# StudioMini - Music Recorder — Your ideas. Your music.

> Professional multitrack audio recorder and music creation studio for musicians. (iPhone/iPad app by Otreus Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiomini-music-recorder/id329935264 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Otreus Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/329935267)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $4.99)
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 900 App Store ratings · 213 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 123 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 1 more
- Released: 2009-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiomini-music-recorder/id329935264/reviews.md

## What is StudioMini?

StudioMini is a music recording app for musicians who play.
It’s designed to help you capture musical ideas quickly, commit to real performances, and keep moving without getting lost in endless options or editing.

Whether you’re sketching a rough idea, layering parts with bandmates, or finishing a song, StudioMini keeps the focus on playing, not programming.

When inspiration strikes, you don’t need complexity.
You need something that lets you press record and stay in the moment.

WHAT STUDIOMINI IS

StudioMini is built around real performances. It’s for musicians who want to play through ideas, capture takes, and build songs by layering parts - not by assembling music from fragments on a timeline.

You won’t find endless setup steps, complicated routing, or editing tools that pull you out of the moment. StudioMini keeps decisions lightweight so you can stay focused on the music, not the software.

That doesn’t mean you can’t refine a performance. When you need to fix a section, you can punch in without losing the feel of the take. When you’re ready to move forward, you can create a mix and share your song, or take your tracks into any DAW for further production.

StudioMini isn’t trying to replace full desktop DAWs. It’s designed to be the place where musical ideas are captured, shaped, and kept alive - before inspiration fades or momentum is lost.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Capture ideas the moment they arrive
› Press record and play. Capture a rough idea with a single track, or start building right away. StudioMini makes it easy to get something down before the moment passes.

Build songs by layering
› Add parts one at a time by recording real takes. Guitar, vocals, bass, keys - layer performances naturally instead of assembling music from fragments.

Fix what needs fixing, keep the take
› Punch in to re-record just the section you need, without losing the feel of the performance. Refine enough to keep moving forward.

Create a mix, or collaborate
› Create a high-quality mix when a song is ready to listen and share. Or share the StudioMini project itself so bandmates can add their parts and pass it back.

TRUSTED BY MUSICIANS

StudioMini has been used on recordings by Grammy-winning artists and has earned the trust of musicians around the world for over a decade.

It has built a reputation for being dependable and focused - a tool musicians come back to when they want to capture performances and keep ideas moving.

StudioMini is developed by a small team of musicians and indie software developers in Los Angeles, California, with a deep respect for the art of making music.

FEATURES

› Multitrack recording for building songs from real performances
› High-resolution audio recording
› Punch-in recording for fixing sections without losing the take
› Drum track with a curated set of professionally produced loops
› Mixer with faders, mute, solo, and panning
› Create high-quality mixes for listening and sharing
› Share StudioMini projects for easy collaboration with bandmates
› Import and export audio and projects (iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, and more)
› Per-project notepad for lyrics, notes, and ideas
› iCloud backup for seamless restore across devices

Terms of Use: https://otreus.com/en/legal/

## Key features

- Multitrack audio recording
- High-resolution audio capture
- Built-in professionally produced drum loops
- Easy project sharing for collaboration
- Export to WAV for DAWs
- High-resolution mixing
- Punch-in and overdub capabilities

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StudioMini - iPhone (1 Month) | $1.49 | per month |
| StudioMini - iPhone (1 Year) | $14.99 | per year |


## What do users think of StudioMini?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🎨 Great for capturing song ideas
- 🎶 Impressive sound quality
- 💰 Excellent value for money
- 🤝 Responsive customer support

**Cons**

- 💰 Subscription model for existing users
- 🔇 Lack of input monitoring
- 🕰️ Fixed tempo for drum loops
- 🔀 No ability to loop recordings
- 🔒 Concerns about losing access to purchased app

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Recordings being deleted or inaccessible
- Compatibility issues with certain devices
- Latency problems with stereo recording

**Most requested features**

- Ability to adjust tempo of drum loops
- More track layers and editing capabilities
- Effects like reverb, delay, and panning
- Improved file management and export options
- Bluetooth headphone support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 213)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiomini-music-recorder/id329935264/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ärgert mich extrem

*2026-08-09*

Idee aufgenommen. Beim nächsten öffnen alles weg.

**Developer response:** Es tut uns leid, dass Sie diese Erfahrung gemacht haben. Wir würden gerne verstehen, was passiert ist, haben aber anhand der Bewertung nicht genügend Informationen, um das Problem zu untersuchen. Bitte kontaktieren Sie uns unter help@otreus.com, damit wir uns das genauer ansehen und Ihnen helfen können.

### 4/5 — studio mini

*2026-05-19, version 3.4.2*

drum loops need a bit more

### 5/5 — Fast and easy

*2026-03-24, version 3.4.2*

For a singer-songwriter, this is the perfect tool. For years i’ve recorded my ideas in iPhone Notes, but often wish I could’ve done it with a metronome. I do have GarageBand loaded, and it’s wonderful, but it’s overkill when you just wanna get ideas down quickly and easily. This app fills the bill. Nothing fancy, but it’s incredibly easy to record a guitar track with a built-in drum loop and add three additional tracks (vocal, harmony, bass)  if I need to. One thing I discovered… I couldn’t use my Bluetooth headphones because of the latency issue, so I had to use my wired earphones (glad I still had a set) bought a USB-C to 3.5mm headphone adapter to connect. Small issue easily fixed. I love this app.

