ReelWERK vs TC Calculator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ReelWERK
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Welcome to ReelWERK β The award winning accessible toolkit for all visual artists! [Film Slate & LTC Timecode Generator]: - Streamline your production with a digital slate and accurate, multi-device timecode synchronization. [Camera Calculators]: - Master depth of field, field of view, and other essential calculations effortlessly. [Test Charts]: - Test cameras and lenses with ease or export Color Charts for use in the 3d program of your choice. [Customizable Green Screen]: - Transform your phone screen into a versatile green screen with various tracking markers and customizable colors. [Virtual Camera & 3D Tracking]: - Film and 3D track simultaneously for dynamic shots. Get both the video and detailed tracking data effortlessly. [Directors Viewfinder]: - Simulate shots with ease using our virtual directors viewfinder, replicating different cameras. [Camera Database]: - Select your camera model from our camera database or add your own. [Sun-Time Calculator]: - Plan your shoots with precision, knowing exactly when the sun will rise, set, and more. And that's just the beginning! ReelWERK is committed to evolving with your needs, with many more tools in the pipeline. Elevate your craft, simplify your workflow, and make every frame count with ReelWERK. We eagerly await your feedback to shape the future of ReelWERK together! Winner of the 2024 SchΓΌlermedienpreis Created by Aedan Diez Interface by Silvan Wolff
TC Calculator
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TC Calculator is a fast, no-nonsense timecode calculator built for video and film professionals on set and in post. Add and subtract timecodes in a single tap and read the result instantly, with live conversions to frames, seconds, and feet+frames. FRAME RATES Work in any of nine frame rates: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 48, 50, 59.94, and 60 fps. DROP-FRAME DONE RIGHT Correct drop-frame (DF) and non-drop (NDF) math, including the proper ";" and ":" separators. 29.97 and 59.94 drop-frame are handled exactly, with 24-hour wrap-around. INSTANT CONVERSIONS Every result shows total frames, real-time seconds, and feet+frames (35mm, 16 frames/foot) at a glance. MADE FOR THE JOB - Clean, dark interface that's easy to read on set - A and B operands with quick clear buttons - Calculation history that remembers your confirmed results - Works fully offline β no sign-in, no setup PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, no servers, no tracking, no ads. The app collects nothing; everything stays on your device. TC Calculator is a reference tool. Results are calculated from the values you enter β for delivery-critical work, always verify against your production's official timecode references.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TC Calculator at 15.0 against ReelWERK's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | ReelWERK | TC Calculator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SILVAN CASPAR WOLFF | DENZO LAB, INC. |
In-app purchases
ReelWERK
No in-app purchases
TC Calculator
No in-app purchases
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