Comparison

Timegrapher X vs Cayin Control

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

Head to head
About

Timegrapher X

This app analyzes the ticking sound of mechanical watches to measure accuracy, beat error, and amplitude. It offers real-time waveform and detailed diagram displays, as well as long-term data logging for in-depth analysis. Pro features include PDF reports, CSV export, and extended testing durations.

Highlights
  • Mechanical watch sound analysis
  • Measures accuracy, beat error, amplitude
  • Real-time waveform display
  • Detailed diagram display
  • Long-term data logger
  • Save and share PDF reports (Pro)
  • Export data as CSV (Pro)
Features
Currently charting
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Timegrapher X analyzes the ticking sound of a mechanical watch to measure its accuracy rate, beat error, and amplitude. The app is specifically optimized to work with the Apple EarPods' headset microphone. Ideally, the headset microphone and the watch crown should be slightly pressed together, as this greatly improves the level of detail and diagram quality. The better the contact, the stronger the signal. https://timegrapher.app/ Timegrapher X consists of two separate modules (tabs): The "INSTANT" module shows how the watch is behaving in the short term, or "right now". It is very similar to a traditional timegrapher device, with the added benefits of a real-time waveform display and a high-detail diagram display. The "LONG TEST" module is a graphical data logger, which helps you observe the long-term behavior of a watch. Various chart indicators are available, such as average rate, moving rate history, rate drift over time, and more. Long-term measurements for up to 12 hours can be conducted for in-depth analysis of the watch being tested. Timegrapher X Pro (in-app upgrade) provides these additional features: • Save and share branded, printable PDF reports for each measurement • Export raw measurement data as a .csv file for spreadsheet analysis • Conduct long-term measurements for up to 120 hours For demo videos and documentation, please visit: https://timegrapher.app/

About

Cayin Control

This app allows users to remotely manage and control Cayin Hi-Fi audio hardware over a local network. It offers features like device pairing, custom EQ settings, multi-screen playback, and playlist creation for an optimized audio experience.

Highlights
  • LAN device pairing
  • Custom parametric EQ
  • Multi-screen interactive playback
  • Precise playback control
  • Custom playlist creation
  • Centralized device management
Features
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Cayin Controller is an exclusive smart control App designed for all Cayin Hi-Fi & audio hardware. Connect your Cayin amplifiers and music players via local area network easily for centralized device management. • LAN Device Pairing: Auto-scan all Cayin audio gadgets under the same Wi-Fi network, switch controlled equipment with one tap; • Custom Parametric EQ: Professional equalizer enables personalized frequency adjustment, tailor sound curves for different music genres and listening spaces; • Multi-screen Interactive Playback: Link multiple mobile terminals on same network to edit playlists, share favorite tracks and enjoy interactive music together; • Precise Playback Control: Adjust volume, switch audio sources, manage play/pause, skip tracks and set playback loop modes effortlessly; • Custom Playlist Creation: Build private playlists, collect your beloved songs and access your music library instantly. Optimize your Hi-Fi listening experience with professional-level tuning tools, ideal for audiophiles and daily home audio management.

Screenshots

Timegrapher X4 screens
Cayin Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timegrapher X at 70% against Cayin Control's 0%. Timegrapher X also leads on rating (4.2 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (23 vs 1). Cayin Control's advantage is price (Free vs $29.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

Cayin Control is free to download; Timegrapher X costs $29.99 up front. Timegrapher X sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cayin Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Timegrapher X holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timegrapher X has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Timegrapher X's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cayin Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timegrapher X ships an update every 2 months, Cayin Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard10 real differences · 1 level
Timegrapher X versus Cayin Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimegrapher XCayin Control
Price$29.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (23 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings23 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#181 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB179 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperONYX AppsZhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Timegrapher X

All ratings23 ratings
Positive78.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative17.4%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative23.3%

Cayin Control

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Timegrapher X

One-time1
  • Timegrapher X Pro$29.99
None

Cayin Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timegrapher X free?
Timegrapher X costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Cayin Control free?
Cayin Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Timegrapher X or Cayin Control?
Timegrapher X is rated higher. Timegrapher X averages 4.2 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Cayin Control averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Timegrapher X or Cayin Control have ads?
Neither Timegrapher X nor Cayin Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timegrapher X or Cayin Control?
Timegrapher X ships an update every 2 months, and Cayin Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Timegrapher X was updated on October 24, 2026 and Cayin Control on October 9, 2026.

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