Comparison

n vs MelodyMemo

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

Head to head
About

n

This app transforms your device into a professional music studio. Record, mix, and master audio and MIDI tracks with a vast array of effects and virtual instruments. Collaborate with others and share your creations online.

Highlights
  • Multitrack audio and MIDI recording
  • Step sequencer beat maker
  • Virtual instruments and synths
  • Extensive effects suite
  • Loop browser and sample packs
  • Online collaboration community
Features
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n-Track Studio is a powerful Audio and MIDI multitrack recorder & music-making app that turns your iOS device into a complete Recording Studio & Beat Maker. Record a virtually unlimited number of Audio, MIDI & Drum Tracks, mix them during playback and add effects: from Guitar Amps, to VocalTune & Reverb. Edit songs, share them online & join the Songtree community to collaborate with other artists. Check out n-Track Studio Tutorials for iOS: https://ntrack.com/video-tutorials/iOS HOW IT WORKS: • Record a track with the built-in mic or an external audio interface • Add & edit audio tracks using our Loop Browser & royalty-free sample packs • Import grooves & create beats using our Step Sequencer Beat Maker • Create melodies using the internal keyboard with our built-in virtual instruments. You can connect external keyboards too • Use the mixer to adjust levels, pan, EQ & add effects • Save or Share the recording directly from your device MAIN FEATURES: • Stereo & Mono audio tracks • Step Sequencer Beat Maker • MIDI tracks with built-in Synths • Loop Browser & in-app Sample Packs • Virtually unlimited number of tracks • Group & Aux channels • Piano-roll MIDI Editor • On-screen MIDI keyboard • EQ with 2D & 3D Spectrum analyzer + chromatic tuner • VocalTune - pitch correction: automatically correct any pitch imperfections on vocals or melodic parts • Guitar & Bass Amp plugins • Reverb, Echo, Chorus & Flanger, Tremolo, Pitch Shift, Phaser, Tube Amp and Compression effects can be added to any track & the master channel • Built-in Metronome • Import existing tracks • Automate track volumes & pan using volume and pan envelopes • Share your recordings online • Collaborate to create music with other musicians with the integrated Songtree online music making community • Languages included: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Indonesian ADVANCED FEATURES: • 64 bit double precision floating point audio engine • Follow Song Tempo & Pitch Shift dropdown menu on Audio Loops • Export 16, 24 or 32 bit audio files • Set sampling frequency up to 192 kHz (frequencies above 48 kHz require an external audio device) • Internal audio routing • Sync with other apps or external devices using MIDI clock & MTC sync, master & slave • Record 4+ tracks simultaneously from USB pro-audio devices such as RME Babyface, Fireface & Focusrite • Support for multiple audio output when using compatible USB devices • Input monitoring What you get: • Unlimited audio & MIDI tracks • Unlocks all the available effects • Unlimited number of effects per channel • Export to WAV or MP3 • 64 bit audio engine • Export in 24, 32 and 64 bit uncompressed (WAV) format • 3D frequency spectrum view One-time, in app purchases available: • 10GB+ of Premium Royalty-Free WAV Loops & One-Shots • Exclusive release-ready Beats & editable n-Track Studio Projects • 400+ Sample Instruments TERMS OF USE http://ntrack.com/terms.php

About

MelodyMemo

Features
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MelodyMemo provides a quick and easy way to record song ideas. It relies on only the necessary tools to record an idea as simply as possible.

Screenshots

n4 screens
MelodyMemo3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MelodyMemo at Free against n's $29.90. MelodyMemo also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 18) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). n's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On ads 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

MelodyMemo is free to download; n costs $29.90 up front. n sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. MelodyMemo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

n ships an update every 2 weeks, MelodyMemo every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and March 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
n versus MelodyMemo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameternMelodyMemo
Price$29.90Free — better
Rating4.6 (300 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings300 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size239 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developern-Track S.r.l.Alexander Seals

Bugs and requests

n

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes during export and file operations
  • Random file deletion after cleanup operations
  • Audio disappears when recording with external controllers
  • MIDI patch settings not saving correctly
  • Bluetooth headphone compatibility issues
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  • Track sync issues causing overdubbing misalignment
  • Automation settings randomly disabling
  • Master export producing lower volume levels
  • Content download timeout errors
  • Reverb aux clipping and distortion
  • Bass amp plugin producing ground noise
  • Audio interface connection crashes
  • Startup hangs and freezes

Requested features

12 requests
  • Audio ducking for podcasting
  • Punch-in/punch-out recording function
  • Track stacking/grouping like Logic Pro
  • Individual track export options (WAV, MP3, MP4)
  • Zoom out feature for long tracks
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  • Chord button/chord suggestions
  • Better language selection and translation
  • MIDI clock synchronization improvements
  • Patcher preset integration
  • Velocity-sensitive keyboard in MIDI editor
  • Mono output configuration for individual channels
  • Acoustic drum sound fixes

MelodyMemo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

18 purchases

n

One-time18
  • Electronic Elements$4.99
  • Real Live Drums$4.99
  • Elegance Piano$4.99
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  • Ultimate Hip Hop$4.99
  • Drum & Bass Toolkit$4.99
  • Rock Toolkit$4.99
  • Atlanta Rap$4.99
  • Blue Jazz$4.99
  • Eclectic Essentials$4.99
  • Vocal Samples Toolkit$4.99
  • Advanced Drum Patterns$4.99
  • Lo-Fi Keys$4.99
  • Trap Sax$4.99
  • Sunset Electric Guitar$4.99
  • Funk Essentials$4.99
  • Songwriter Guitar$4.99
  • Metal Guitar$9.99
  • Suite Sounds Bundle$29.99
None

MelodyMemo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is n free?
n costs $29.90, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is MelodyMemo free?
MelodyMemo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do n or MelodyMemo have ads?
Neither n nor MelodyMemo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, n or MelodyMemo?
n ships an update every 2 weeks, and MelodyMemo every 3 days. Most recently, n was updated on September 26, 2026 and MelodyMemo on March 2, 2026.

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