Comparison

MATRIX A8 vs AbleMix Pro

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

Head to head
About

MATRIX A8

Features
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MATRIX A8 device is dedicated music, paging, discussion and zone management solutions for Commercial Audio applications.
Easy to use and to implement, MATRIX-8 offers state-of-the-art signal processing in a cost effective package. Projects using DSP platforms usually require a minimum number of inputs and outputs. This determines the choice of dedicated matrix models. MATRIX-A8 offers a large choice of I/O options in order to cover most of applications: Open the app, it will display the IP Setup interface, and connect to the LAN via WIFI. It will automatically search for the devices that have connected to Matrix A8 in the LAN of this interface. If no device is found, click the Refresh button to manually search. Select the device and click the Connect button to connect the device. When the indicator lights green, it indicates that the device is successfully connected. The Volume interface displays the gain value and channel name of each channel. You can select and change the channel name, adjust the gain value, and mute the channel in this interface. The Routing interface displays and adjusts multiple input channels assigned to the output channel. Specifically, the output channel can be selected through the β€œrouting to” button in this interface. Select the input channel by clicking on the buttons in the list below. The Scene interface can control the device to save, delete and read the corresponding presets. The preset contains all the settings of the device. You can determine the saving location of the preset by selecting Device or Local. Click Lock System to lock the device so that the app cannot change its parameters. If the device is locked, you can only unlock or change the password by entering the password already set or super password β€œMA88”.

About

AbleMix Pro

Features
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AbleMix Pro is a professional remote-control app for Behringer X32 and Midas M32 series digital mixers. CONTROL FROM IPHONE AND IPAD β€’ Discover compatible mixers on the same local network using OSC. β€’ Control channel faders, mute, solo, pan, EQ, dynamics, sends, routing, and scenes. β€’ Monitor live channel levels and real-time spectrum analysis (RTA). β€’ Keep the app and physical mixer synchronized in both directions. β€’ Explore the interface without hardware using the built-in Demo Mode. β€’ Use optional AI-assisted voice controls when an internet connection is available. HARDWARE AND CONNECTIVITY A compatible physical X32/M32-family mixer is required for real equipment control. The Apple device and mixer must be on the same local network. Core mixer control uses the local network; AI, cloud, and subscription services require internet access. ACCESS AND SUBSCRIPTIONS No account or login is required for core app use. New installations receive an app-provided 14-day full-access period, separate from any App Store introductory offer. Pro Monthly and Pro Yearly are optional auto-renewable subscriptions. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions and restore purchases through the App Store and the app's subscription screen. Privacy Policy: https://ablemix.vercel.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://ablemix.vercel.app/terms Behringer, Midas, X32, and M32 are trademarks of their respective owners. AbleMix is not affiliated with or endorsed by those manufacturers.

Screenshots

MATRIX A81 screens
AbleMix Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MATRIX A8 at none against AbleMix Pro's 2. MATRIX A8 also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). AbleMix Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. AbleMix Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. MATRIX A8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MATRIX A8 ships an update every 6 months, AbleMix Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
MATRIX A8 versus AbleMix Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMATRIX A8AbleMix Pro
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 β€” better15.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size11 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSEIKAKUDayoung Kim

In-app purchases

None

MATRIX A8

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

AbleMix Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$69.991 Year

Questions

Is MATRIX A8 free?
MATRIX A8 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AbleMix Pro free?
AbleMix Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MATRIX A8 or AbleMix Pro have ads?
Neither MATRIX A8 nor AbleMix Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MATRIX A8 or AbleMix Pro?
MATRIX A8 ships an update every 6 months, and AbleMix Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, MATRIX A8 was updated on October 4, 2026 and AbleMix Pro on October 9, 2026.

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