VBAN Receptor Lite vs StageWave
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VBAN Receptor Lite
This app transforms your mobile device into a high-quality wireless headphone, allowing you to listen to VBAN audio streams in CD quality. It supports PCM audio transport over local networks, ideal for users of virtual audio mixers.
- Listen to VBAN audio streams
- CD Quality audio format (44.1 kHz max)
- Transform device into wireless headphone
- Play/Stop streaming
- Connect to first detected stream
- Display device IP address
- Setup VBAN UDP port
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VB-AUDIO Software / VBAN-Receptor Lite allows listening to the VBAN stream called "Stream1" in CD Quality Format (44.1 kHz max, 16 bits max, stereo max) and transform your mobile device in High Quality Wireless Headphone. VBAN protocol is made to transport native audio in PCM format on any local network (LAN or WLAN). VBAN Stream can be generated by Voicemeeter Application, the Virtual Audio Device Mixer (www.voicemeeter.com) or the VBAN-Talkie application! HELP: How to send VBAN Stream to Mobile Devices: https://forum.vb-audio.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=443 Additional Features: - Play / Stop Streaming. - "Connect" Button plays the first incoming detected stream called "Stream1". Other functions in menu: - Display mobile device IP-Address. - Setup VBAN Protocol UDP port. - Network Quality parameters (Medium per default), for latency optimisation.
StageWave
This software-based system offers wireless personal audio monitoring for musicians. Control your sound mix directly from your smartphone, reducing cable clutter for live performances, recording, and practice.
- Wireless personal monitoring
- Smartphone control
- Reduced cable clutter
- Universal equipment compatibility
- Wi-Fi enabled connection
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Introducing StageWave: Your Ultimate Wireless Monitoring Solution! Elevate Your Sound Experience Experience the future of stage monitoring with StageWave – the cutting-edge software-based wireless monitoring system. Say goodbye to the cable clutter and embrace seamless audio control right from your smartphone! Key Features: * Minimal Cables: Cut down on clutter with fewer cables compared to traditional monitoring systems. * Smartphone Control: Take command of your monitoring mix directly from your smartphone. * Universal Compatibility: Use StageWave with your existing equipment – all you need is a digital console or audio interface, a computer, a WiFi router, and your trusty smartphone. * Wi-Fi Technology: Harness the power of Wi-Fi for a smooth and reliable connection. How It Works: 1. Connect your console or audio interface to your computer. 2. Link your computer to your router using a network cable. 3. Connect your smartphones to the router via WiFi – it's that simple! Optimize your setup with StageWave and enjoy a personalized monitoring experience like never before. Musicians take control of your sound destiny! Perfect for live performances, recording sessions, and practice sessions. Compatible with Mac and Windows with an easy ASIO setup. Configure your router for optimal performance – check our video guide for a hassle-free experience. Download StageWave now and revolutionize your audio monitoring game! Your stage, your sound, your control. *StageWave is a software-based monitoring system. Ensure compatibility with your equipment before downloading.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: StageWave at 4.4 against VBAN Receptor Lite's 3.4. StageWave also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). VBAN Receptor Lite's advantage is review sentiment (51% vs 36%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
StageWave holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 10 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of VBAN Receptor Lite's written reviews are positive against 36% of StageWave's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
VBAN Receptor Lite ships an update every 4 months, StageWave monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VBAN Receptor Lite | StageWave |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (14 ratings) | 4.4 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.9% of reviews — better | 35.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vincent Burel | Rodrigo Urbina |
Customer experience
VBAN Receptor Lite
StageWave
In-app purchases
VBAN Receptor Lite
No in-app purchases
StageWave
No in-app purchases
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