Comparison

Cut Notes vs miniDSP control App

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

Head to head
About

Cut Notes

This iPad app helps post-production professionals streamline their workflow by taking notes synced to video timecodes. It integrates with cloud platforms for collaboration and offers quick preset buttons for efficient note-taking.

Highlights
  • Timecode synchronization
  • Quick preset note buttons
  • Cloud integration for collaboration
  • Customizable note keys
  • Manual note entry
  • Export notes to editing software
Features
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Cut Notes is an iPad note-taking app for post production professionals. Take notes on the fly using quick preset buttons, all synced to the timecode of your editing application. Used worldwide by studios and freelancers alike, Cut Notes allows you to focus on the cut instead of looking down to write. Cut Notes is integrated with the Kollaborate cloud workflow platform which allows you to easily share notes with colleagues and clients, as well as having collaborative note-taking sessions. Note: Cut Notes does not play video and is designed as a companion app synchronized to another video source. If you're looking for a video player that will allow you to take notes, please see our other product, CinePlay: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cineplay/id561280759?mt=8 TIMECODE Sync timecode from Kollaborate, Final Cut Pro 6/7, Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro CS 6.0.2 for Mac, Adobe Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer / Symphony for Mac, Adobe Audition and Pro Tools. Additionally, Cut Notes should be able to sync to any app that supports MIDI timecode. NOTE KEYS With a single tap of a notekey, the note is added instantly at the current timecode position. Create notekey sets for different tasks such as editing and mixing. MANUAL ENTRY Create a custom note at any time with the text box above the notekeys. Cut Notes will insert the note at the moment you first began typing so there’s no need to rush. CUSTOMIZE Change any notekey, create notekey sets and color code the keys. CLOUD INTEGRATION Make notes on your Kollaborate videos and sync them instantly to the cloud. Sync timecode directly from your web browser and remotely control playback. View comments by colleagues instantly and take part in collaborative note-taking sessions. EXPORT Cut Notes can export notes to Final Cut Pro 6/7, Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer and Pro Tools (via the third-party application EdiMarker). Importing a Marker List into Final Cut Pro 7 or FCPX requires the free Cut Notes Marker Import utility for macOS available at http://www.digitalrebellion.com/cutnotes. "Cut Notes is a perfect example of how an iPad can supplement production & post production workflows." - Craig Bergonzoni, Editor/Producer "I'm really happy with the software… I'd feel comfortable using Cut Notes in a screening with executives." - Chris Chris Losnegard, Story Producer See the user manual to find out how to sync to various applications. For Support please visit http://www.digitalrebellion.com/support/cutnotes.

About

miniDSP control App

Control your miniDSP processor remotely over Wi-Fi. Adjust volume, mute, select sources, recall presets, and bypass Dirac Live. The app also features device linking to duplicate settings across multiple devices.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi remote control
  • Self-discovery of devices
  • Source selection
  • Master volume control
  • Preset recall
  • Device linking
  • Dirac Live bypass
Features
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miniDSP control App is a remote control App which allows remote control functionality of your miniDSP processor over Wifi. It allows basic remote control functions such as: • Self discovery of minidsp products on the networks • Source selection • Master volume control • Master mute • Recall of preset (1-4) • New Link Device feature: Duplicates setting changes to one or more linked device(s) • Link History: Previously linked devices are saved in history tab for easy recall • Dirac Live Bypass Important Notes: The Master Volume control function for PWR-ICE is available in firmware v3.2 or above. Please select "Remote Mode" radio button near the upper-right corner of the PWR-ICE plugin software (please use software version 1.4 or above) to enable this function. If the device firmware is v3.1 or below, please connect the device to the PWR-ICE2 plugin software and from the menu bar at the top, select "Restore" -> "Upgrade Firmware" to update the device firmware to v3.2 or above. Please consult firmware upgrade manual (included in software download package) for details of updating the firmware.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cut Notes at 71% against miniDSP control App's 0%. Cut Notes also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 21 months). miniDSP control App's advantage is price (Free vs $14.99) and device support (3 vs 1). On ratings volume, 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

miniDSP control App is free to download; Cut Notes costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cut Notes holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Cut Notes's written reviews are positive against 0% of miniDSP control App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cut Notes ships an update every 4 months, miniDSP control App every 21 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Cut Notes versus miniDSP control App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCut NotesminiDSP control App
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better2.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews70.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings38 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 21 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.011.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDigital Rebellion LLCminiDSP Ltd

Customer experience

Cut Notes

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive70.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative25.0%

miniDSP control App

All ratings8 ratings
Positive12.5%
Neutral25.0%
Negative62.5%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral14.3%
Negative85.7%

In-app purchases

None

Cut Notes

No in-app purchases

None

miniDSP control App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cut Notes free?
Cut Notes costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is miniDSP control App free?
miniDSP control App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cut Notes or miniDSP control App?
Cut Notes is rated higher. Cut Notes averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while miniDSP control App averages 2.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Cut Notes or miniDSP control App have ads?
Neither Cut Notes nor miniDSP control App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cut Notes or miniDSP control App?
Cut Notes ships an update every 4 months, and miniDSP control App every 21 months. Most recently, Cut Notes was updated on September 27, 2026 and miniDSP control App on October 2, 2026.

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