Yamazo Studio vs UMT Plus
Video Time Study Comparison
Choosing the right video time study software? Compare Yamazo Studio and UMT Plus across features, data security, and pricing to find the best fit for your operation. Comparison reviewed June 2026.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Yamazo Studio | UMT Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Offline Operation | 100% Offline | Cloud + Offline (mobile + desktop) |
| Field / Mobile Capture | Companion — browser capture on phone/tablet, synced via Airlock | Native iOS/Android data-entry app |
| Multi-Video Analysis | Yes - unified timeline | Video module (v20+) |
| Multi-Track (Human + Machine) | Unlimited tracks | Up to 10 simultaneous processes |
| Yamazumi Charts | Auto-generated | Line balancing charts available |
| SMED Analysis | Built-in track type | Not a dedicated feature |
| Line Balancing Simulation | Drag-and-drop what-if | Line balancing charts |
| Data Security | Local-only, no cloud | Standard |
| Pricing Model | One-time purchase | Subscription license |
| AI Motion Detection | WorkSense (pilot): on-device pose + REBA, offline | LLM assistant (v21, no motion detection) |
Yamazo Studio Advantages
- 100% offline — no cloud dependency, no data leaves your facility
- Multi-video merges multiple recordings into one unified timeline
- Unlimited parallel tracks for human + machine work
- Annual or perpetual license — perpetual keeps the one-time, no-recurring-cost model
- Built-in SMED dedicated track type
- Auto-generated Yamazumi charts and Standard Work Combination Sheets
- Offline local database
- Line balancing simulation with drag-and-drop task redistribution
- AI work analysis via WorkSense (pilot): on-device pose estimation, REBA ergonomics and irreversible face anonymization — fully offline
- Part of an integrated offline platform — Opsida Airlock LAN project sync (git-like push/pull/lock), Companion browser shop-floor capture and Opsida Flow execution
Alternative Advantages
- Native iOS/Android apps for manual on-device data entry
- Cloud sync via Dropbox and OneDrive for team collaboration
- Simultaneous studies of up to 10 processes
- OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) analysis module
When to Choose
Choose Yamazo Studio when...
Data Security is Non-Negotiable
When your IT policy prohibits cloud uploads of production footage, Yamazo's air-gapped architecture is the clear choice.
You Analyze Complex Multi-Station Lines
Multi-video and multi-track capabilities make Yamazo ideal for full assembly line analysis with parallel human-machine operations.
You Prefer One-Time Costs
Yamazo's perpetual license eliminates recurring costs — pay once, use forever. An annual license is also available if you prefer a lower upfront cost.
Consider the alternative when...
You Need Cloud Sync Across Sites
If your team is distributed across multiple sites and needs cloud sync via Dropbox or OneDrive for sharing analysis data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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You don't have to prepare your own video — get your first bar in five minutes with the built-in sample line. Want to see it on your own line? Send a short video of one station and we'll return your first Yamazumi analysis free — before any call.