# MovieSlate® 8 vs Timecode Audio Recorder

The clearest difference is price: Timecode Audio Recorder at Free against MovieSlate® 8's $29.99. Timecode Audio Recorder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (4 vs 2). MovieSlate® 8's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (547 vs 5). On review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Timecode Audio Recorder is free to download; MovieSlate® 8 costs $29.99 up front. MovieSlate® 8 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Timecode Audio Recorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

MovieSlate® 8 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MovieSlate® 8 has 547 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of MovieSlate® 8's written reviews are positive against 42% of Timecode Audio Recorder's.

MovieSlate® 8 ships an update every 6 weeks, Timecode Audio Recorder every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MovieSlate® 8 | Timecode Audio Recorder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $29.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (547 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movieslate-8/id959690900/reviews)** | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-audio-recorder/id1322011386/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **547** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **44.9% of reviews** | 41.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#127** | — |
| Size | 261 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **9.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PureBlend Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/284447375) | [Tentacle Sync GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1133987689) |

## What reviewers say

### MovieSlate® 8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movieslate-8/id959690900)

**Currently charting:** #127 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app is a professional digital clapperboard, logging tool, and notepad for filmmakers. It helps log footage, take notes, and create reports efficiently, saving time during editing. Customize its appearance and features to suit your production needs.

**Highlights:** Digital clapperboard and shot logger, Take notes and record voice memos, Log production info and GPS location, Export shot history in multiple formats, Customize slate appearance and behavior, Timecode sync with compatible gear (PRO feature)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MovieSlate® 8 Pro Features | $9.99 | per month |
| Script Dept | $26.99 | per month |
| MovieSlate® 8 Pro Features | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Highly customizable interface and settings
- 🎬 Excellent tool for film production slating and logging
- 💾 Easy shot log export for editors
- 🎥 Works well with professional timecode systems
- ⚡ Saves money compared to physical slates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing model with hidden costs
- 📺 Text and display too small on phones
- 🔐 Intrusive contact access permissions popup
- ⚠️ Requires Apple Music subscription to function
- 🔄 Forced repurchase for new app versions

**Reported bugs**

- App hangs or freezes when loading songs
- External clap detection causes app to crash
- Timecode signal not audible for jam syncing
- Display freezes on iPhone Plus in landscape mode
- App becomes unresponsive when iPad overheats

**Requested features**

- 23.98 fps framerate option for 24h world clock
- Wood clapper accessory for iPad
- Split-screen support for iPad Pro
- Tail slate option
- Louder clap sound output


### Timecode Audio Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-audio-recorder/id1322011386)

Capture audio with embedded timecode for professional synchronization. Supports high-quality WAV recordings and export to cloud services. Requires external Tentacle Sync hardware for timecode functionality.

**Highlights:** Record WAV audio files, 16 or 24 bit depth, 44.1 or 48.0 kHz sample rate, Embedded timecode, Export to iCloud, Requires Tentacle Sync hardware

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MovieSlate® 8 free?

MovieSlate® 8 costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Timecode Audio Recorder free?

Timecode Audio Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MovieSlate® 8 or Timecode Audio Recorder?

MovieSlate® 8 is rated higher. MovieSlate® 8 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 547 ratings, while Timecode Audio Recorder averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do MovieSlate® 8 or Timecode Audio Recorder have ads?

Neither MovieSlate® 8 nor Timecode Audio Recorder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MovieSlate® 8 or Timecode Audio Recorder?

MovieSlate® 8 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Timecode Audio Recorder every 4 months. Most recently, MovieSlate® 8 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Timecode Audio Recorder on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*