MTVP vs Vinyl Folders
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
MTVP
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MTVP is a MIDI-controlled video player with a timecode display for music composing and scoring. I had a very simple need: Use my synth/sequencer to control playback of :30/:60/:90 second social media videos on my iPhone, with a timecode display, for scoring music. Existing apps are heavy, had a ton of features I didn't want or need, and were all overkill for this simple task. I just wanted to control a video via PLAY/STOP/CONTINUE sent from my synth/sequencer, and see a timecode to understand timing. MTVP does this simply and easily, because that's all it does. Features: - Responds to MIDI system transport messages: play, stop, and continue (with SPP) - Supports MIDI CC control of start/stop/continue via custom configuration - Timecode display - Auto BPM detection from MIDI clock - Hybrid clock sync (timecode corrects to MIDI clock every beat) - Use app with a saved video or no video - Loads video files locally. Takes a bit longer to load, but no privacy concerns and works even without an internet connection. - Mute video audio - Mute toggle, On, and Off available as custom CC mapping for hardware control - Bluetooth support - Auto/Light/Dark appearances - MIDI connection selection, memory, and state detection - Connect directly via cable or use a Mac as a wireless MIDI hub - Supports Apple Shortcuts - Works on Apple Silicon Macs, too! - Works with any MIDI-compatible DAW, sequencer, or software Configuration: - Tap on the TIMECODE to configure preferences
Vinyl Folders
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EchoFolder is a simple offline music player for iPhone. Organize music into folders on your PC, copy them with iTunes File Sharing (or zip them first), tap Import Now, and play. Each folder becomes a playlist. No account, no streaming, no ads. ⢠Import folders or ZIP files via iTunes / Apple Devices ⢠Folder = playlist ⢠Play All, mini player, lock screen controls ⢠Album art when your files include it ⢠Works fully offline after import You supply your own music files. EchoFolder does not stream or provide copyrighted content. Made by Recon6 Studios.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Vinyl Folders at every 11 days against MTVP's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MTVP ships an update every 2 months, Vinyl Folders every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | MTVP | Vinyl Folders |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 11 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad ā better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matthew Schultz | Michael Simms |
In-app purchases
MTVP
No in-app purchases
Vinyl Folders
No in-app purchases









