Comparison

SoundLab vs RØDE Central Mobile

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

Head to head
About

SoundLab

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
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Bringing desktop-grade audio editing, recording, and on-device AI together, SoundLab is a powerful sound editor that lets you edit audio, clean up speech, separate vocals, and mix up to 16 tracks. SoundLab is more than an audio editor. It is built for the ideas, quick edits, and unexpected creative needs that come up during music and podcast production, so you can start creating anytime, anywhere on your iPhone or iPad. We won't claim SoundLab replaces a desktop DAW. But it is a serious mobile production tool for the moment the idea arrives and you don't want to open a computer — or wait thirty seconds for a desktop DAW to launch. Precise Multitrack Audio Editor • Mix up to 16 tracks with gain, pan, mute, and reordering. • Copy, cut, paste, trim, insert, replace, split, duplicate, join, move, and more—with unlimited undo/redo. • Zoom smoothly for millisecond-level selections. • Loop any range while you work. • Draw non-destructive volume curves for fades and ducking. • Record overdubs directly into your project while monitoring playback. AI Vocal Separator & Vocal Remover Separate vocals and instrumentals, create acapellas, or make backing tracks with the vocal remover. Karaoke Mode preserves fuller accompaniment. AI runs locally: no uploads or server queue. AI Stem Separator Split into four stems—vocals, drums, bass, other—or six with guitar and piano. Preview and balance parts, then export a mix or individual stems. AI Noise Reducer & Audio Enhancer Use AI Noise Reducer on recordings or AI Noise Suppression on selected audio. EQ, compression, de-essing, normalization, amplification, and Bass Boost provide enhancement for voice and music. 25+ Selection-Based Effects Apply 25+ effects to any waveform range, including AI separation and noise suppression, 10-band EQ, Reverb Pro, Tape Delay, Compressor, Change Pitch/Tempo, Fade In/Out, Phaser, Reverse, Silence Remover, and more. Master Effects Master Effects run in real time on the mix bus. Adjust tempo, pitch, reverb, and EQ while previewing, then export alternate versions without changing tracks or clips. Audio Recorder • Quick Recorder: Capture ideas with your chosen input device. • Recording Studio: Monitor your mic, set input gain, use a limiter and reverb, and record over a backing track—with or without it in the saved mix. • Use compatible external microphones and audio interfaces recognized by iOS. Import, Create & Organize • Import from Files, Music Library, other apps, or Wi-Fi; extract audio from video. • Convert text to speech and add, insert, or replace audio in your project. • Sync audio with iCloud; archive and restore projects through iCloud, USB drives, or external storage. • Use Video Composer to mix audio with video and create soundtrack videos. Flexible Export Export AAC, ALAC, MP3, FLAC, or WAV with selectable channels and sample rates, plus high-bitrate and lossless options. Add metadata and cover art in supported formats. Save to Files or iCloud, share, or export a ringtone. SoundLab is perfect for: • Music lovers and independent creators • Podcast and voice-over producers • Music students and teachers • Especially for users who are familiar with Audacity or Audition SoundLab Pro SoundLab Pro unlocks all Pro features. Choose monthly or annual auto-renewing subscriptions or a one-time permanent purchase. All support Family Sharing with up to five other family members. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Free trials convert to paid subscriptions, and subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel in App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.castpeer.biz/agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://www.castpeer.biz/privacy.html Customer Support Contact us in the app: Mine → Contact Us Official website: https://www.soundlabs.app YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@soundlab-app

About

RØDE Central Mobile

This mobile companion app allows users to configure settings, unlock advanced features, and update firmware for compatible RØDE microphones. It provides access to on-board processing and device information, enhancing the functionality of your RØDE audio gear.