### 5/5 — This is the recording app for totally blind people!

*2026-02-21, version 3.4.2*

As a totally blind person, and having Run a successful analog Studio since the early 90s I was looking for something just to use at home for a bit of songwriting, I have downloaded at least 30 recording apps, most were rendered useless, and was amazed to find this one virtually every button worked with VoiceOver, I probably managed to master it within an hour,   this is a fantastic app. I can't praise it highly enough. also the developers have just emailed me to run through some elements of the app that are  not obvious how to use,   how good is that, again fantastic!

### 5/5 — This is the recording app for totally blind people!

*2026-02-05, version 3.4.2*

As a totally blind person, and having Run a successful analog Studio since the early 90s I was looking for something just to use at home for a bit of songwriting, I have downloaded at least 30 recording apps, most were rendered useless, and was amazed to find this one virtually every button worked with VoiceOver, I probably managed to master it within an hour, For the creators it would be nice if you could have a look at the , punch in and out, Deleting a track, creating different start and stop times for the song with VoiceOver, but other than that this is a fantastic app. I can't praise it highly enough.

### 5/5 — Good and simple and simply great!

*2026-02-02, version 3.4.2*

Getting a song sketch quickly recorded is important. StudioMini delivers simplicity and a frictionless creative tool!

### 4/5 — It’s great in it’s simplicity

*2025-12-05, version 3.4.1*

I do enjoy the app and it does exactly what I’m looking to do - got down quick ideas for songs. I’m just subscription fatigued. That’s why it lots a star. It’s a cheap subscription, but considering what it does, it seems like it should be a single purchase. There are so many other options out there that I just can’t add to my growing list of subscriptions. So I decided to not subscribe. 

Keep up the good work and consider a non-subscription tier!

### 1/5 — R

*2025-11-04, version 3.4.1*

Customer service poor

### 5/5 — StudioMini is amazing!

*2025-08-20, version 3.3.3*

I use this app everyday for recording, and it’s perfect for capturing musical moments, and then adding ideas, without headache or for folks without a lot of prior recording experience.

### 5/5 — EXCEPTIONAL Music Recording App!!

*2025-08-07, version 3.3.2*

First and foremost, this app deserves WELL above a 5 star rating!!!

As a singer/songwriter myself, I have been using this recording app religiously, since at least 2010, and to-date, I have not found another studio app that can even touch what Otreus has done here with StudioMini.

It is truly one of a kind; created by two brilliant friends that share a passion for music, and most importantly, a genuine desire to create a platform for other’s to create, record, and mix a studio-quality production. This app truly gives you the tools, *at your fingertips*, to take what’s been in your mind, and turn it into a masterpiece. The quality is remarkable, and this app only continues to improve and surpass expectations when it comes to mobile recording. It allows you to seamlessly play every role in the production process; you are your own audio engineer. It’s designed purely with the user in mind.. 

What sets this app & company apart from the rest, is their outstanding customer service. These guys went above and beyond to help solve the issue I was having, as well as, welcomed suggestions. They had a quick response time, almost immediate solution, and made me feel involved in that process every step of the way. That speaks volumes..

All this to say.. Otreus wasn’t playin’ games when they created this one. This is the real deal, guess you just gotta find out! 🎧🎙️💿

#Otreus
#StudioMini

## Frequently asked questions about StudioMini

### What is StudioMini?

StudioMini is a professional-quality music maker and audio recorder. It functions as a digital audio multitrack recording studio designed to be easy to use, helping musicians capture ideas without getting in the way of their creative process.

### What are the key features of StudioMini?

Key features include multitrack audio recording, high-resolution audio capture, professionally produced drum loops exclusive to the app, easy project sharing for collaboration via cloud services, and the ability to export projects for further production in other DAWs or to create high-resolution mixes.

### How much does StudioMini cost?

The application is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. Specific pricing for any in-app purchases would be detailed within the app store listing or the application itself.

### Can I use StudioMini with my existing music software?

Yes, you can easily begin a project in StudioMini and export your high-resolution WAV files for continuing the production in professional DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton. This allows for seamless integration into your existing workflow.

### Who is StudioMini designed for?

StudioMini is designed for a wide range of musicians, including songwriters, bands, music students, teachers, and band leaders. It's ideal for anyone who needs a simple yet powerful tool to capture musical ideas on the go, whether in a hotel room, at school, or anywhere inspiration strikes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.5.4 — 2026-07-15

General improvements and fixes.

### 3.5.3 — 2026-07-10

General improvements and fixes.

### 3.5.2 — 2026-07-02

Fixed an issue affecting the size of playback and recording controls on some older iPads.

### 3.5.1 — 2026-06-08

StudioMini 3 is now on iPad! Full iPad support brings more space to record, mix, and build your songs.

### 3.5 — 2026-06-04

StudioMini 3 is now on iPad! Full iPad support brings more space to record, mix, and build your songs.

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