Comparison

JoeCoRemote vs LTC

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

Head to head
About

JoeCoRemote

Features
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The JoeCoRemote app allows the user to remotely control a JoeCo BlackBox Recorder or JoeCo BlackBox Player. A demonstration mode is provided that shows the basic "look" of the app. It also allows access to an embedded web page that guides the user through connecting and operating their BlackBox using the app. To access the full app feature set and menus, connection to a BlackBox Recorder/Player is required. JoeCo BlackBox products are professional multi-track audio recorders and players designed for capturing or reproducing audio in live environments including music performance applications, broadcast, installation markets, houses of worship and theatres. JoeCo BlackBox Recorders are available in 24-channel and 64-channel versions, with a variety of professional audio interfaces. JoeCoRemote provides remote control of all transport functions (PLAY, STOP, RECORD) and access to the menu structure for changing settings. When used with a BlackBox Player, JoeCoRemote allows the user to modify playlists and select individual songs for live multi-channel playback. JoeCoRemote requires a JoeCo BlackBox unit and a JoeCo WiFi interface to achieve full connectivity. There is also the ability to create a physical wired connection when used in areas with excessive WiFi noise. More information on the BlackBox range and the JoeCoRemote is available through your local JoeCo sales channel or via the JoeCo website www.joeco.co.uk

About

LTC

Generate SMPTE linear time code for video and film frame labeling. The audio output is for controlling playback on other devices, not for listening. Run in the background with screen locked and output audio via headphone jack, AirPlay, or Bluetooth.

Highlights
  • Generate SMPTE linear time code
  • Audio output for playback control
  • Background operation with screen locked
  • Multiple audio output options
  • Selectable frame rates
  • Customizable start and end times (full version)
Features
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This app can generate SMPTE linear time code for testing. SMPTE timecode is a set of cooperating standards to label individual frames of video or film with a timecode. The audio output generated from this app is not for human listening, it is for controlling a video playback on another device. You can run the app in the background when your device's screen is locked. You can output the audio though the headphone jack, airplay or bluetooth. In the full version, you are able to: - Select different frame rate: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 - Set the starting time. - Set the ending time to automatically stop or alternatively continue playing until you press stop. In the free version: - Select different frame rate: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 - Timecode starts from the current device time. - Automatically stops generating and playing at midnight or press stop manually.

Screenshots

LTC3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JoeCoRemote at none against LTC's 1. JoeCoRemote also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16). LTC's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 13 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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

Both are free to download. LTC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. JoeCoRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JoeCoRemote ships an update every 13 months, LTC every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
JoeCoRemote versus LTC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJoeCoRemoteLTC
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.7 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoeCo LimitedZhuoyao lu

In-app purchases

None

JoeCoRemote

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LTC

One-time1
  • Full version$5.99

Questions

Is JoeCoRemote free?
JoeCoRemote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LTC free?
LTC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do JoeCoRemote or LTC have ads?
Neither JoeCoRemote nor LTC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JoeCoRemote or LTC?
JoeCoRemote ships an update every 13 months, and LTC every 5 months. Most recently, JoeCoRemote was updated on September 25, 2026 and LTC on October 6, 2026.

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