Comparison

Timecode Audio Recorder vs Freefly Ember

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

Head to head
About

Timecode Audio Recorder

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
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Record audio files with embedded timecode. Supports recording wave (.wav) audio files with - 16 or 24 bit - 44.1 or 48.0 kHz Recorded files can be exported to iCloud or other services. To use the timecode recording functionality, you have to synchronize your device to a Tentacle Sync E or Tentacle Track E, available at https://shop.tentaclesync.com or from one of our resellers. Questions? Please visit: www.tentaclesync.com

About

Freefly Ember

Control your Freefly Ember camera wirelessly from your iOS or iPadOS device. Adjust settings, review footage instantly, and export your best shots with ease. The app mirrors your camera's on-screen interface for a seamless workflow.

Highlights
  • Wireless camera connection
  • Live preview
  • Remote camera settings adjustment
  • Instant video playback
  • Export selected video clips
  • Synced user interface
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Introducing remote wireless control for your Freefly Ember on iOS and iPadOS. Quickly adjust your camera settings, enjoy instant playback, and easily export your favorite shots, all directly from the app. The Ember app replicates all camera controls available on the on-camera UI, providing a cohesive and intuitive experience. Any changes made on your camera are reflected in the app instantly, ensuring you're always in full control. Key Features: Wireless Connection: Connect the app to your Freely Ember camera via the camera’s WiFi network to view live preview and control your camera settings. Instant Playback: Replay your shots instantly, allowing you to check and perfect your videos on the go. Export: Specify in/out points on videos and transfer your shots directly from the camera to your device with a few simple taps. Synced UI: Changes made on your camera are instantly mirrored on the app for a seamless experience. Video playback requires a device that supports ProRes decoding: iPhone 13 and newer iPad Mini 6th generation and newer iPad Pro 12.9” 5th generation and newer iPad Pro 11” 3rd generation and newer iPad Air 5th generation and newer Ensure your device's compatibility for the best experience.

Screenshots

Timecode Audio Recorder3 screens
Freefly Ember4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Freefly Ember at 100% against Timecode Audio Recorder's 42%. Freefly Ember also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Timecode Audio Recorder's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Freefly Ember holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Timecode Audio Recorder's written reviews are positive against 100% of Freefly Ember's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timecode Audio Recorder ships an update every 4 months, Freefly Ember monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Timecode Audio Recorder versus Freefly Ember: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimecode Audio RecorderFreefly Ember
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings46 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS9.3 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTentacle Sync GmbHFREEFLY SYSTEMS INC.

Customer experience

Timecode Audio Recorder

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative58.3%

Freefly Ember

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Timecode Audio Recorder

No in-app purchases

None

Freefly Ember

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timecode Audio Recorder free?
Timecode Audio Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Freefly Ember free?
Freefly Ember is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Timecode Audio Recorder or Freefly Ember?
Freefly Ember is rated higher. Timecode Audio Recorder averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Freefly Ember averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Timecode Audio Recorder or Freefly Ember have ads?
Neither Timecode Audio Recorder nor Freefly Ember shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timecode Audio Recorder or Freefly Ember?
Timecode Audio Recorder ships an update every 4 months, and Freefly Ember monthly. Most recently, Timecode Audio Recorder was updated on September 28, 2026 and Freefly Ember on September 27, 2026.

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