# DXO vs Volume Booster

The clearest difference is rating: Volume Booster at 3.6 against DXO's 2.6. Volume Booster also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 64 months) and ratings volume (681 vs 11). DXO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Volume Booster sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. DXO asks for nothing beyond the download.

Volume Booster holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Volume Booster has 681 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two.

DXO ships an update every 64 months, Volume Booster every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DXO | Volume Booster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dxo-control/id1076545902/reviews) | **[3.6 (681 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-booster-equalizer-fx/id1487361377/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **681** |
| Positive reviews | — | 57.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 64 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Steinigke Showtechnic GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/510305640) | [Kartum Infotech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258050826) |

## What reviewers say

### DXO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dxo-control/id1076545902)

Configure PA systems directly from your iPad. Control DSP modules, activate presets, and make individual adjustments for PSSO PRIME system amplifiers and DXO controllers. Offers features comparable to PC software.

**Highlights:** PA system configuration via iPad, Control DSP modules, Activate and store presets, 10 equalizers per channel, Delay, Limiter, Compressor, Gain and Master volume control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Volume Booster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-booster-equalizer-fx/id1487361377)

Enhance your device's audio with this app, offering volume boosting, bass enhancement, and a customizable equalizer. It includes an offline music player with 3D surround sound capabilities, allowing you to fine-tune audio for music, videos, and more.

**Highlights:** Volume boosting up to 1000%, Bass booster and virtualizer, 10-band customizable equalizer, Offline music player, 3D surround sound with 8D effects, Supports various audio formats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly unlimited | $3.99 | per month |
| Quarterly unlimited | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly unlimited | $9.99 | per year |
| Volume Booster Pro, Lifetime! | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Volume booster
- 👍 Excellent sound quality
- 🔋 Enhances audio experience
- 🔊 Powerful bass boost
- 🎧 Works well with speakers/headphones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work with existing music
- 💰 Requires subscription for full features
- 📢 Too many ads in free version
- 🔌 Doesn't work with all devices
- 🤔 Confusing to use

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Volume boost not working consistently
- Subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Equalizer controls
- Ability to save custom settings
- Integration with music streaming apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DXO free?

DXO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Volume Booster free?

Volume Booster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DXO or Volume Booster?

Volume Booster is rated higher. DXO averages 2.6 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Volume Booster averages 3.6 from 681 ratings.

### Do DXO or Volume Booster have ads?

Volume Booster shows ads; DXO does not.

### Which is updated more often, DXO or Volume Booster?

DXO ships an update every 64 months, and Volume Booster every 3 weeks. Most recently, DXO was updated on September 8, 2026 and Volume Booster on September 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*