# SoundLab vs MultiTrack Recorder Plugin

The clearest difference is price: SoundLab at Free against MultiTrack Recorder Plugin's $10.99. SoundLab also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (14K vs 33). MultiTrack Recorder Plugin's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13 vs 16.0). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

SoundLab is free to download; MultiTrack Recorder Plugin costs $10.99 up front. SoundLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MultiTrack Recorder Plugin asks for nothing beyond the download.

SoundLab holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SoundLab has 14K ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of SoundLab's written reviews are positive against 59% of MultiTrack Recorder Plugin's.

SoundLab ships an update weekly, MultiTrack Recorder Plugin every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SoundLab | MultiTrack Recorder Plugin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $10.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundlab-audio-editor/id1450417400/reviews)** | [4.1 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitrack-recorder-plugin/id1483833410/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 33 |
| Positive reviews | **64.9% of reviews** | 59.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#108** | — |
| Size | 173 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [孛 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/998793507) | [4Pockets.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/370131860) |

## What reviewers say

### SoundLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundlab-audio-editor/id1450417400)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Free · Music, #120 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

This app provides desktop-grade audio editing tools on your mobile device. It features a multi-track editor with numerous effects, an AI vocal separator, and a robust audio recorder. It's designed for music and podcast creators needing a convenient, on-the-go solution.

**Highlights:** 16-track audio editor, Over 20 audio effects, AI Vocal Separator, Audio recorder with input selection, Recording studio with external mic support, Video composer for soundtrack videos, Lossless output formats

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| PRO Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Permanent PRO | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 AMAZING EXPERIENCE
- 👍 Easy to use and simple layout
- 🚀 Exactly what I was looking for
- 👍 Great app for creating recordings
- 🚀 Excellent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't separate two vocals
- 🐛 Pitch change issues
- 🐛 Saving issues
- 🐛 Crashes and corrupted files
- 🐛 Confusing UI

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using EQ
- Inability to open/delete projects
- Audio files not recognized
- Saving issues causing data loss

**Requested features**

- Ability to add unlimited tracks
- More precise tempo control
- Stronger vocal remover
- Ability to create custom album covers


### MultiTrack Recorder Plugin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitrack-recorder-plugin/id1483833410)

Record and layer up to 8 mono or stereo audio tracks per instance. This AUv3 compatible plugin offers advanced editing, mixing, and export capabilities for musicians and producers. Create loops, record vocals, or build full song arrangements for use in other DAWs.

**Highlights:** 8 mono/stereo tracks per instance, Integrated 8-channel mixer, CPU-friendly delay and reverb, Multi-level undo function, Sample accurate punch in/out, Drag and drop file support, Mix-down and looping capabilities

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SoundLab free?

SoundLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MultiTrack Recorder Plugin free?

MultiTrack Recorder Plugin costs $10.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SoundLab or MultiTrack Recorder Plugin?

SoundLab is rated higher. SoundLab averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while MultiTrack Recorder Plugin averages 4.1 from 33 ratings.

### Do SoundLab or MultiTrack Recorder Plugin have ads?

Neither SoundLab nor MultiTrack Recorder Plugin shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SoundLab or MultiTrack Recorder Plugin?

SoundLab ships an update weekly, and MultiTrack Recorder Plugin every 2 weeks. Most recently, SoundLab was updated on September 23, 2026 and MultiTrack Recorder Plugin on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*