# Timecode Audio Recorder vs Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic

The clearest difference is price: Timecode Audio Recorder at Free against Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's $5.99. Timecode Audio Recorder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 4). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Timecode Audio Recorder is free to download; Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic costs $5.99 up front. Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Timecode Audio Recorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic has 1.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Timecode Audio Recorder's written reviews are positive against 60% of Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's.

Timecode Audio Recorder ships an update every 4 months, Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timecode Audio Recorder | Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $5.99 |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-audio-recorder/id1322011386/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-plus-for-blackmagic/id1376947780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | **60.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tentacle Sync GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1133987689) | [We Are Empire PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/356298444) |

## What reviewers say

### Timecode Audio Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-audio-recorder/id1322011386)

Capture audio with embedded timecode for professional synchronization. Supports high-quality WAV recordings and export to cloud services. Requires external Tentacle Sync hardware for timecode functionality.

**Highlights:** Record WAV audio files, 16 or 24 bit depth, 44.1 or 48.0 kHz sample rate, Embedded timecode, Export to iCloud, Requires Tentacle Sync hardware

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-plus-for-blackmagic/id1376947780)

Control Blackmagic cameras remotely via Bluetooth. Manage multiple cameras simultaneously, adjust settings like white balance, frame rate, and ISO, and even control focus and zoom with external controllers.

**Highlights:** External controller support (Tilta Nucleus), Multi-cam control (up to 12 cameras), Camera grouping and custom settings, Remote focus and zoom control, Start/stop recording, Adjust white balance, ISO, frame rate, Digital slate metadata entry

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-Cam Control | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless camera control
- 👍 Intuitive and responsive interface
- 🔒 Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- 💡 Useful focus pulling feature
- 👍 Efficient workflow for remote operation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional disconnection issues
- 🔒 Limited Bluetooth range
- 🐛 Buggy behavior with certain camera models
- 🔒 Paywall for some key features
- 👎 Lack of live video monitoring

**Reported bugs**

- Recording issues with high frame rates
- Incorrect codec/resolution display for some cameras
- Focus control not working with certain lenses
- App freezes during playback

**Requested features**

- Add ability to take photos remotely
- Implement live video feed from camera
- Allow custom focus preset points
- Improve focus control sensitivity and UI
- Add support for more camera models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timecode Audio Recorder free?

Timecode Audio Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic free?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Timecode Audio Recorder or Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic is rated higher. Timecode Audio Recorder averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic averages 4.7 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Timecode Audio Recorder or Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic have ads?

Neither Timecode Audio Recorder nor Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timecode Audio Recorder or Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic?

Timecode Audio Recorder ships an update every 4 months, and Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic every 6 weeks. Most recently, Timecode Audio Recorder was updated on September 10, 2026 and Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic on September 23, 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.*