Comparison

Recording Studio Lite vs Sound Editor

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Recording Studio Lite

Create music productions on your iOS device with this multitouch sequencer. Record up to 4 tracks using audio or virtual instruments, then edit and mix with built-in tools. Explore effects like reverb, flanger, and delay to enhance your sound.

Highlights
  • Multitouch sequencer
  • Record up to 4 tracks
  • Virtual instruments (Piano, Drums, Guitar)
  • Integrated sample editor
  • Stereo effects (Reverb, Flanger, Chorus, Delay)
  • Guitar Arpeggiator
  • Guitar Amplifiers
Features
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Recording Studio Lite is a multitouch sequencer for iOS devices. Designed for quick and simple operation, Recording Studio Lite makes recording, editing and mixing a breeze. Recording Studio Lite is the perfect way to create great sounding music productions. With this free version you can record up to 4 tracks (32 tracks with the Pro version) by choosing between audio recordings or by using the virtual instruments 'Grand Piano', 'Drums', 'Classical Guitar' and 'Electric guitar'. The audio tracks can be recorded using the built-in microphone, by connecting an external microphone or using a USB audio interface. After recording your tracks, you may want to edit them in the integrated sample editor (copy/paste, split, loop, fader, reverb). You can import mp3 and wav audio files. Recording Studio Lite is constantly being updated and continually improved with new features. · Guitar Arpeggiator. · Stereo Reverb. · Guitar Amplifiers. · Stereo Flanger. · Stereo Chorus. · Stereo Echo/Delay · Stereo Compressor/Gate/Limiter. Limitations of the Lite version · Exporting mixing is disabled. · Importing audio files is disabled. · Only 4 instrument are available. · The number of tracks is limited to 4 (up to 32 in the Pro version). · The iTunes file sharing is disabled. · Import and export MIDI is disabled.

About

Sound Editor

This app offers professional audio editing with multitrack capabilities, precise cutting, and a powerful equalizer. It features AI-powered instrument isolation and a built-in recorder for high-quality audio capture. Seamlessly import from various sources and export to multiple formats.

Highlights
  • Multitrack audio editing (up to 5 tracks)
  • Basic editing instruments (cut, copy, paste, trim)
  • 8-band equalizer and adjustable audio effects
  • AI instrument isolation (vocals, guitar, bass, etc.)
  • High-quality sound recorder
  • Import from iTunes Library and cloud storage
Features
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Sound Editor: Professional Audio Editing & Multitrack Recording on iPhone & iPad. Unleash your creativity with the most powerful and versatile audio editor and music editing app. From quick edits to music mastering, this portable studio gives you the tools to edit audio like a pro, wherever you are. MULTITRACK AUDIO EDITOR Effortlessly work with up to 5 multitracks simultaneously for comprehensive and layered editing. Enjoy precise control over every detail, enabling complex arrangements and professional music mastering. Perfect for musicians, podcasters, and sound designers. ESSENTIAL EDITING TOOLS Cut, copy, paste, trim, and delete audio regions with pinpoint accuracy. Use Fade In/Out for seamless transitions or add silence for precise timing. Easily edit audio for podcasts, videos, or music projects. POWERFUL EQUALIZER & AUDIO EFFECTS Fine-tune your sound with our 8-band equalizer, giving you total control over the frequency spectrum. Enhance your tracks with professional audio effects like reverb, delay, chorus, and more. Route effects to the master channel or individual tracks for customized sound design. AI INSTRUMENT ISOLATION Isolate vocals, guitar, bass, drums, piano, and more in seconds! Our AI-powered tool instantly separates your tracks into individual stems, streamlining your mixing process and unlocking creative remix possibilities. HIGH-QUALITY SOUND RECORDER Capture ideas, rehearsals, or live performances with our high-quality sound recorder, offering unlimited recording time. UNIVERSAL AUDIO FORMAT SUPPORT Seamlessly import & export audio in all major formats: WAV, AIFF, MP3, M4A, FLAC, and more. Enjoy compatibility with any audio file. IMPORT FROM ITUNES & CLOUD STORAGE Easily import songs from your iTunes Library or directly from popular cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive. Designed for music editors, podcasters, and audio engineers, Sound Editor provides a complete suite of professional-grade tools to import, record, edit audio, and create polished, high-quality sound. Become a true music editor today! PREMIUM: Unlock additional tracks, advanced AI features, expanded effects, unlimited exports, cloud integration, and more with a premium subscription. https://proapptivesolutions.com/privacy https://proapptivesolutions.com/tos

