Cut Notes vs Camera PiP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cut Notes
This app allows post-production professionals to take notes synced to video timecode. It integrates with cloud workflow platforms for collaboration and sharing, and can export notes to editing software. A free version is available for Kollaborate users.
- Timecode sync with editing applications
- Cloud integration with Kollaborate
- Collaborative note-taking
- Customizable notekeys
- Export notes to editing software
- Manual note entry
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Cut Notes: Kollaborate Edition is a free cut-down version of Cut Notes for use with the Kollaborate cloud workflow platform. It requires a subscriber or trial account on Kollaborate or Kollaborate Server. To start, create a project on Kollaborate, then upload a file and it will show up in Cut Notes once you have logged into your account. To create local projects on the device, you will need the full version of the app which is available through an in-app purchase or at the following URL: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cut-notes/id395617220?mt=8 *** Cut Notes is an iPad note-taking app for post production professionals. Take notes on the fly using quick preset buttons, all synced to the timecode of your editing application. Used worldwide by studios and freelancers alike, Cut Notes allows you to focus on the cut instead of looking down to write. Cut Notes is integrated with the Kollaborate cloud workflow platform which allows you to easily share notes with colleagues and clients, as well as having collaborative note-taking sessions. TIMECODE Sync timecode from Kollaborate, Final Cut Pro 6/7, Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro CS 6.0.2 for Mac, Adobe Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer / Symphony for Mac, Adobe Audition and Pro Tools. Additionally, Cut Notes should be able to sync to any app that supports MIDI timecode. NOTE KEYS With a single tap of a notekey, the note is added instantly at the current timecode position. Create notekey sets for different tasks such as editing and mixing. MANUAL ENTRY Create a custom note at any time with the text box above the notekeys. Cut Notes will insert the note at the moment you first began typing so there’s no need to rush. CUSTOMIZE Change any notekey, create notekey sets and color code the keys. CLOUD INTEGRATION Make notes on your Kollaborate videos and sync them instantly to the cloud. Sync timecode directly from your web browser and remotely control playback. View comments by colleagues instantly and take part in collaborative note-taking sessions. EXPORT Cut Notes can export notes to Final Cut Pro 6/7, Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer and Pro Tools (via the third-party application EdiMarker). Importing a Marker List into Final Cut Pro 7 or FCPX requires the free Cut Notes Marker Import utility for macOS available at http://www.digitalrebellion.com/cutnotes. "Cut Notes is a perfect example of how an iPad can supplement production & post production workflows." - Craig Bergonzoni, Editor/Producer "I'm really happy with the software… I'd feel comfortable using Cut Notes in a screening with executives." - Chris Chris Losnegard, Story Producer See the user manual to find out how to sync to various applications. For Support please visit http://www.digitalrebellion.com/support/cutnotes.
Camera PiP
Record your iPad's screen and camera simultaneously, with live video effects. Use it as an external monitor via HDMI capture or leverage features like Center Stage and Portrait Mode for enhanced video capture.
- Picture-in-Picture, Split View, Slide Over camera display
- Record screen and camera simultaneously
- Live video effects
- External video input support via HDMI capture
- Center Stage auto-framing
- Augmented reality reactions
- Portrait Mode depth-of-field effect
- Studio Light effects
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Display and record iPad camera while multitasking! Show a live view of the camera in Picture-in-Picture mode, Split View, or Slide Over. Capture the screen and your camera at the same time, along with live video effects. External Video Input Support Connect a HDMI capture card and turn your iPad into a monitor. Center Stage Using the Ultra Wide camera and machine learning, Center Stage automatically adjusts camera frame to keep you centered. Reactions Add a reaction that fills the camera frame with fun 3D augmented reality effects like hearts, confetti, fireworks, with just a hand gesture. Portrait Mode Apply a depth-of-field effect that keeps your face sharp while creating a beautifully blurred background. Studio Light Apply studio-quality lighting effects with customizable intensity.
Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Cut Notes at Free against Camera PiP's $8.99. Cut Notes also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). Camera PiP's advantage is rating (3.3 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1).
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Cut Notes is free to download; Camera PiP costs $8.99 up front. Cut Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Camera PiP asks for nothing beyond the download.
Camera PiP holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.
| Parameter | Cut Notes | Camera PiP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $8.99 |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 3.3 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPad — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Digital Rebellion LLC | Kenneth Kao |
Customer experience
Cut Notes
Camera PiP
In-app purchases
Cut Notes
- Full Version Upgrade$14.99
Camera PiP
No in-app purchases









