JoeCoRemote vs MatchBox Glass
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JoeCoRemote
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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
MatchBox Glass
This tool precisely measures lip-sync and video timing alignment for broadcast professionals. It helps ensure accurate audio-visual synchronization from camera to studio equipment.
- Precise lip-sync measurement
- Video to video timing alignment
- Latency measurement
- AV sync from camera/mic to analyzer
- Supports remote production and news gathering
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MatchBox Glass is an advanced and precise lip-sync measurement tool for the broadcast industry. The Glass app allows precision measurement of lip-sync, video to video timing alignment and latency from the camera lens and mic back to an OB truck or studio equipped with a MatchBox Analyser with Glass licence. MatchBox Glass can in conjunction with a Glass licensed MatchBox Analyser be used to measure: • AV Sync through from camera lens/mic back to analyser • Video to video timing of multiple cameras pointed at the same iPhone/iPad • Absolute video latency in conjunction with a latency licence. MatchBox Glass is ideal for: • Remote Production • OB truck rigging • News gathering
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MatchBox Glass at every 3 months against JoeCoRemote's every 13 months. MatchBox Glass also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
JoeCoRemote ships an update every 13 months, MatchBox Glass every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JoeCoRemote | MatchBox Glass |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 2.1 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 7 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JoeCo Limited | Hitomi Ltd |
In-app purchases
JoeCoRemote
No in-app purchases
MatchBox Glass
No in-app purchases
