# Sound Effects! — Best Soundboard / Import Audio

> Versatile sound effects player and custom soundboard with import capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by TMSOFT.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sound-effects/id537432480 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TMSOFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/288669797)
- Category: Entertainment, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 51 App Store ratings · 129 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-07-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sound-effects/id537432480/reviews.md

## What is Sound Effects!?

Play sound effects for every occasion! Is somebody talking too much in a meeting? Blow the Air Horn or Whistle and silence them! Did a friend just tell a funny joke? Play the laugh track or rim shot and show your support! The joke wasn't funny? Then boo them off the stage! This popular sound machine is perfect for having fun with friends or annoying family members.

FEATURES
- 50+ Stock Sounds with ability to add new sounds with iTunes File Sharing (visit our website for import instructions)
- Playback and Mix multiple sounds at the same time
- Sound Board for custom layouts of audio clips w/ multiple pages
- Sound Catalog for quick access to all sounds or just your favorites
- Sound Timers for playback of sounds after specified time has elapsed
- Multiple button sizes including Small, Medium, Large
- Multiple color themes including Modern, Blue, and Night
- Multiple sound formats including wav, mp3, caf, aac, aiff, aifc, m4a, 3gp, mp4
- Universal app runs at full screen w/ latest iPhones and iPads
- Retina display supported with modern layout and design

SOUND BOARD

Tap a sound tile to play.  Tap again to pause.  You can drag the tiles into new positions when the board is unlocked. You may lock the tiles in place from the settings page.  Swipe left or right or tap the next and previous buttons to change pages.  You can even drag multiple tiles at the same time while navigating to other pages.  If you want to rewind a sound that is paused just pick up the tile and shake it.

SOUND CATALOG

Scroll the list to get access to all your sounds.  Tap the right arrow button next to the sound to toggle favorites and enable sound timers.  Toggle the view between All Sounds and Favorites by tapping the view button located at the top right of screen.

PODCASTING

Do you have a podcast show?  Sound Effects was built for use on the popular Tech 411 Show on iTunes ( https://tech411show.com ) so you'll find the stock sounds can compliment your podcast too.  It's also easy to add new audio clips and layout the soundboard like a pro!

UPGRADING

Removal of ads can be purchased from the settings screen.  Sound Effects is also available for your desktop on the Mac App Store.

CONTACT TMSOFT 

Fan us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tmsoft 

Follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/tmsoft 

Visit our website for additional information at https://www.tmsoft.com/soundeffects/

## Key features

- Play and mix multiple sounds
- Import custom audio files
- Customizable soundboard layouts
- Sound catalog for quick access
- Sound timers for delayed playback
- Supports multiple sound formats

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Sound Effects!?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun to use
- 💡 Useful for podcasts and entertainment
- 🚀 Simple and straightforward layout
- 👍 Good sound quality

**Cons**

- 🐛 Ads disrupt usage
- 🔋 Limited sound selection
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 👎 Low-quality sound effects

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to save favorites
- Sounds not working properly
- Compatibility issues across devices
- Ads taking over the screen

**Most requested features**

- More sound effects
- Ability to record and import custom sounds
- Improved layout and navigation
- Removal of ads or paid version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 129)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sound-effects/id537432480/reviews.md

### 3/5 — It’s ok

*2021-07-07, version 4.4.2*

It’s not the best app. They could definitely make the sounds more realistic but it’s not too bad.

### 1/5 — Don’t bother

*2021-01-01, version 4.4.2*

Literally doesn’t make a sound

### 5/5 — Wow

*2020-12-03, version 4.4.2*

I love this! Whenever something happens I just take out my phone and start a sound effect! Also helps if you need a conversation starter in the middle of an awkward silence

### 4/5 — Really good

*2020-09-22, version 4.4.2*

This app is a very good app. But one thing that could use some work is every single time I try to click a button and add always shows up and it’s very annoying sometimes. But overall it is a great app and I do recommend you getting it.

### 4/5 — Awesome App

*2020-09-05, version 4.4.2*

I also have this app on my Windows PC. And have used it on android. Amazing out and does exactly what you would want to. Donely reason I did not give it five stars is that on iPad, this layout is not as nice or is unable to do landscape layout properly. Of course this would be user error but I do not think so. The layout on windows is perfect and I believe we should have the same layout on iPad with large buttons that have the way signal above the noise.

### 1/5 — Too many ads Fake sound effects and only 30 sounds

*2020-01-10, version 4.4.2*

The other sound effects app I dowloden had 100+ sound this app had 30 sounds were fake the insane laugh sounds like shaggy from Scooby-Doo screaming and the censor button is high pitch also when you push a button too much it goes crazy it keeps flashing and you can’t turn it off this app is also boring and should be discontinued, gone and token off the App Store so if you like fake and stupid effects this is the app for you

### 3/5 — Can’t record ☹️

*2019-12-30, version 4.4.2*

I love the sounds I just wished I could record them

### 1/5 — Boohoo🤠😳👏👏🙏🏿💋💅🏿

*2019-09-08, version 4.4.2*

Hey what’s up u guys my names rebekah but anyways enough about me. This app is sooo sucky🙄. I only downloaded it for the moooo sound and it got old really quick ㅠ벼배귶그모웊ㅅ나ㅏㅈㅍ슈무ㅏ몾ㄷㅍㅊㄱㅍㅂ모 ㅗㅑ

If this had a zero star option I would do it

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### 1/5 — NO FKN GOOD

*2019-03-17, version 4.4.2*

Don’t even try to download this app

### 1/5 — NOT ENOUGH SOUNDS!!!

*2018-11-20, version 4.4.2*

I wanted this app to see if there was a snap sound but there wasn’t any!!
And all of the sounds sounded sooooo FAKE.
Sorry if I made this ⬆️ sound to mean.😠😔

## Frequently asked questions about Sound Effects!

### What does the Sound Effects! app do?

This app allows you to play a variety of sound effects for different occasions, such as meetings, jokes, or general entertainment. You can play single sounds or mix multiple sounds simultaneously. It also functions as a customizable soundboard where you can arrange and trigger your audio clips.

### How can I add my own sounds to the app?

You can import your own audio files using iTunes File Sharing. The app supports various sound formats like WAV, MP3, and M4A. Detailed import instructions can be found on the developer's website.

### Is the app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does contain ads. You can remove these ads by purchasing an upgrade from the settings screen. The app also offers in-app purchases for additional features or content.

### What devices is Sound Effects! compatible with?

This is a universal app designed to run at full screen on the latest iPhones and iPads, supporting Retina display with a modern layout and design.

### Can I use this app for podcasting?

Yes, the app was designed with podcasting in mind and has been used on popular podcast shows. You can easily add new audio clips and lay out your soundboard professionally to complement your podcast content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.6.5 — 2024-04-27

- Support library updates
- Support for latest iOS versions

### 4.6.4 — 2023-07-13

- Support library updates
- Support for latest iOS versions

### 4.6.3 — 2022-07-01

- Support library updates
- Support for latest iOS versions

### 4.6.2 — 2022-03-22

- Support library updates
- Support for latest iOS versions

### 4.6.1 — 2022-02-24

- Support library updates
- Support for latest iOS versions

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