Multi vs TB MBC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Multi
This audio compressor plugin offers multi-band processing for precise control over different frequency ranges. It features a modern interface with stereo meters and adjustable parameters for each of the four bands, ideal for detailed audio mixing.
- Multi-band compression with 4 bands
- Adjustable threshold, ratio, gain, attack, release per band
- Automatic gain (make-up) mode
- Frequency domain splitting with crossover controls
- Gate and peak lights for each band
- Mute specific frequency bands
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This is a AUv3 compatible audio compressor which can be used as plugin with your favourite DAW such as Cubasis, Meteor, Auria or GarageBand. It supports a modern graphical interface and presets with stereo meters for monitoring signal levels. An audio compressor is used to reduce the volume levels of loud sounds above a specified threshold and amplify quiet parts thus reducing an audio signals dynamic range. The dynamic volume changes of a recording means that the overall level of the compressed recording can be increased inside your mix. The recording will also sit inside your whole mix much more easily. There are times when you need to apply different amounts of compression to specific frequency bands such as when compressing drums. In these cases you can isolate say the kick drum and the snare, providing a boost to the kick, while suppressing the snare. This multi band compressor allows you to define 4 bands, with separate threshold, ratio, gain, attack and release times for each. We also provide an automatic gain mode, often referred to as make-up which automatically boosts the signal as you decrease the threshold. Once the compressor gate is triggered simply adjust the gain to suite. This effect effectively splits the frequency domain into 4 bands using 3 crossover controls. We provide gate and peak lights for all four compression bands as well as allowing you to mute specific bands which might be useful if you are wanting to remove a frequency range from the mix. This is one of a suite of AUv3 compatible plugins which will also soon be available from 4Pockets.
TB MBC
This advanced audio processing tool offers a powerful multi-band compressor and analog saturator for iOS. Sculpt your sound with up to 12 configurable bands, each with dual compressor curves and saturation options. Achieve professional audio results with extensive features for detailed sound manipulation.
- Up to 12 configurable frequency bands
- Dual compressor curves per band
- Positive and negative saturation per band
- External side chain support
- Mid-side processing
- Spectrum analyzer
- AUv3 plugin
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TB MBC - the ultimate Multi-Band Compressor AUv3 plug-in TB MBC is a multi-band dynamics processor and analog saturator, providing a wealth of tools to sculpt your audio tracks. With up to 12 (!) fully configurable bands, 2 compressor curves per band, positive and negative saturation, and external side chain support, it is the most complete and versatile multi-band compressor available for iOS today. Features: - Up to 12 frequency bands! - Every band has two compressor curves - Upward and downward compression in each band - Positive and negative (expansive) saturation per band - Mid-side processing per band (for stereo input) - External side chain compression per band - Variable, positive and negative band linking per band - Manual or automatic, program-dependent release - Configurable compression knee and compression range parameters - Audition mode per band - 2nd order or 4th order cross-over network - Dry/wet mixing control for parallel / New York style compression - High Quality mode using internal oversampling - Spectrum analyser with various graphic presentation modes - Input and output gain parameters, and output digital VU meter - AUv3 with resizable UI and dozens of color themes to choose from - Preset management including import and export options - Undo, redo, A/B switching - High-quality output peak limiter What you should know: - Licenses acquired for this platform are not compatible with other platforms. - Audio Unit (AUv3) extensions require an iPad mini 2, iPad 4 or later models.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TB MBC at 4.6 against Multi's 3.3. TB MBC also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 50%) and ratings volume (13 vs 3). Multi's advantage is price ($5.99 vs $9.99). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Multi costs $5.99 and TB MBC $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TB MBC holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Multi's written reviews are positive against 89% of TB MBC's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Multi | TB MBC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | 3.3 (3 ratings) | 4.6 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 13 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 4Pockets.com | ToneBoosters |
Customer experience
Multi
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In-app purchases
Multi
No in-app purchases
TB MBC
No in-app purchases









