Comparison

Runtime. vs Timecode QuickNotes

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

Head to head
About

Runtime.

This app simplifies post-production workflows for film and TV editors by offering a streamlined timecode calculator. It helps track act times, calculate percentages of total runtime, and determine project over/underages. Easily share project timings with colleagues via email.

Highlights
  • Calculate Total Runtime or Total Content Time
  • Automatically figures over/under time
  • Visual bar graph for timings
  • Email timings to co-workers
  • Support for multiple projects
  • Supports various fps rates
  • Live segment timing timer
Features
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Easily see how far from picture lock you are — and email that information to colleagues with one tap. "Runtime is just flat out better than the old way." - InPoint From sleazy reality shows to prestige Hollywood feature films, Runtime simplifies the workflow of editors everywhere. Throwing out the decades old "timecode calculator" model, Runtime does only the tasks post-production professionals need most – with none of the other cruft. Keep track of act times. Calculate what percentage each act is of the total. Figure total run time, total content time, and how far over or under time the project is. Runtime is an easy and fun way to keep track of your film, tv or radio project. • calculate Total Runtime or Total Content Time • automatically figures how over or under time a project is • visually see your timings with the bar graph • email timings to co-workers with one tap • support for multiple projects • 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 59.94 and 60 fps all supported • the least annoying timecode entry you'll find in the App Store! • timer for timing segments live on set • a no-nonsense tool for professionals Editors, producers, preditors, and post supervisors all over the world have embraced Runtime's simple solution to a complex problem. PLEASE NOTE: Runtime was created for editors who add times together to get a total. Need timecode multiplication? Timecode division? Runtime isn't for you.

About

Timecode QuickNotes

Features
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Timecode QuickNotes is your on‑the‑fly companion for capturing precise, time‑stamped session notes. Designed for audio engineers, video editors and podcasters, it lets you focus on creativity—while it handles the logging: • Real‑time stamping the moment you start typing • Pause, reset or set a custom start time • One‑tap QuickNotes buttons for repetitive markers • Full edit/delete support and easy navigation between notes • Export your session to CSV (Nuendo‑friendly format) or as plain text via email • Modern SwiftUI interface with portrait & landscape support • Lightweight, offline‑capable—no internet required • Universal iPhone/iPad support Use Timecode QuickNotes to streamline your recording workflow, keep every take marked and share your logs in seconds.

Screenshots

Runtime.3 screens
Timecode QuickNotes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Timecode QuickNotes at Free against Runtime.'s $5.99. Runtime.'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.2). On 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

Timecode QuickNotes is free to download; Runtime. costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Runtime. versus Timecode QuickNotes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuntime.Timecode QuickNotes
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (193 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews94.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings193 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSources and MethodsAudun Kvitland Røstad

Bugs and requests

Runtime.

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App does not agree with manual on reordering projects
  • Some stability issues
  • App hasn't worked once for a user
  • Update crashed for a user

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add a simple timecode calculator
  • Add folders for organization
  • Allow reordering of projects
  • Include TV breaks separately
  • Allow sharing of projects between editors
Show 3 more
  • Calculate with non-standard breaks
  • Put Goal time back in screen info
  • Add customizable part combination totals

Timecode QuickNotes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Runtime.

No in-app purchases

None

Timecode QuickNotes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Runtime. free?
Runtime. costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Timecode QuickNotes free?
Timecode QuickNotes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Runtime. or Timecode QuickNotes have ads?
Neither Runtime. nor Timecode QuickNotes shows ads.

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