Comparison

FabFilter Pro vs Cubase DAW Controller

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

Head to head
About

FabFilter Pro

This professional audio tool offers a high-quality equalizer for mixing and mastering. It features an intuitive interface with up to 24 bands, multiple phase modes, and advanced tools like Spectrum Grab and EQ Match for precise audio editing.

Highlights
  • Up to 24 EQ bands
  • Natural Phase mode
  • Spectrum Grab
  • EQ Match
  • Interactive EQ display
  • Universal filter slope support
  • Mid/side processing
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FabFilter Pro-Q 2 is a transparent, high-quality equalizer plug-in for mixing and mastering purposes, with up to 24 bands and a gorgeous interface for easy and precise editing. With its unique Natural Phase mode, it matches both the magnitude and phase response of analog EQ'ing perfectly. Innovative features like Spectrum Grab and EQ Match together with its intelligent interactive EQ display make Pro-Q 2 an absolute joy to use. The Pro-Q 2 app filters the microphone input and plays it back in real-time. To use Pro-Q 2 as a plug-in, you need an AUv3-compatible host app like Auria, AUM or Cubasis. Pro-Q 2 will appear in the list of Audio Unit extensions for effect plug-ins in the host app. Key features: - Highest possible sound quality - Gorgeous Retina interface with large interactive EQ display, multi-band selection and editing for maximum ease of use and efficiency - Up to 24 EQ bands - Operates in zero latency mode, linear phase mode with adjustable latency or the unique Natural Phase mode - Filter shapes: Bell, Notch, High/Low Shelf, High/Low Cut, Band Pass, Tilt Shelf - Universal filter slope support for all filter types, up to 96 dB/oct - Spectrum Grab: just grab and adjust a peak in the real-time spectrum analyzer right away! - EQ Match feature to automatically match the spectrum of another track - Optional Gain-Q interaction - Each band can operate on the stereo signals or on the left or right channels independently for per-channel EQ-ing - Built-in spectrum analyzer with Pre-EQ, Post-EQ and SC modes, adjustable range, speed, resolution, tilt and freeze - Auto Gain and Gain Scale - Mid/side mode where you can EQ the mid and side signals separately - Optional piano roll display to quantize EQ frequencies to musical notes - Different display ranges: 3 dB and 6 dB ranges for mastering, 12 dB and 30 dB for mixing - Intelligent solo mode makes it easy to find problem frequencies and hear the effect of a band - Phase Invert option to change polarity - Large output level meter with peak level readout - Undo/redo and A/B comparison "FabFilter Pro-Q 2 is sure to be the first plug-in we add to almost every channel on every mix we do for the next few years. Absolutely brilliant! Verdict: 10/10!" — MusicTech Magazine "FabFilter Pro-Q 2 is practically impossible to fault, being absolutely stunning in terms of usability, functionality and sound. Verdict: 10/10!" — Computer Music Magazine

About

Cubase DAW Controller

Control your digital audio workstation with precision. Adjust faders, EQ, and transport functions, and customize your interface for a more tactile music production experience. Seamlessly integrate with MIDI devices and enjoy multi-touch support.

Highlights
  • Fader control for volume adjustment
  • EQ manipulation for sound shaping
  • Transport controls for project navigation
  • Track selection and mute/solo/record functions
  • Customizable interface
  • MIDI integration
  • Multi-touch support
Features
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Cubase Fader Controller The Cubase Fader Controller is a mobile application designed to enhance the user interface of Cubase, a popular digital audio workstation (DAW). This application replicates the functionality of the CMC device, offering features that allow for precise control over various aspects of Cubase. Key Features: 1. Fader Control: Adjust the volume levels of individual tracks with high precision. 2. EQ Control: Manipulate the equalization settings of your tracks to shape the sound to your preference. 3. Transport Controls: Start, stop, and navigate through your project seamlessly. 4. Track Selection: Quickly switch between different tracks in your project. Mute/Solo/Record: Easily mute, solo, or arm tracks for recording. 5. Customization: Personalize the interface to suit your workflow preferences. 6. MIDI Integration: Integrate with MIDI devices to enhance control over your music production. 7. Multi-Touch Support: Utilize multi-touch gestures for an intuitive control experience. 8. Compatibility: Fully compatible with both Windows and macOS operating systems. 9. Steinberg Product Compatibility: Supports Cubase Version 5 and above. Compatible with Nuendo. The Cubase Fader Controller aims to provide musicians and producers with a more tactile and efficient way to interact with Cubase, improving the overall music production process. Product Page: - www.voltimusic.com/cubase_controller_home/ How to Setup: - www.voltimusic.com/cubase/cubase_controller/ Contact Us: - WhatsApp: +1 514 629 8497 - Email: contact@voltimusic.com

Screenshots

Cubase DAW Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cubase DAW Controller at $14.99 against FabFilter Pro's $29.99. Cubase DAW Controller also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months) and device support (3 vs 1). FabFilter Pro's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.4) and review sentiment (86% vs 56%). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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

FabFilter Pro costs $29.99 and Cubase DAW Controller $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FabFilter Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of FabFilter Pro's written reviews are positive against 56% of Cubase DAW Controller's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FabFilter Pro ships an update every 9 months, Cubase DAW Controller every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FabFilter Pro versus Cubase DAW Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFabFilter ProCubase DAW Controller
Price$29.99$14.99 — better
Rating4.8 (24 ratings) — better3.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better55.6% of reviews
Number of ratings24 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFabFilter9390-0801 Quebec inc

Customer experience

FabFilter Pro

All ratings24 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

Cubase DAW Controller

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative44.4%

In-app purchases

None

FabFilter Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Cubase DAW Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FabFilter Pro free?
FabFilter Pro costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cubase DAW Controller free?
Cubase DAW Controller costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FabFilter Pro or Cubase DAW Controller?
FabFilter Pro is rated higher. FabFilter Pro averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Cubase DAW Controller averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.
Do FabFilter Pro or Cubase DAW Controller have ads?
Neither FabFilter Pro nor Cubase DAW Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FabFilter Pro or Cubase DAW Controller?
FabFilter Pro ships an update every 9 months, and Cubase DAW Controller every 3 months. Most recently, FabFilter Pro was updated on October 5, 2026 and Cubase DAW Controller on October 14, 2026.

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