Comparison

Freefly Ember vs FootageTimer

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

Head to head
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.

About

FootageTimer

Features
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FootageTimer is a specialized timer built for film production. Whether you're rolling, rehearsing, or prepping, FootageTimer helps you track time the way your camera does—by feet. Designed for camera assistants, script supervisors, and anyone who needs to keep track of footage. FootageTimer converts time to feet based on your chosen format. Key Features: • Timer that displays elapsed time in feet • Supports film formats including 16mm, 35mm, 65mm, and IMAX • Customize frames-per-second (FPS) • Works with Apple Watch – start, stop, and view the timer on your wrist • Accurate real-time conversion between time and film footage • Clean, production-focused design From the maker of ZoeLog.

Screenshots

Freefly Ember4 screens
FootageTimer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Freefly Ember at Free against FootageTimer's $0.99. FootageTimer's advantage is chart position (#159 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Freefly Ember is free to download; FootageTimer costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Freefly Ember versus FootageTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFreefly EmberFootageTimer
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank—#159 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFREEFLY SYSTEMS INC.Zoe Van Brunt

In-app purchases

None

Freefly Ember

No in-app purchases

None

FootageTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Freefly Ember free?
Freefly Ember is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FootageTimer free?
FootageTimer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Freefly Ember or FootageTimer have ads?
Neither Freefly Ember nor FootageTimer shows ads.

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