Head-to-head · Speedrun Timer Software
AutoSplit vs Annelid
AutoSplit leads on 0 checks, Annelid on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Free planboth
AutoSplit and Annelid score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for speedrun timer software; AutoSplit sits at #7 and Annelid at #8 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.
On game support method, AutoSplit gives you Manual where Annelid offers Community.
AutoSplit is the better fit for runners configuring image-based autosplits. Annelid is the better fit for super Metroid runners using SNES hardware.
- AutoSplit fits best
Runners configuring image-based autosplits
- Annelid fits best
Super Metroid runners using SNES hardware
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Side by side
| Feature | AutoSplit 7.9/10 Visit ↗ | Annelid 7.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| Ranking | #7 in Speedrun Timer Software | #8 in Speedrun Timer Software |
| Best for | Runners configuring image-based autosplits | Super Metroid runners using SNES hardware |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo |
| Features AutoSplit 1/3 · Annelid 1/3 | ||
| Auto-splitting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Frame-accurate timing | Not published | Not published |
| Leaderboard integration | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Windows, Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Game support method | Manual | Community |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | AutoSplit is an open-source desktop utility for speedrunners who want a timer to react to game visuals. It watches a selected capture region and compares it with split images supplied by the runner, then can send start, split, and reset… Read the review → |
Annelid is a free desktop speedrun timer and autosplitter aimed at Super Metroid runners, particularly those playing on SNES hardware. It supports manual splits and global hotkeys as well as game-specific autosplitting. The autosplitter… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
AutoSplit — where it wins
- Starts, splits, and resets timers through hotkeys or LiveSplit integration
- Offers L2 norm, histogram, and perceptual-hash comparison methods
- Supports per-split thresholds, delays, pauses, loops, and flags
Where it doesn't
- Each game's split images or text files require manual setup
- Wayland and Wine have documented limitations
- OCR split detection is experimental
Annelid — where it wins
- Autosplits Super Metroid on SNES through qusb2snes or SNI
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Imports and edits LiveSplit layouts and splits files
Where it doesn't
- Autosplitter currently supports only Super Metroid
- SNES autosplitting depends on qusb2snes or SNI
- Maintainer says it has only been tested on Linux
- AutoSplit7.9/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source desktop tool for runners willing to configure their own image-based splits.
Visit AutoSplitFull verdict → - Annelid7.9/10 · Free plan
A free desktop timer for Super Metroid runners who want SNES autosplitting and LiveSplit files.
Visit AnnelidFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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