exported as timeline markers for Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid Media Composer and other post-production applications. Key features: - Create custom projects for each event or day of shooting - Create custom tags and organize them into groups - Create quick comment buttons for instant notes with predefined values - Create or join online sessions and comment together with your team (For Creation of Online Sessions a free account in EditingTools.io is required) - Set timecode to match your frame rate (23.976, 24, 25, 29.97 NDF, 29.97 DF, 30, 48, 50, 59.94 NDF, 59.94 DF, 60) - Sync Timecode by using the device camera. Film any display with SMPTE timecode and the project and device will be synced to that time. - Set timecode to another time zone to comment on remote video stream - Connect your device to an external clock or timecode generate (for example Tentacle Sync E) - Export notes as document such as PDF or CSV to generate spreadsheets - Export notes as timeline markers for film editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and Avid Media Composer - Export notes as titles for Apple Final Cut Pro X - Export notes as captions / subtitles for use as overlay in any NLE - Export notes as OTRN (Open Timecode-Related Notes) - Merge notes into ALE files into the corresponding takes - Transfer projects to other devices - Import projects from other devices. - Backup projects to the EditingTools.io cloud with one click. - Review notes with filter functions for text, timecode, and tags. Enterprise Features: - The Enterprise App allows to connect to a local server (Server for Live Timecode Notes). - We build this app with security in mind, which means no data is shared with any third party and everything is stored and processed locally unless you choose to share the files over iOS. Data processing is local, secure and confidential and can also be used for critical projects and events. - The app works offline! and does not require an internet connection! (except online sessions) We have also added two demo projects to make it easier to get started with the tools and try them out. We are very open to feedback and want to hear your ideas on how to improve the app. This app does not contain In-app purchases nor subscriptions, instead it unlocks all features after purchase. If you have any questions or feature requests, please contact our support team. We are happy to assist you!

Screenshots

GMA RehearsalBuddy4 screens
Live Timecode Notes Enterprise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GMA RehearsalBuddy at Free against Live Timecode Notes Enterprise's $249.00. GMA RehearsalBuddy also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Live Timecode Notes Enterprise's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). On ads 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

GMA RehearsalBuddy is free to download; Live Timecode Notes Enterprise costs $249.00 up front. GMA RehearsalBuddy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Live Timecode Notes Enterprise asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GMA RehearsalBuddy ships an update every 2 months, Live Timecode Notes Enterprise every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
GMA RehearsalBuddy versus Live Timecode Notes Enterprise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGMA RehearsalBuddyLive Timecode Notes Enterprise
PriceFree — better$249.00
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatthias SchoeffmannEditingTools.io

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GMA RehearsalBuddy

One-time1
  • Full Version$8.99
None

Live Timecode Notes Enterprise

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GMA RehearsalBuddy free?
GMA RehearsalBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Live Timecode Notes Enterprise free?
Live Timecode Notes Enterprise costs $249.00, with no in-app purchases.
Do GMA RehearsalBuddy or Live Timecode Notes Enterprise have ads?
Neither GMA RehearsalBuddy nor Live Timecode Notes Enterprise shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GMA RehearsalBuddy or Live Timecode Notes Enterprise?
GMA RehearsalBuddy ships an update every 2 months, and Live Timecode Notes Enterprise every 11 days. Most recently, GMA RehearsalBuddy was updated on October 13, 2026 and Live Timecode Notes Enterprise on October 9, 2026.

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