# Apogee MetaRecorder vs Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic

The clearest difference is price: Apogee MetaRecorder at Free against Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's $5.99. Apogee MetaRecorder also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and review sentiment (60% vs 32%). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Apogee MetaRecorder is free to download; Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic costs $5.99 up front. Apogee MetaRecorder sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic has 1.2K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Apogee MetaRecorder's written reviews are positive against 60% of Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic's.

Apogee MetaRecorder ships an update every 4 months, Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Apogee MetaRecorder | Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $5.99 |
| Rating | [3.8 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apogee-metarecorder/id965930387/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-plus-for-blackmagic/id1376947780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 31.9% of reviews | **60.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#32** |
| Size | 50 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apogee Electronics Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/591261067) | [We Are Empire PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/356298444) |

## What reviewers say

### Apogee MetaRecorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apogee-metarecorder/id965930387)

This app provides professional-grade audio recording capabilities for iOS devices. It offers high-quality audio capture, advanced metadata tagging for streamlined post-production, and a unique Master-Satellite Link feature for synchronized multi-device recording.

**Highlights:** High-quality audio recording (24-bit, 96kHz), Metadata tagging (Keywords, Markers, Favorites), Master-Satellite Link for multi-device sync, Timecode embedding via UltraSync BLUE, Direct export to Final Cut Pro XML, Professional hardware integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bluetooth Timecode Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |
| MetaRecorder Full Version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Multi-Device Support | $14.99 | one-time |
| Full Version with Multi-Device Support | $24.99 | one-time |


### Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-plus-for-blackmagic/id1376947780)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Control Blackmagic cameras remotely via Bluetooth. Manage multiple cameras simultaneously, adjust settings like white balance, frame rate, and ISO, and even control focus and zoom with external controllers.

**Highlights:** External controller support (Tilta Nucleus), Multi-cam control (up to 12 cameras), Camera grouping and custom settings, Remote focus and zoom control, Start/stop recording, Adjust white balance, ISO, frame rate, Digital slate metadata entry

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-Cam Control | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless camera control
- 👍 Intuitive and responsive interface
- 🔒 Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- 💡 Useful focus pulling feature
- 👍 Efficient workflow for remote operation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional disconnection issues
- 🔒 Limited Bluetooth range
- 🐛 Buggy behavior with certain camera models
- 🔒 Paywall for some key features
- 👎 Lack of live video monitoring

**Reported bugs**

- Recording issues with high frame rates
- Incorrect codec/resolution display for some cameras
- Focus control not working with certain lenses
- App freezes during playback

**Requested features**

- Add ability to take photos remotely
- Implement live video feed from camera
- Allow custom focus preset points
- Improve focus control sensitivity and UI
- Add support for more camera models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Apogee MetaRecorder free?

Apogee MetaRecorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic free?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Apogee MetaRecorder or Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic?

Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic is rated higher. Apogee MetaRecorder averages 3.8 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic averages 4.7 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Apogee MetaRecorder or Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic have ads?

Neither Apogee MetaRecorder nor Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Apogee MetaRecorder or Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic?

Apogee MetaRecorder ships an update every 4 months, and Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic every 6 weeks. Most recently, Apogee MetaRecorder was updated on October 21, 2026 and Bluetooth+ for Blackmagic on November 2, 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.*