Comparison

Timecode DSLR vs Holly Timecode

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

Head to head
About

Timecode DSLR

Features
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Timecode DSLR is a comprehensive iOS application designed for professional film and video productions. The app enables remote control of professional cameras via WiFi and Bluetooth, offering recording management, timecode tracking, and a powerful marker system. KEY FEATURES: β€’ Professional Camera Control: Remotely control Sony and Canon cameras β€’ SMPTE Timecode Tracking: Precise time synchronization β€’ Marker System: Mark important moments during recording β€’ Apple Watch Integration: Hands-free remote control β€’ PDF Export: Generate detailed shooting reports β€’ Project Management: Organized workflow system β€’ Live View: Monitor the camera feed in real time β€’ Recording Control: Start and stop recording remotely FOR PROFESSIONALS: Ideal for filmmakers, documentary creators, advertising agencies, and video production companies. With timecode synchronization, it ensures perfect alignment in multi-camera shoots. Apple Watch integration allows camera operators to control cameras hands-free, providing significant convenience, especially for solo productions. Supported Cameras: Canon EOS series and more.

About

Holly Timecode

Features
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Holly Timecode turns your device into a professional SMPTE Linear Timecode (LTC) generator. Feed frame-accurate timecode to cameras, field recorders, and any gear with a timecode or audio input. FRAME RATES - 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97 (drop-frame and non-drop-frame), and 30 fps - Correct drop-frame counting that stays locked to wall-clock time START MODES - Jam to time-of-day, or start from any custom timecode GeoLTC - LOCATION IN THE USER BITS - Optionally embed live GPS, heading, pitch, and roll into the LTC user bits - Or carry the date, a custom value, or nothing at all BUILT FOR THE SET - Large, glanceable timecode display - Live audio level meter and output-level presets (including broadcast -18 dBFS) - Wired-output detection so you know the signal is really going out FREE TO USE - Every feature is free - no paywall, no feature gates. - An optional supporter subscription (where available) helps fund development. It unlocks nothing. PRIVACY - No account, no tracking, no ads. Everything runs on your device. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Timecode DSLR4 screens
Holly Timecode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Holly Timecode at none against Timecode DSLR's 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Timecode DSLR sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Holly Timecode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timecode DSLR ships an update every 6 months, Holly Timecode every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Timecode DSLR versus Holly Timecode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimecode DSLRHolly Timecode
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 months β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS16.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size34 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developermustafa atesPatrick Tudor

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Timecode DSLR

One-time2
  • Timecode Dslr Life Time$2.99
  • Timecode Dslr Life TΔ°me$2.99
None

Holly Timecode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timecode DSLR free?
Timecode DSLR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Holly Timecode free?
Holly Timecode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Timecode DSLR or Holly Timecode have ads?
Neither Timecode DSLR nor Holly Timecode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timecode DSLR or Holly Timecode?
Timecode DSLR ships an update every 6 months, and Holly Timecode every 3 months. Most recently, Timecode DSLR was updated on October 30, 2026 and Holly Timecode on October 31, 2026.

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