Comparison

Catchin' Sync vs GenR8

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

Head to head
About

Catchin' Sync

This app helps determine the audio and video sync delay on any playback device. It's useful for professionals and enthusiasts in various A/V scenarios, including home theaters and professional editing suites. The free version offers a sample video, while full access enables video recording for testing.

Highlights
  • Measure audio-video sync delay
  • Works with any sync event
  • Useful for professionals
  • Suitable for home theater
  • Includes sample test video
  • Optional video recording
Features
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*** Check out our website for device accuracy information: https://quietart.co.nz/catchinsync *** Catchin' Sync is a utility for video & audio professionals and enthusiasts alike. In most video playback or monitoring situations different codecs and display types as well as hardware cause a delay between the video signal and the audio signal. Be it a professional video edit or sound mix environment, or a home theatre setup, Catchin' Sync makes it a breeze to determine the amount of sync delay between your video and audio devices. It's so easy to use and doesn't require any propriety test files or special formats. Just any sync event on screen can be used. Though, we do provide great test files in many formats for you to use on our site: https://quietart.co.nz/catchinsync If you are a: - Video Editor - Colourist - Online Editor - Re-recording Mixer - Foley Editor - Dialog Editor - SFX Editor - ADR Mixer / recorder - Projectionist - QC Operator - A/V Specialist - Home Theatre Enthusiast - Or a facility owner / manager that deals with anything to do with Audio / Video. You'll benefit from the peace of mind that Catchin' Sync provides! Catchin' Sync can also be used to measure the distance of a sound making event (bouncing ball, lightning etc). This free version includes a sample video for demonstration purposes. You'll need to purchase the Full Access to enable video recording to use in your tests.

About

GenR8

Generate professional test patterns for display calibration and validation. Supports external displays via HDMI, DisplayPort, or AirPlay, with HDR pattern support and precision controls for accurate results. Export patterns in various formats.

Highlights
  • 28+ Professional Test Patterns
  • External Display Support (HDMI, DisplayPort, AirPlay)
  • HDR Pattern Support
  • Audio Test Tones & Live Metering
  • Precision Controls & Customizable Overlays
  • Export Test Patterns
Features
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KEY FEATURES: * 28+ Professional Test Patterns - SMPTE color bars, calibration grids, convergence patterns, HDR test signals, luma stepping, IRE patterns, and more * External Display Support - Connect via USB-C to HDMI/DisplayPort or AirPlay. Full 1:1 pixel mapping for accurate calibration * AV Sync Test * Audio Test Tones - Sine, square, sawtooth, and white noise waveforms from 20Hz to 20kHz with live stereo metering * HDR Pattern Support - PQ curve test patterns, HDR color bars, and BT.2111 UHD patterns for HDR display validation * Precision Controls - Customizable aspect ratio overlays, diagnostic crosshairs, border guides, and adjustable scanning color bars * Live Audio Metering - Real-time L/R level meters with peak detection for audio signal monitoring * iPad Optimized - Split-view interface with pattern library sidebar and full-screen preview * Customizable Overlays - Display resolution info, clock, date, custom text, and diagnostic guides * Export Test Patterns in PNG, PDF, JPG, TIFF PERFECT FOR: - Video engineers calibrating displays - AV technicians testing signal chains - Filmmakers validating monitor accuracy - Content creators ensuring color fidelity - Anyone needing professional test patterns on the go DISPLAYS SUPPORTED: *External monitors, projectors, TVs, and broadcast displays via HDMI, DisplayPort, or AirPlay. Made with precision for professionals who demand accuracy.

Screenshots

Catchin' Sync1 screens
GenR84 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Catchin' Sync at Free against GenR8's $19.99. Catchin' Sync also leads on iOS requirement (14.3 vs 17.0). GenR8's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (100% vs 58%). On ratings volume, ads 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

Catchin' Sync is free to download; GenR8 costs $19.99 up front. Catchin' Sync sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GenR8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GenR8 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Catchin' Sync's written reviews are positive against 100% of GenR8's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Catchin' Sync ships an update every 11 months, GenR8 every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Catchin' Sync versus GenR8: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCatchin' SyncGenR8
PriceFree — better$19.99
Rating4.3 (12 ratings)4.9 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.3 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQuiet Art Ltd.Christopher Van Hoose

Customer experience

Catchin' Sync

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive57.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.4%

GenR8

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Catchin' Sync

One-time1
  • Full access$17.99
None

GenR8

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Catchin' Sync free?
Catchin' Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GenR8 free?
GenR8 costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Catchin' Sync or GenR8?
GenR8 is rated higher. Catchin' Sync averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while GenR8 averages 4.9 from 9 ratings.
Do Catchin' Sync or GenR8 have ads?
Neither Catchin' Sync nor GenR8 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Catchin' Sync or GenR8?
Catchin' Sync ships an update every 11 months, and GenR8 every 10 days. Most recently, Catchin' Sync was updated on November 1, 2026 and GenR8 on November 5, 2026.

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