XS vs tcCalc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
XS
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XS-80H remote can run on the iPad. The app provides wireless mobile control of basic functions for the Roland XS-82H/83H/84H multi-format switchers. You can control: - switching video inputs - switching audio inputs - volume levels - changing presets and more You can customize following setting with simple operation. - change names of switches, tabs, and presets - change icons, - background still images and more. * The customized settings can be protected with admin password. Requirements: The XS-80H series you are connecting to must be running at the latest version (Version 1.0 or later) The iPad uses its Wi-Fi connection to control the XS-80H series via a wireless USB adapter (Roland WNA1100-RL or ONKYO UWF-1) or wireless router (wireless LAN router). Notes: Only a single iPad can be connected at one time. For the settings on the XS-82H/83H/84H, please refer to the XS-82H/XS-83H/XS-84H Reference Manual.
tcCalc
This calculator specializes in timecode and frame-based calculations, offering a familiar interface for quick conversions and duration calculations. It supports multiple frame rates and allows for easy copying and pasting of results.
- Timecode and frame calculations
- Convert between timecode and frames
- Supports multiple frame rates
- Automatic value adjustment
- Copy and paste functionality
- Memory function
- Calculation history
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tcCalc is a calculator built for one job: timecode math for video production. Add and subtract timecode, let it handle drop frame for you, and switch to a frame count with a single tap, all with the feel of an ordinary calculator. Time bases 23.98 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 30 / 50 / 59.94 / 60 fps, plus hh:mm:ss for working without frames. Drop frame is applied automatically at 29.97 and 59.94 fps. Features - Add and subtract timecode - One-tap switching between timecode and frame count (seconds in hh:mm:ss mode) - Automatic drop frame handling (29.97 / 59.94 fps) - Constant calculation: press = again to repeat the last operation - Memory: add, subtract, recall, and clear - Calculation history: up to 20 entries with frame rate and date; tap to restore, swipe to delete - Open history with the clock button or by swiping up on the display - Copy and paste from the ••• menu or by touching and holding the result - Built-in How to Use guide Easy to read - Large keys, color-coded by role - Dark mode - iPhone and iPad, in all four orientations - Dynamic Type and VoiceOver support Simple by design - No ads - No in-app purchases - No account or sign-in - The app itself makes no network connections and works offline - No analytics and no tracking Whether you are timing a shoot, finding an edit point, or adding up the length of your footage, tcCalc keeps the math out of your way.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: XS at Free against tcCalc's $1.99. XS also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). tcCalc's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 52 months). On 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
XS is free to download; tcCalc costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
XS ships an update every 52 months, tcCalc every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | XS | tcCalc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (76 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 63.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 76 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 52 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Roland Corporation | RYUICHIROU SHIMONO |
In-app purchases
XS
No in-app purchases
tcCalc
No in-app purchases









