Comparison

Smart Assist vs MTC Generator

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

Head to head
About

Smart Assist

This app simplifies the setup and operation of wireless microphone systems. It offers automated configuration, monitoring, and access to all system settings via a smartphone or tablet. Get your wireless system up and running in seconds with intelligent setup and helpful resources.

Highlights
  • Automated setup and operation
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • System monitoring
  • Access to all system settings
  • Frequency allocation and naming
  • Firmware updates
  • Support hub with tutorials and manuals
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Evolution Wireless Digital Smart Assist makes the setup and use of Sennheiser Evolution Wireless Digital simple and fast. Use your smartphone or tablet to connect via Bluetooth for an efficient setup and overview of your new wireless system. Smart Assist provides automated setup, operation and monitoring Smart Assist becomes the "engineer in your pocket." After installation of the app, you'll only need another 60 seconds to have your system set up and running, including pairing and automated frequency allocation. Intelligent setup automatically creates reliable wireless connections, no wireless expertise required Aside from instant access to all system settings, you'll find a brand-new support hub with video tutorials and detailed manuals to help get you started. Stay current with firmware updates accessible directly within the app. Mobile access to all system settings centralizes control, eliminating the need for complicated menu navigation on every device Automated setup of receivers and transmitters, frequency allocation, channel naming, muting and battery status are now only one tap away. Easy frequency allocation and naming of all wireless channels keeps systems organized Always stay on top of all your wireless systems, even when using 15 channels at the same time. Our coloring and naming feature helps you to exactly identify each channel. The optionally available color coding set helps to tag the hardware as well.

About

MTC Generator

This application generates and sends MIDI Timecode (MTC) over a network to synchronize audio and lighting systems. It allows for precise control of playback, including starting, stopping, and resetting timecode, facilitating seamless rehearsals and live performances.

Highlights
  • Generates MIDI Timecode (MTC)
  • Sends MTC via Network MIDI
  • Controls playback (Start, Stop, Reset)
  • Synchronizes audio and lighting systems
  • Facilitates precise time jumps
  • Compatible with QLab
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MTC – MIDI Timecode Generator sends MIDI Timecode (MTC) via Apple’s Network MIDI protocol. Your device must be on the same network as your Mac and simply connected in Audio MIDI Setup → MIDI Network Configuration. In QLab, for example, you can adjust the Timecode settings in your Main Cue List and trigger cue groups via incoming timecode. Important: The "Stop" button also sends a MIDI note. It should trigger “Pause All” in your controls, providing an additional safeguard for the pause mode of the timecode. With Start, Stop, and Reset, you can control playback or perform precise time jumps, which is essential during rehearsals. During a rehearsal, you can jump to any position in music or lighting scenes while all connected systems remain perfectly synchronized via timecode.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MTC Generator at 100% against Smart Assist's 39%. MTC Generator also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.9). Smart Assist's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). On 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

Smart Assist is free to download; MTC Generator costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MTC Generator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Assist has 38 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Smart Assist's written reviews are positive against 100% of MTC Generator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Assist ships an update every 3 weeks, MTC Generator every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Smart Assist versus MTC Generator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart AssistMTC Generator
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating2.9 (38 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings38 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSennheiser electronic SE & Co. KGDanyel Kern

Customer experience

Smart Assist

All ratings38 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive38.6%
Neutral6.8%
Negative54.5%

MTC Generator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Smart Assist

No in-app purchases

None

MTC Generator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smart Assist free?
Smart Assist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MTC Generator free?
MTC Generator costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Smart Assist or MTC Generator?
MTC Generator is rated higher. Smart Assist averages 2.9 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while MTC Generator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Smart Assist or MTC Generator have ads?
Neither Smart Assist nor MTC Generator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Assist or MTC Generator?
Smart Assist ships an update every 3 weeks, and MTC Generator every 9 months. Most recently, Smart Assist was updated on October 15, 2026 and MTC Generator on October 4, 2026.

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