# Timecode+ vs MovieSlate® 8

The clearest difference is price: Timecode+ at $19.99 against MovieSlate® 8's $29.99. Timecode+ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (61% vs 45%). MovieSlate® 8's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Timecode+ costs $19.99 and MovieSlate® 8 $29.99 up front. MovieSlate® 8 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Timecode+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

MovieSlate® 8 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MovieSlate® 8 has 546 ratings behind it against 88, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Timecode+'s written reviews are positive against 45% of MovieSlate® 8's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Timecode+ ships an update every 3 months, MovieSlate® 8 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timecode+ | MovieSlate® 8 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$19.99** | $29.99 |
| Rating | [4.0 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-plus/id590534084/reviews) | **[4.6 (546 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movieslate-8/id959690900/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 88 | **546** |
| Positive reviews | **60.7% of reviews** | 44.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 10 MB | 250 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Ricciotti](https://appshunter.io/developer/327181167) | [PureBlend Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/284447375) |

## What reviewers say

### Timecode+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-plus/id590534084)

Record time-stamped markers during video shoots with a single tap. Log important moments like good takes or mistakes, and export detailed notes directly to popular editing software. This app is designed for fast-paced production environments.

**Highlights:** One-tap time-stamped markers, Customizable Quick Labels, On-device voice transcription, Full-screen slate display, Direct export to editing software, No internet required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and learn
- 🚀 Quick logging and note-taking
- ⏱️ Accurate timecode tracking
- ✅ Reliable for field work
- 💡 Customizable quick buttons

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Exported timecode out of order
- 🐛 Timecode slips over time
- 🐛 App timecode falls behind camera
- 🐛 Cannot pause time code
- 🐛 No way to recover deleted notes

**Reported bugs**

- Exported timecode out of order
- Timecode slips over time
- App timecode falls behind camera
- Cannot pause time code
- No way to recover deleted notes

**Requested features**

- Delete older files
- Recover deleted notes
- Jam timecode into the app
- Partnership with VUER for sync
- Desktop version


### MovieSlate® 8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movieslate-8/id959690900)

This app is a professional digital clapperboard, logging tool, and notepad for filmmakers. It helps log footage, take notes, and create reports efficiently, saving time during editing. Customize its appearance and features to suit your production needs.

**Highlights:** Digital clapperboard and shot logger, Take notes and record voice memos, Log production info and GPS location, Export shot history in multiple formats, Customize slate appearance and behavior, Timecode sync with compatible gear (PRO feature)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MovieSlate® 8 Pro Features | $9.99 | per month |
| Script Dept | $26.99 | per month |
| MovieSlate® 8 Pro Features | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Highly customizable interface and settings
- 🎬 Excellent tool for film production slating and logging
- 💾 Easy shot log export for editors
- 🎥 Works well with professional timecode systems
- ⚡ Saves money compared to physical slates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing model with hidden costs
- 📺 Text and display too small on phones
- 🔐 Intrusive contact access permissions popup
- ⚠️ Requires Apple Music subscription to function
- 🔄 Forced repurchase for new app versions

**Reported bugs**

- App hangs or freezes when loading songs
- External clap detection causes app to crash
- Timecode signal not audible for jam syncing
- Display freezes on iPhone Plus in landscape mode
- App becomes unresponsive when iPad overheats

**Requested features**

- 23.98 fps framerate option for 24h world clock
- Wood clapper accessory for iPad
- Split-screen support for iPad Pro
- Tail slate option
- Louder clap sound output


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timecode+ free?

Timecode+ costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MovieSlate® 8 free?

MovieSlate® 8 costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Timecode+ or MovieSlate® 8?

MovieSlate® 8 is rated higher. Timecode+ averages 4.0 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while MovieSlate® 8 averages 4.6 from 546 ratings.

### Do Timecode+ or MovieSlate® 8 have ads?

Neither Timecode+ nor MovieSlate® 8 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timecode+ or MovieSlate® 8?

Timecode+ ships an update every 3 months, and MovieSlate® 8 every 2 months. Most recently, Timecode+ was updated on September 23, 2026 and MovieSlate® 8 on September 24, 2026.

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