HiByMusic vs MuYu
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HiByMusic
A free, high-fidelity audio player for audiophiles and music lovers. It supports a wide range of lossless and lossy formats, offering high-precision decoding and advanced audio features for a premium listening experience.
- Wide lossless/lossy audio format support
- CUE sheets and ISO image support
- High precision decoding (32-bit output, 64-bit float)
- External USB DAC support
- Gapless playback
- 10 band graphic EQ
- MSEB support
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HiByMusic Free lossless HiFi audio player. Easy to use, clean and clear. HiByMusic Player is a free lossless HiFi audio player designed for audiophiles and music fans, giving you a first-class music experience wherever you go. Features: 1. Wide lossless/lossy audio format support, including DSD(DSF,DFF), ISO(DSF,DFF,DST), WAV, FLAC, APE, AIFF, M4A, AAC, WMA, MP3, Ogg Vorbis; 2. CUE sheets and ISO images are also directly supported; 3. High precision decoding with 32 bits output, 64 bits floating point decoding and 128 bits internal precision, all for the best quality audio; 4. External USB DAC is supported, Output Native DSD with DoP, Direct output DxD and 384kHz@32bits audio streams easily; 5. Gapless playback; 6. 10 band graphic EQ; 7. MSEB support; Stay tuned, more professional function will be added continually! email: service@hiby.com website: www.hiby.com
MuYu
Activate a variety of sound effects through taps, shakes, or auto-taps. Mix and customize sounds, record your own, and sync effects with device motion. Enjoy universal access with a one-time purchase.
- Screen tap and shake activation
- Sound effect mixing and customization
- Custom sound recording and import
- Motion-activated sound effects
- Auto-tap customization
- Backing track support
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Limited-time promotion, no subscription, one-time purchase for all devices —— Introducing the "MuYu" App by Heo! Experience a sound effect tapping app where you can activate desired sound effects through screen taps, shakes, or auto-taps. Your on-the-go sound effect hub. --- Certainly, here's a revised version of the app store copy: Introducing the "Knock on MuYu" App by Heo! Experience a sound effect tapping app where you can activate desired sound effects through screen taps, shakes, or auto-taps. Your on-the-go sound effect hub. Highlighted Feature: Music Mode A sound effect pack offers a diverse range of sounds. Discover a new auditory surprise with every tap. Engage with rich sound effects that keep you coming back for more. Highlighted Feature: Sound Effect Mixer Combine multiple sound effects to fit your preference. Adjust the frequency and volume for auto-taps and share your unique sound sequences with friends. Highlighted Feature: Custom Sound Workshop Craft your own sound effects using high-fidelity recording or by importing audio files. Transform any desired sound into an electronic MuYu tone. Highlighted Feature: Motion-Activated Sounds Our innovative shaking algorithm works across devices - from phones to watches to tablets. Bring your sounds to life by moving your device. Whether you're simulating a gunshot, playing a ping pong sound, or activating rhythm clappers, sync the effects with your motions. Highlighted Feature: Backing Track Support (Lv.10) Some sounds come with complementary background music, enhancing the overall auditory experience and making you think, "That's the perfect touch!" Sound Highlights: MuYu: Experience tranquility and relaxation. Water Drop: The perseverance of water shaping stone. Temple Bell: Feel empowered and energized. Bell: Revel in pure, resonating tones. Kiss: Double your motivation with a caring touch. Cat & Dog: Embrace the warmth and comfort of our furry friends. Crow: A playful sound effect for friendly pranks. Chicken: A sound that stands out just as you do. ... and many more! Universal Access with a One-Time Purchase! AppStore's top recommendation. Compatible with iOS/iPadOS/Desktop Widgets, iOS Dynamic Features, Lock Screen Widgets, watchOS, macOS, and more. Features Overview: Auto-Tap Customization: Choose random or set tapping speeds. Determine when to stop, either by time or count. Visual Display: Instruments can be paired with custom text displays. Sound Library: Control visibility of sound effects, adjusting in bulk or individually. Sound & Feedback: Adjust volume within the app and select from various haptic feedback intensities. Screen Display: Manage counter display settings and ensure your screen remains active when needed. Motion Sensitivity: Choose from different shake intensities and benefit from our new shake detection algorithm. Quick Access: Use UrlScheme to launch specific sound effects swiftly. Hidden Gems: Discover a variety of concealed sound effects.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MuYu at 95% against HiByMusic's 42%. MuYu also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.4) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). HiByMusic's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and ratings volume (140 vs 10). On ads and in-app purchases 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
HiByMusic is free to download; MuYu costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MuYu holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HiByMusic has 140 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of HiByMusic's written reviews are positive against 95% of MuYu's.
HiByMusic ships an update every 3 months, MuYu fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HiByMusic | MuYu |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 3.4 (140 ratings) | 4.2 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.0% of reviews | 94.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 140 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 179 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dongguan Hiby Music Technology Co., Ltd. | 兴龙 张 |
Customer experience
HiByMusic
MuYu
Bugs and requests
HiByMusic
Reported bugs
21 issues- App crashes during music library scanning (around 3,000 files)
- HibyLink connection drops repeatedly
- Music playback stops when app is backgrounded
- Rewind button behavior inconsistent (goes to previous song instead of replaying)
- Album shuffle mixing with existing playlist songs
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- SMBv3 compatibility issues
- DLNA functionality crashes
- EQ and DSP effects not working on iOS
- DSD DoP not functioning on iPhone 15 Pro Max
- MQA track playback crashes
- Search function keyboard disappears after each letter
- Album art cropping and stretching issues
- Lyric loading failures
- Some MP3 and M4A files fail to play
- Bluetooth pairing inconsistency with Hiby devices
- Firmware update required every startup (2-3 minutes)
- Music file scanning not detecting all formats
- Volume control glitches when pressing quickly
- Plugin deactivation after app closure
- Folder sorting in reverse alphabetical order
- Track order randomization in folder view
Requested features
20 requests- Manual playlist reordering
- ID3 tag editing capability
- Folder-based music library scanning
- Album artist sorting (not just track artist)
- Album favorites/bookmarking
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- Gapless playback
- Crossfade between tracks
- Folder icon display in browser
- Font size adjustment
- Language settings
- Dark mode and theme customization
- Background playback support
- Search by filename
- HTTP/NAS access support
- Lyrics matching and custom lyric sources
- Portrait mode support for iPad
- Online lyrics and cover art fetching improvements
- Ascending/descending sort order options
- Playlist organization and song management
- VoiceOver accessibility improvements for iOS
MuYu
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
HiByMusic
No in-app purchases
MuYu
No in-app purchases









