Comparison

Timecode Logs vs EDL Tool & Converter

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

Head to head
About

Timecode Logs

Record notes synchronized with timecode from external video sources. The app automatically timestamps your entries as you type, eliminating the need to pause playback.

Highlights
  • Timecode synchronization
  • Automatic timestamping
  • External deck/camera integration
  • iOS device compatibility
  • Video footage notes
Features
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Take notes on your iOS device that correspond to timecode on an external deck, camera or video footage with burned in timecode. As you take notes the app will automatically add timecode as you type so you don't need to stop or pause a deck as you go.

About

EDL Tool & Converter

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The EditingTools.io EDL Tool & Converter is a handy tool to modify, fix and convert .edl files. It is also a perfect tool to create lists and sheets as well. Test our free trial version and, if you like it, unlock all features with an in-app purchase to support our developers. Supported Source/Import Formats: - EDL (CMX3600, File16, File32, File64, File128, File256) - CSV, TSV - Markers from DaVinci Resolve (Timeline Markers as .edl) - Final Cut 7 XML (from Premiere Pro) - Sequence Markers in Final Cut 7 XML (from Premiere Pro) - Avid Media Composer (TXT Marker, all MC Versions) - OTRN (Open Timecode-Related Notes) - Locators within an EDL file Supported Export Formats: - EDL (CMX3600, File16, File32, File64, File128) - CSV, TSV - Excel (xlsx) - Markers for DaVinci Resolve (Timeline Markers as .edl) - Final Cut 7 XML (Sequence Markers for Premiere Pro) - Avid Media Composer (Text Marker, all MC Versions) - OTRN (Open Timecode-Related Notes) - PDF - HTML Along with conversions, the app features some modification functions like: - Remove invisible cuts - Merge overlapping clips - Merge all identical clips (rewrite timecodes) - Rename and unify music stem file names - Use locator name as clip name - Use file name as tape name - Default marker color - Filter markers by color This app is a smaller version of our EDL Converter on EditingTools.io/edl and works completely offline. 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. Data processing is local, secure and confidential and can also be used for top secret projects. If you have any questions or feature requests, please contact our support team. We are happy to assist you!

Screenshots

Timecode Logs4 screens
EDL Tool & Converter2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EDL Tool & Converter at Free against Timecode Logs's $4.99. EDL Tool & Converter also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). Timecode Logs's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

EDL Tool & Converter is free to download; Timecode Logs costs $4.99 up front. EDL Tool & Converter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Timecode Logs asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timecode Logs ships an update every 2 months, EDL Tool & Converter every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 5 level
Timecode Logs versus EDL Tool & Converter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimecode LogsEDL Tool & Converter
Price$4.99Free โ€” better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 8 days โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
MonetizationPaidโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size5 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGreg BurksEditingTools.io

In-app purchases

None

Timecode Logs

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

EDL Tool & Converter

One-time1
  • Full Version$29.99

Questions

Is Timecode Logs free?
Timecode Logs costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EDL Tool & Converter free?
EDL Tool & Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Timecode Logs or EDL Tool & Converter have ads?
Neither Timecode Logs nor EDL Tool & Converter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timecode Logs or EDL Tool & Converter?
Timecode Logs ships an update every 2 months, and EDL Tool & Converter every 8 days. Most recently, Timecode Logs was updated on October 1, 2026 and EDL Tool & Converter on October 6, 2026.

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