Comparison

TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT vs Beam VNC

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

Head to head
About

TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT

This utility app allows simultaneous remote control of up to five compatible recording devices. Users can monitor device status, view real-time waveforms, and assign custom names and colors for easy identification. It also facilitates the recording of metadata directly into audio files.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous remote control of up to five units
  • Real-time waveform monitoring
  • Device status checking
  • Customizable device names and colors
  • Metadata recording (BEXT, iXML)
Features
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The TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT is an app that provides remote control up to five units simultaneously. This app enables to check device status and view the recorded waveforms real time for operation confirmation. Names and colors can be applied to individual devices for easy identification. Also, Metadata (project name, scene name, take number) can be recorded in the recording file (BEXT, iXML). ※The AK-BT1/2 Bluetooth adapter (separately sold) is needed to be able to control the unit via the TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT app. For more information on how to connect AK-BT1/2 or how to use TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT, please refer to the instruction manual. ※This app does not support monitoring of the main unit’s input sound. To monitor this, please use the headphones output. Please carefully read the license agreement below before using this application. http://tascam.jp/content/downloads/products/862/license_e_app_license.pdf

About

Beam VNC

Connect directly to your computers and servers using VNC protocol. Offers secure, direct connections without accounts or subscriptions, featuring touch-optimized controls and a full on-screen keyboard.

Highlights
  • Direct IP/hostname connections
  • No account or subscription required
  • Secure password storage
  • Touch-optimized controls (Direct/Trackpad modes)
  • Full on-screen keyboard with modifiers
  • Paste from iOS clipboard
Features
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Beam VNC is a fast, no-nonsense VNC client for iPhone. Connect directly to your Mac, Raspberry Pi, Linux box, or any VNC server by IP address — no account, no cloud relay, no subscription. Buy it once. It's yours. WHY BEAM VNC • Direct connections — just enter an IP or hostname (great with Tailscale) • No account, no sign-up, no tracking, no ads • Pay once — no subscription, ever • Passwords stored securely in the iOS Keychain BUILT FOR TOUCH • Direct mode — tap where you want to click • Trackpad mode — move a precise on-screen cursor, like a laptop trackpad • On-screen Left, Right and Double-click buttons • Drag lock for moving windows and selecting text • Adjustable cursor speed • Pinch to zoom, two-finger scroll, haptic feedback FULL KEYBOARD • On-screen keyboard with sticky Command, Control, Option and Shift modifiers • esc, tab, return and arrow keys • Paste from your iPhone clipboard into the remote machine WORKS GREAT WITH MACS Enable Screen Sharing on your Mac (System Settings → General → Sharing) and connect with your Mac username and password. Use a Tailscale address to reach it securely from anywhere. Standard VNC authentication and macOS Screen Sharing (ARD) are supported.

Screenshots

TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT4 screens
Beam VNC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Beam VNC at 100% against TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT's 0%. TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT's advantage is price (Free vs $8.99) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases 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

TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT is free to download; Beam VNC costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT versus Beam VNC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTASCAM RECORDER CONNECTBeam VNC
PriceFree — better$8.99
Rating2.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTEAC CORP.Bernard Struelens

Customer experience

TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT

All ratings7 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Beam VNC

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT

No in-app purchases

None

Beam VNC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT free?
TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Beam VNC free?
Beam VNC costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT or Beam VNC have ads?
Neither TASCAM RECORDER CONNECT nor Beam VNC shows ads.

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