Comparison

TC Tools vs Raccord Lighting

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

Head to head
About

TC Tools

This app simplifies timecode calculations for durations and cue points. It allows you to add or subtract timecodes and frame numbers, supporting various standard framerates. You can also generate and export cue sheets for creative projects.

Highlights
  • Timecode calculator
  • Add/subtract timecodes and frame numbers
  • Supports multiple framerates
  • Cue sheet manager
  • Export cue sheets
  • Unlimited projects with in-app purchase
Features
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TC Tools is a timecode toolbox. Features : Timecode calculator - Simplify computations on durations and cue points in the hh:mm:ss:ff format. - Add or substract timecodes or frame numbers to other timecodes or frame numbers. - It takes into account multiple standard framerates. Cue sheet manager - Easily generate your cue sheets for music composition projects, video editing and more. - Export your cue sheet and send it to Drive, Dropbox, Numbers, Excell, Mail ... - Free version allows you to create 3 projects and 5 cues per project, our low-priced inApp purchase will provide you unlimited usage ! Feel free to send us your ideas about improvements or new features.

About

Raccord Lighting

Features
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Arrive on set with the light planned and a map the whole crew can understand. Raccord Lighting helps you create complete lighting plots, place lights and modifiers, check electrical distribution, and prepare the production’s technical material. Start by drawing the floor plan from scratch or, on supported iPhones and iPads, scan the room in 3D to automatically create the base of the plot. Then adjust walls and measurements, organize equipment, and build the lighting setup. CREATE THE LIGHTING PLOT Build a clear representation of the space before the shoot. Work to scale, place lights, modifiers, and set elements, and make dimensions, directions, and notes easy to understand. • Draw walls, doors, and room elements. • Scan the space in 3D on supported devices. • Place lights and modifiers. • Organize the plot with dimensions, layers, and labels. • See light direction with Smart Beams. CHECK THE POWER • Organize sources, circuits, and loads. • Review watts, amps, available capacity, and overload warnings. • Estimate battery and generator runtime for the setup. HAND IT TO THE CREW • Export plots as PDF, PNG, or JPEG. • Generate a technical pack, electric report, rental list, and CSV. • Review the document before sharing it with the crew or rental house. USE THE RIGHT DEVICE Work on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Projects remain available locally and can sync through iCloud when it is available. Smart Beams are a 2D visual aid, not a lux simulation. The app does not control lights or DMX consoles. Free mode lets you try the main workflow with creation limits. Raccord Lighting Pro removes those limits; plans and prices are shown by the App Store. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TC Tools4 screens
Raccord Lighting4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Raccord Lighting at every 2 weeks against TC Tools's every 3 months. TC Tools's advantage is iOS requirement (7.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. TC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Raccord Lighting sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TC Tools ships an update every 3 months, Raccord Lighting every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TC Tools versus Raccord Lighting: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTC ToolsRaccord Lighting
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS7.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSigmagineRaphael Medeiros

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TC Tools

One-time1
  • Unlimited CueSheet Feature$0.99
3 purchases

Raccord Lighting

Subscriptions2
  • Raccord Lighting Pro Mensal7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Raccord Lighting Pro Anual7 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Raccord Lighting Pro Vitalício$59.99

Questions

Is TC Tools free?
TC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Raccord Lighting free?
Raccord Lighting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TC Tools or Raccord Lighting have ads?
Neither TC Tools nor Raccord Lighting shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TC Tools or Raccord Lighting?
TC Tools ships an update every 3 months, and Raccord Lighting every 2 weeks. Most recently, TC Tools was updated on October 24, 2026 and Raccord Lighting on October 16, 2026.

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