Comparison

TimeCode Generator vs Sidus Audio

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

Head to head
About

TimeCode Generator

This application generates and plays multichannel SMPTE LTC, MIDI, and ArtNet timecode. It features a user-friendly interface with customizable offsets and automatic setting storage, making it ideal for rehearsing timecode shows.

Highlights
  • Output LTC, MTC, and ArtNet timecode
  • Customizable time offset
  • Big clock reference
  • Unlimited channels
  • Automatic setting storage
  • Audio interface selection
Features
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TimeCode Generator is a simple app that allows you to play multichannel SMPTE LTC timecode, Midi timecode and ArtNet timecode, from within this simple app. - Output LTC Timecode, MTC Timecode (MIDI) and ArtNet Timecode - Easy and clear interface - Uses all industry standard Frames per second - Use custom offset, anywhere from milliseconds to hours - Set the computer time as starttime (wall clock) - Uses big clock for reference - Unlimited number of channels - Skip in time - Stores your settings automaticly - Perfect tool for rehearsing timecode shows. - Audio interface selection for use with external audio interfaces - Lock controls

About

Sidus Audio

This app allows professional audio engineers and sound enthusiasts to wirelessly connect and control multiple audio devices. It features an intelligent network for stable communication, centralized monitoring, and parameter presets, all accessible through a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Intelligent audio network
  • Wireless device control
  • Centralized monitoring
  • Parameter presets
  • Cloud synchronization
  • Demo mode
Features
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Sidus Audio™ is an audio control App released by Sidus Link® for professional audio engineers, mixing engineers, foley engineers as well as video workers, anchor and sound lover,etc.Users can connect and control devices wirelessly,to realize higher working efficiency. I. Intelligent audio network The decentralized audio communication network supports direct connection of audio device through mobile terminal Bluetooth without another network (gateway or router); The auto reconnection mechanism can maximize the communication smoothness and avoid repeated adding of audio devices; Support up to 20 devices, exclusive Bit ConnectifyTM technology provides more stable and faster communication transmission. II. Functions 1. Control Mode Simplified core controls to ensure ease of use for users. Accurate workstation classification to improve focus and efficiency. 2. Quick Management Monitoring mode The “Devices” and “Workstation” mode supports centralized and classified monitoring, to realize overall and targeted management; Parameter preset The device parameters can be saved to preset library and uploaded to cloud server, to support one-key saving and call; III. Workflow First,establish a Bluetooth communication network and start intelligent control right now! Second, copy the configured devices to device groups for application in different scenarios. Finally, the dual modes of "Devices" and "Workstation" will help help you monitor efficiently! IV. Cloud Service Free Cloud storage, support synchronization of presets and account data to avoid occupation of local memory. Reliable cloud service manager, avoid data loss when switching among different terminals. V. Demo Mode Full-process functional experience, no equipment required, no threshold to get started.

Screenshots

TimeCode Generator4 screens
Sidus Audio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sidus Audio at Free against TimeCode Generator's $16.99. Sidus Audio also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (71% vs 29%). TimeCode Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, 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

Sidus Audio is free to download; TimeCode Generator costs $16.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sidus Audio holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of TimeCode Generator's written reviews are positive against 71% of Sidus Audio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TimeCode Generator ships an update every 6 months, Sidus Audio every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
TimeCode Generator versus Sidus Audio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimeCode GeneratorSidus Audio
Price$16.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (17 ratings)4.4 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.4% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1717
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHaute Technique BVSidus Link Ltd.

Customer experience

TimeCode Generator

All ratings17 ratings
Positive64.7%
Neutral5.9%
Negative29.4%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive29.4%
Neutral11.8%
Negative58.8%

Sidus Audio

All ratings17 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative21.4%

In-app purchases

None

TimeCode Generator

No in-app purchases

None

Sidus Audio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TimeCode Generator free?
TimeCode Generator costs $16.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sidus Audio free?
Sidus Audio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TimeCode Generator or Sidus Audio?
Sidus Audio is rated higher. TimeCode Generator averages 3.7 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Sidus Audio averages 4.4 from 17 ratings.
Do TimeCode Generator or Sidus Audio have ads?
Neither TimeCode Generator nor Sidus Audio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TimeCode Generator or Sidus Audio?
TimeCode Generator ships an update every 6 months, and Sidus Audio every 6 weeks. Most recently, TimeCode Generator was updated on October 6, 2026 and Sidus Audio on October 11, 2026.

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