Highlights
  • Configure device settings remotely
  • Unlock advanced features and processing
  • Access device information
  • Update microphone firmware
  • On-board processing (compression, noise gating, Aphex)
  • Control gain and audio modes
Features
Currently charting
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RØDE Central is an easy-to-use mobile companion app for compatible RØDE microphones that allows you to configure your device settings anywhere, unlock advanced features and processing, access device information, and update to the latest firmware. Note: You will need to use an MFi-certified Lightning Accessory cable such as the RØDE SC15 or SC21 to connect your RØDE microphone to your smartphone. To access on-board recordings from the Wireless GO II, you will need to use the desktop version of the RØDE Central app. Key Features ------------- - Fully featured and easy-to-use companion app for a range of RØDE products - Activate and control features and settings anytime, anywhere - Access powerful on-board processing and effects, including compression, high-pass filtering, noise gating and the legendary Aphex® Aural Exciter™ and Big Bottom™ - Update your device firmware to access latest features - Access device information, including clock, firmware version, battery levels, product ID and more Supported Microphones and Settings -------------------------------------- [ Wireless ME ] - ME Mic: On, Off - GainAssist: Auto, Dynamic, Off - Split / Merged Mode - Output Gain: Low, Mid, High - LEDs: Dim, Bright [ Wireless GO II ] - Split / Merged Mode - Backlight: On, Off - Gain Mode: Fine, Coarse, Camera Preset - Safety Channel: On, Off - Button: Marker, Backlight, Mute, None - On-board Recording: Always, Backup, Off - Pad: On, Off - Recording Quality: Compressed, Uncompressed [ VideoMic GO II ] - Input Gain - High-frequency Boost: On, Off - High-pass Filter: Off, 75Hz, 150Hz - Pad: On, Off - Direct Monitoring: On, Off - Monitoring Level [ AI-Micro ] - Merged / Split / Stereo Input 1 Mode - Input Gain (Input 1, 2) - High-pass Filter: Off, 75Hz, 150Hz - Direct Monitoring: On, Off - Monitoring Level [ NT-USB+ ] - Input Gain - High-pass Filter: Off/75Hz/150Hz - Noise Gate: On, Off - Compressor: On, Off - Aphex® Aural Exciter™: On, Off - Aphex® Big Bottom™: On, Off - Save to Microphone (settings persist)

Screenshots

SoundLab4 screens
RØDE Central Mobile3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SoundLab at 65% against RØDE Central Mobile's 11%. SoundLab also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (15K vs 40). RØDE Central Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ads, chart position 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

Both are free to download. SoundLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. RØDE Central Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SoundLab holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SoundLab has 15K ratings behind it against 40, 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 11% of RØDE Central Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SoundLab ships an update weekly, RØDE Central Mobile every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
SoundLab versus RØDE Central Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoundLabRØDE Central Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (15K ratings) — better1.8 (40 ratings)
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews — better11.4% of reviews
Number of ratings15K — better40
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#108 — better#166
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size173 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer孛 刘RØDE Microphones

Customer experience

SoundLab

All ratings14,345 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews544 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral9.0%
Negative26.1%

RØDE Central Mobile

All ratings39 ratings
Positive7.7%
Neutral10.3%
Negative82.1%
Written reviews555 reviews
Positive11.4%
Neutral5.0%
Negative83.6%

User reviews

SoundLab

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

RØDE Central Mobile

From 40 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works flawlessly
  • 🚀 Great addition to the product
  • 🚀 Allows changing settings on the go

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't connect to devices
  • 🐛 Requires proprietary cable
  • 🐛 Doesn't recognize devices
  • 🐛 Firmware update issues
  • 🐛 App is not user-friendly

Bugs and requests

SoundLab

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

RØDE Central Mobile

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't recognize devices even with latest firmware
  • Constant requests to update firmware
  • Incompatibility with standard cables

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow downloading of recorded files
  • Support for more devices
  • Improve app usability
  • Add dark mode

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SoundLab

Subscriptions2
  • PRO Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • PRO Annual Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Permanent PRO$49.99
None

RØDE Central Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SoundLab free?
SoundLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RØDE Central Mobile free?
RØDE Central Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SoundLab or RØDE Central Mobile?
SoundLab is rated higher. SoundLab averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while RØDE Central Mobile averages 1.8 from 40 ratings.
Do SoundLab or RØDE Central Mobile have ads?
Neither SoundLab nor RØDE Central Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SoundLab or RØDE Central Mobile?
SoundLab ships an update weekly, and RØDE Central Mobile every 5 weeks. Most recently, SoundLab was updated on November 11, 2026 and RØDE Central Mobile on November 9, 2026.
Which is more popular, SoundLab or RØDE Central Mobile?
SoundLab currently peaks at #108 in the App Store charts, and RØDE Central Mobile at #166. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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