Comparison

Timecode Gen vs OdysseyGear

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

Head to head
About

Timecode Gen

This app generates linear timecode (LTC) with support for various frame rates and audio output. It can create audio files with embedded timecode, operate in real-time using the device's current time, and manage cue playlists. It also allows for synchronized start/stop commands between devices via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • LTC SMPTE timecode generation (PAL, SECAM, 24-30 FPS)
  • Audio file creation with embedded timecode (AAC/.m4a)
  • Real-time generation using device's system time
  • CUE timecode playlist creation and management
  • Synchronized start/stop commands via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi
  • Sync TX/RX modes for device command transmission
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Main Features: - Generate linear timecode support LTC SMPTE PAL SECAM 24, 25, 29.97DF, 30 FPS with audio output. - Creating audio files with timecode in compressed aac/.m4a(44,1kHz) format. - RealTime mode - generation timecode of current system time of device. (supported Sync Mode) - CUE timecode playlist. Can create CUEs with start time and end time.  Creating sequecies with CUE's, using two modes "Auto Play Next" and "Stop At End". - Sync devices with TC app, synchronously start/stop commands with connected nearby devices using Bluetooth or WIFI(on same network). Sync TX mode - Transmitter mode, device send commands to another device with RX mode. Sync RX mode - Reciever mode, device get commands: start, stop, set timecode from TX device. Always welcome for criticism and suggestions: royalblue.dev@gmail.com

About

OdysseyGear

Features
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Control different lamps: Implement color switching, fade, sound, and strobe control for Par lights. Implement text scrolling, effects, and video play on facade lights. Realize DMX512 control and custom buttons.

Screenshots

Timecode Gen4 screens
OdysseyGear4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: OdysseyGear at Free against Timecode Gen's $4.99. OdysseyGear also leads on iOS requirement (13.6 vs 15.1). Timecode Gen's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). 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

OdysseyGear is free to download; Timecode Gen costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timecode Gen ships an update every 5 days, OdysseyGear every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Timecode Gen versus OdysseyGear: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimecode GenOdysseyGear
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnna KoynovaCheng Peijung

In-app purchases

None

Timecode Gen

No in-app purchases

None

OdysseyGear

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timecode Gen free?
Timecode Gen costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is OdysseyGear free?
OdysseyGear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Timecode Gen or OdysseyGear have ads?
Neither Timecode Gen nor OdysseyGear shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timecode Gen or OdysseyGear?
Timecode Gen ships an update every 5 days, and OdysseyGear every 3 months. Most recently, Timecode Gen was updated on September 8, 2026 and OdysseyGear on September 9, 2026.

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