Comparison

Marvis Pro vs LivePod

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

Head to head
About

Marvis Pro

This app enhances your music library experience with a customizable interface and powerful features. It offers advanced sorting, grouping, and filtering options for your Apple Music and iTunes library, along with Last.fm integration.

Highlights
  • Customizable UI with list and grid layouts
  • Advanced sorting and grouping options
  • Smart filtering with custom rules
  • Last.fm scrobbling integration
  • Drag and drop functionality
  • Supports Apple Music Search and Charts
Features
Currently charting
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Interact with your music and fall in love with your library all over again. ** Featured on MacStories, 9to5Mac, Cult of Mac, iDownloadBlog, iMore, and more. ** ** App of the Year 2022 - MacStories ** Marvis offers a beautiful presentation of your Music Library with loads of powerful features in a minimalistic yet highly customizable UI. • For Apple Music & iTunes Library. ‣ Supports Apple Music Search, Charts, Listen Now, Radio, and more. ‣ Non-subscribers can search & browse the Apple Music catalog and play 30s preview for all available songs. • Use Drag & Drop to add one or more items to Up Next, Play, or Shuffle. • Advanced Media Details and Artist Info. • List & Grid Layout. Multiple Grid styles to choose from, like Cover Flow. • 40+ App icon choices. • Sort and Group ‣ Sort by Recently Played/Added, Year, Rating, Play Count, and more. ‣ Group Playlists and Genres into Albums, Artists, Composers, etc. • Smart Rules: Filter, Sort, and Limit. • Last.fm support. ‣ The ability to scrobble is included with your purchase. ‣ Advanced features require an additional one-time fee. IMPORTANT: • It is required to have the Music app installed on your device to use Marvis. • Due to iOS restrictions, deleting items from your library or playlists via Marvis is not allowed. Reddit: r/MarvisApp

About

LivePod

Enhance your music listening with live activities for Apple Music. See upcoming songs on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, mix ambient sounds with your music, and get track change notifications. Enjoy a more interactive and visually dynamic audio experience.

Highlights
  • Live Activities for Apple Music
  • Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration
  • Up Next track display
  • Sound mixer with ambient sounds
  • Track change notifications
  • StandBy mode support
Features
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LivePod brings your music experience to life with stunning Live Activities designed for Apple Music. It seamlessly integrates with your Lock Screen, Dynamic Island, and StandBy mode, keeping you connected to your favorite songs without needing to unlock your device. Whether you're enjoying your favorite playlist or discovering new tracks, LivePod makes sure you’re always in control of what’s playing. With LivePod, you get more than just a music player—it's a smarter way to enjoy your Apple Music experience with real-time updates and enhanced visuals. Up Next Activity – Stay in Control of Your Music Queue The Up Next feature lets you see the upcoming song from your now-playing queue right on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. No need to open your music app to check what’s coming next—LivePod keeps you informed at a glance. * Key Benefits of Up Next Activity: * - Shows the next track from your queue in real time. - Available directly on the Lock Screen for quick access. - Seamlessly integrates with Dynamic Island and StandBy mode. - With LivePod, your next song is always just a glance away. * Effortless Setup – How to Get Started * Using LivePod is simple and intuitive. Once you start playing music on your device, LivePod automatically activates live activities, displaying the now-playing song and the next track in your queue. * Here’s how it works: * - Play your music from Apple Music. - Open the LivePod app. - Your live activity will start automatically, showing you what's playing and what’s coming next. - No complicated settings or extra steps required—just enjoy your music without interruptions. * Mix Sounds with Your Music * Looking for a more personalized listening experience? LivePod allows you to mix additional sounds with your music. Whether you want to layer calming nature sounds over your playlist or add ambient effects to your tracks, LivePod lets you customize your audio environment to suit your mood. * Features of the sound mixer include: * - A variety of ambient sounds to enhance your music. - Easy controls to adjust the mix to your liking. - Perfect for creating relaxing, immersive listening sessions. - Track Change Notifications for Ultimate Convenience. Want to stay informed about every track change without needing to glance at your phone? LivePod offers track change notifications, making it even easier to keep up with your music. This feature is available through an optional in-app purchase, giving you more control over your listening experience. * Benefits of Track Change Notifications: * - Get real-time alerts when the song changes. - Stay updated without constantly checking your device. - Enjoy a seamless music experience with fewer distractions. * Why Choose LivePod? * LivePod enhances your music experience by making it more interactive and engaging. Instead of simply listening to songs, you get a visually dynamic experience that keeps you informed and in control. * Top reasons to use LivePod: * - Beautiful Live Activities for Apple Music. - Easy-to-use interface with automatic activation. - Dynamic Island and StandBy support for added convenience. - Additional sound mixing options to personalize your music. - Track change notifications to keep you updated. Take your music experience to the next level with LivePod. Enjoy beautiful, real-time Live Activities that make every listening session more enjoyable and interactive. Whether you're relaxing, working out, or just enjoying your favorite tunes, LivePod keeps you connected to your music like never before. Happy listening! Terms of Use: https://zipoapps.com/livepodios/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/livepodios/privacy/

Screenshots

Marvis Pro4 screens
LivePod2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LivePod at Free against Marvis Pro's $9.99. LivePod also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Marvis Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On review sentiment, in-app purchases 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

LivePod is free to download; Marvis Pro costs $9.99 up front. Marvis Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and LivePod sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Marvis Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Marvis Pro has 1.3K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Marvis Pro's written reviews are positive against 78% of LivePod's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Marvis Pro ships an update every 9 days, LivePod every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Marvis Pro versus LivePod: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarvis ProLivePod
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (1.3K ratings) — better4.5 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews — better77.8% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K — better28
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#23 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB134 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAditya RajveerZipoApps

Customer experience

Marvis Pro

All ratings1,284 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews642 reviews
Positive84.7%
Neutral5.1%
Negative10.1%

LivePod

All ratings27 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

Bugs and requests

Marvis Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent scrobbling to Last.fm
  • Playback issues when switching between apps
  • Metadata not always displaying correctly

Requested features

6 requests
  • Advanced EQ and audio controls
  • Improved music discovery features
  • Ability to edit playlists and queue
  • Dedicated iPad and Apple Watch apps
  • Lyrics integration without third-party apps
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  • Sync settings and configurations across devices

LivePod

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Marvis Pro

One-time1
  • Last.fm⁺$5.99
15 purchases

LivePod

Subscriptions14
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$2.997 Days
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  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Premium features3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • LivePod+$2.99

Questions

Is Marvis Pro free?
Marvis Pro costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LivePod free?
LivePod is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Marvis Pro or LivePod?
Marvis Pro is rated higher. Marvis Pro averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while LivePod averages 4.5 from 28 ratings.
Do Marvis Pro or LivePod have ads?
LivePod shows ads; Marvis Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Marvis Pro or LivePod?
Marvis Pro ships an update every 9 days, and LivePod every 2 months. Most recently, Marvis Pro was updated on October 29, 2026 and LivePod on October 30, 2026.

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