# SoundLab vs MicSwap MultiTrack

The clearest difference is update cadence: SoundLab at weekly against MicSwap MultiTrack's every 2 months. SoundLab also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 48%) and ratings volume (15K vs 1.1K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SoundLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and MicSwap MultiTrack sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for SoundLab against 4.6 for MicSwap MultiTrack. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SoundLab has 15K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of SoundLab's written reviews are positive against 48% of MicSwap MultiTrack's.

SoundLab ships an update weekly, MicSwap MultiTrack every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SoundLab | MicSwap MultiTrack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundlab-audio-editor/id1450417400/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micswap-multitrack-mix-studio/id1538031783/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | **64.9% of reviews** | 48.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#104** | — |
| Size | 173 MB | 98 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [孛 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/998793507) | [Future Moments](https://appshunter.io/developer/895157892) |

## What reviewers say

### SoundLab

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

**Currently charting:** #104 Top Free · Music, #124 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


### MicSwap MultiTrack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micswap-multitrack-mix-studio/id1538031783)

Record and import audio onto separate tracks, then apply different microphone emulations, panning, and reverb to each. Mix down your multitrack projects and share them directly from your device.

**Highlights:** Multitrack recording, Microphone emulation, Per-track effects (reverb, pan), Import backing tracks, Mix down to stereo/mono, Direct sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 6 Months | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| 6 Months | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Unlimited on iOS | $14.99 | per year |
| Trial + Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Trial + Annual | $20.99 | per year |
| Yearly Unlimited on Desktop | $20.99 | per year |
| Yearly + Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Transcription up 1 hour | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and excellent
- 👍 Great for quick mixing
- 👍 Simplicity for audio dummies
- 👍 Nice application
- 👍 Perfect for recording songs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Recordings not playable
- 🐛 Mic keeps cutting off
- 🐛 Can't delete tracks
- 🐛 Crashes and lost recordings
- 🔒 Unauthorized purchase

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings disappearing after updates
- Inability to export finished products
- Crashing issues on specific devices
- Rerouting and audio issues during recording

**Requested features**

- Add a metronome or click track
- Allow editing of recorded parts
- Improve import/export functionality
- Add dark mode option
- Improve microphone selection on desktop


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SoundLab free?

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

### Is MicSwap MultiTrack free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SoundLab or MicSwap MultiTrack?

SoundLab is rated higher. SoundLab averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while MicSwap MultiTrack averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do SoundLab or MicSwap MultiTrack have ads?

Neither SoundLab nor MicSwap MultiTrack shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SoundLab or MicSwap MultiTrack?

SoundLab ships an update weekly, and MicSwap MultiTrack every 2 months. Most recently, SoundLab was updated on October 29, 2026 and MicSwap MultiTrack on October 24, 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.*