Comparison

CinePlay vs Limecraft

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

Head to head
About

CinePlay

This professional media player offers timecode overlays, markers, and safe areas for video review and collaboration. It integrates with the Kollaborate cloud workflow platform for seamless project access and synced viewing sessions.

Highlights
  • Timecode overlays
  • Marker export
  • Safe area guides
  • Masking options
  • Kollaborate cloud integration
  • Synced collaborative viewing
Features
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This is a cut-down version of CinePlay for use with the Kollaborate cloud workflow platform from Digital Rebellion. It requires a free or subscription Kollaborate account. To play back files locally stored on the device, use the in-app purchase to update to the full version or buy it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cineplay/id561280759?ls=1&mt=8 ---------- CinePlay is a professional media player with timecode overlays, markers, masking and safe areas. It is ideal for dailies, portfolios, client feedback, mobile note taking and much more. TIMECODE All timings are specified in timecode notation and CinePlay can read timecode stored in a movie file. You can even add a draggable timecode overlay to the movie. MARKERS Add markers during playback and export them to a range of common marker formats. SAFE AREAS View 4:3 and 16:9 title and action safe areas over your movie. MASKING Mask to a range of common aspect ratios. WIDE RANGE OF SOURCES With the full version in-app purchase CinePlay can import from Camera Roll, Videos app, iTunes file sharing, Kollaborate and direct web URL links. KOLLABORATE Access your Kollaborate cloud projects on the move, watch videos and sync notes with your colleagues. SYNCED SESSIONS Take part in collaborative viewing sessions with a colleague controlling the playhead via Kollaborate. MAINTAIN COLOR ACCURACY Upload a Color Decision List (CDL) to Kollaborate, link it as a CDL to a movie in the Relationship Editor and CinePlay will automatically color correct the movie according to the CDL. Help and support available at http://www.digitalrebellion.com/cineplayios

About

Limecraft

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When using Limecraft, you've got your production in your hands. Designed for media professionals, Limecraft's companion app makes managing dailies simple, efficient, and fully collaborative—no matter where you are. Review dailies on the go with intuitive playback controls. Scrub through footage, play at variable speeds, and dive into specific moments with precise frame-by-frame navigation. Stay organised and keep your team aligned. Add annotations, mark key moments, and flag issues directly on the footage. Every comment is time-stamped and linked to the exact frame, ensuring nothing gets lost in translation. Collaborate with your team as if you're in the same room. Share comments, provide feedback, and track revisions—all in real time. Notifications keep you updated on new input, so you’re always in the loop. We understand your content is valuable, and we take it security seriously. Limecraft uses multi-factor authentication and industry-standard encryption to ensure your media assets are protected at all times. Whether on set, in the editing suite, or commuting, Limecraft keeps your production moving. Stay on top, using a seamless mobile experience that adapts to the pace of your production. Why Limecraft? Its built by media professionals for media professionals. Limecraft simplifies complex workflows, making sure you can focus on what matters most—telling great stories. Download the Limecraft app today and stay on top!

Screenshots

CinePlay3 screens
Limecraft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Limecraft at none against CinePlay's 1. CinePlay's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, update cadence 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. CinePlay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Limecraft asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
CinePlay versus Limecraft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCinePlayLimecraft
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB53 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperDigital Rebellion LLCLimecraft

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CinePlay

One-time1
  • Full Version Upgrade$9.99
None

Limecraft

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CinePlay free?
CinePlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Limecraft free?
Limecraft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CinePlay or Limecraft have ads?
Neither CinePlay nor Limecraft shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CinePlay or Limecraft?
CinePlay ships an update every 3 months, and Limecraft every 3 months. Most recently, CinePlay was updated on November 6, 2026 and Limecraft on October 29, 2026.

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