Screenshots

Recording Studio Lite1 screens
Sound Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Recording Studio Lite at none against Sound Editor's 10. Recording Studio Lite also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (21% vs 10%). Sound Editor's advantage is rating (3.1 vs 2.8) and ratings volume (771 vs 144). On price, update cadence and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Sound Editor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 6 months. Recording Studio Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sound Editor holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sound Editor has 771 ratings behind it against 144, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 21% of Recording Studio Lite's written reviews are positive against 10% of Sound Editor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Recording Studio Lite ships an update every 2 months, Sound Editor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Recording Studio Lite versus Sound Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRecording Studio LiteSound Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (144 ratings)3.1 (771 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.2% of reviews — better10.2% of reviews
Number of ratings144771 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB175 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlauco PercopoProapptive Solutions, LLC

Customer experience

Recording Studio Lite

All ratings144 ratings
Positive38.9%
Neutral10.4%
Negative50.7%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive21.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative75.8%

Sound Editor

All ratings771 ratings
Positive52.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative44.1%
Written reviews197 reviews
Positive10.2%
Neutral2.5%
Negative87.3%

User reviews

Recording Studio Lite

From 144 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use for recording
  • 👍 Good for music creation
  • 👍 Amazing features and control
  • 👍 Great for iCloud integration
  • 👍 Cool application

Room to improve

  • anúncios Overwhelming ads
  • 🐛 Export issues
  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Poor sound quality
  • 🐛 Limited functionality in Lite version

Sound Editor

From 771 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Good music quality
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 💡 Potential for improvement

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Paywall for basic functionality
  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🔋 Difficult to export/save work
  • 👎 Confusing/unintuitive UI
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

Bugs and requests

Recording Studio Lite

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Export fails after purchasing Pro version
  • Lite and Pro versions do not communicate
  • Ads pop up and drastically change sound settings
  • Tempo setting glitches out of the app
  • App freezes and crashes
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  • No audio on playback
  • Cannot export audio
  • Continuous clicking sound during recording and playback
  • Playback changes the sound to a different key
  • Cannot import instrumental tracks even after purchasing full version

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add setting to use app on other apps
  • Allow export of recorded music
  • Improve import functionality
  • Fix playback sound changes
  • Add instructions for app usage

Sound Editor

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to cancel subscriptions
  • Unexpected charges/billing issues
  • Saved projects not loading properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to import/use own audio files
  • Improve export/sharing options
  • Provide clearer instructions and tutorials
  • Offer a free, fully-functional trial period

In-app purchases

None

Recording Studio Lite

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Sound Editor

Subscriptions8
  • 6 months subscription as 13 Days trial$9.996 Months
  • 1 week subscription$9.997 Days
  • 1 Month Subscription3 Days trial$11.991 Month
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  • 6 months with a discount3 Days trial$17.996 Months
  • 1 Month Subscription$19.991 Month
  • FX Audio Changer: Cut & Paste3 Days trial$23.993 Months
  • FX Audio Changer: Cut & Paste3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 2 Months Subscription3 Days trial$39.992 Months
One-time2
  • Music Tracks + Projects$9.99
  • Full Pack + No Ads$15.99

Questions

Is Recording Studio Lite free?
Recording Studio Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sound Editor free?
Sound Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Recording Studio Lite or Sound Editor?
Sound Editor is rated higher. Recording Studio Lite averages 2.8 out of 5 from 144 ratings, while Sound Editor averages 3.1 from 771 ratings.
Do Recording Studio Lite or Sound Editor have ads?
Sound Editor shows ads; Recording Studio Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, Recording Studio Lite or Sound Editor?
Recording Studio Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Sound Editor every 5 weeks. Most recently, Recording Studio Lite was updated on November 6, 2026 and Sound Editor on November 2, 2026.

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