Comparison

FAC Bandit vs plateVerb

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

Head to head
About

FAC Bandit

This app is a multiband audio effect processor that splits your audio into three frequency bands. Each band can be processed independently with its own effect, allowing for detailed sound sculpting and unique sonic transformations. It offers built-in effects and expandable options for creative audio manipulation.

Highlights
  • 3-Band multi effects processor
  • Independent effects per band
  • Built-in Saturator, Lofi, Ring Modulator
  • Expandable effects via In-App Purchase
  • Frequency isolator equalizer
  • Adjustable crossover points with slope control
  • Separate Dry/Wet output controls
Read full description

• 3-Band multi effects processor • Each band provides its own effect with mix blending control • Comes with built-in effects: Saturator, Lofi and Ring Modulator • Extendable via In-App purchase in Bandit store: Delay and Reverb • Frequency isolator equaliser (DJ style filter) • Two adjustable crossover points for low and high bands with slope up to 48dB • Separate Dry/Wet output controls • Suitable for any situation, going from subtle to drastic change • Multi-outs support, route each band to separate channels in your DAW • Advanced Responsive Design, portrait and landscape views • AuV3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone) FAC Bandit is a multiband audio effect that splits the audio signal into three bands of frequencies according two adjustable crossover points. Each band is processed independently by its own effect processor and the outputs are then recombined to produce the final effect. Each frequency range is altered with different effects and settings that won't sound the same if applied to the full frequency range. As you have probably realized, FAC Bandit is a wonderful and powerful sound design tool for designers who want to sculpt new personal, exciting and outstanding sounds. Either in a subtle way, without compromising the original tone, or in a more drastic way. - AuV3 and Standalone App - To use multiple outputs, you need a host able to provide additional output busses to the AuV3 plug-in The documentation is available at fredantoncorvest.com/FAC_Bandit.html

About

plateVerb

This audio effect app offers 14 distinct plate reverb modes to add rich, seamless ambience to any sound. It provides in-depth controls for sculpting reverb, a 3-band EQ, and cross-platform preset sharing. Ideal for musicians and audio engineers seeking to enhance their mixes with lush, dynamic spatial effects.

Highlights
  • 14 distinct plate reverb models
  • Extensive sound sculpting controls
  • Built-in 3-band EQ
  • Preset manager with save/load
  • Cross-platform preset sharing
  • AUv3 compatible
Features
Read full description

Experience unparalleled versatility and depth with our cutting-edge Plate Reverb. Featuring 14 distinct plate modes, each meticulously crafted to deliver a spectrum of mesmerizing plate sounds, plateVerb infuses your audio with a luscious, seamless ambience that enhances any source it touches. Perfect for achieving shimmering, smooth, and beautiful ambience to ANY of your sounds. Unlock the full sonic potential of each mode with in-depth controls; Mix, Dampening, Ducking, Left/Right Repeats and Decay. Their three band EQ Section (Low, Mid, and High), and master controls (Master Volume & Pan). All settings can be saved and loaded in your sessions as well as crossplatform presets. All parameters offer automation control to get the most expressive sound. With 20 included presets and a revamped preset section, you'll be able to dial in any space with ease. Features - 14 Plate Reverb Models; ranging from early/vintage styles to creatively inspiring and modern/futuristic - Over 16 In-depth controls to sculpt your reverbs, including: Pre Delay, Decay, Damping, Repeat Speed, Ducking, and more! - Built-in 3-band EQ section for additional sonic character control - Preset Manager with Save, Save As, Rename, and Delete functionality - Over 20 Factory presets, including both Send and Insert styles - Cross-platform support: presets can be shared between iOS and macOS & Windows - AUv3 compatible with your favorite AU Host apps such as Garageband, AUM, Cubasis, and more! Plate Modes: redPlate - Immerse your audio in the rich, original plateVerb full-bodied resonance of a big plate sound. digiPlate - Experience the full-bodied depth of a big plate sound in a digital realm. shortPlate - Engage with a full-bodied, short plate sound that offers a classic touch of ambience. voxPlate - Explore the fullness of a big plate sound, designed to enhance vocal clarity. algoPlate - Dive into a world of algorithmically crafted big plate sound. vintagePlate - Step into the nostalgia of a vintage big plate sound. goldPlate - Experience the opulence of a full-bodied, gold-plated sound. Fifties Plate - Natural old school German made that made itself a staple in studios around the world. Early 80s Plate - Famously warm sound, one of the earlier creations from one of the American digital reverb creators of all time. Mid 80s Plate - The studio standard digital plate reverb found in studios across the world. Late 80s Plate - Natural digital style plate reverb, found on pretty much any source recorded in the 90s… and on! 90s Plate - A full bodied digital plate recreation from a less known, beast of a reverb processor. FX Plates - Effects based analog plate with a touch of weirdness for those situations that get weird. Swell Plates - A massive plate with a build up to perfection, great for pads, and ambient sound design.

Screenshots

FAC Bandit4 screens
plateVerb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: plateVerb at none against FAC Bandit's 5. plateVerb also leads on price ($4.99 vs $9.99). FAC Bandit's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (90% vs 71%). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

FAC Bandit costs $9.99 and plateVerb $4.99 up front. FAC Bandit sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. plateVerb asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FAC Bandit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FAC Bandit has 57 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of FAC Bandit's written reviews are positive against 71% of plateVerb's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FAC Bandit ships an update every 4 months, plateVerb every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FAC Bandit versus plateVerb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFAC BanditplateVerb
Price$9.99$4.99 — better
Rating4.9 (57 ratings) — better4.5 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews90.2% of reviews — better71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings57 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrederic CorvestOSC Audio

Customer experience

FAC Bandit

All ratings57 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive90.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.8%

plateVerb

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

FAC Bandit

One-time5
  • Multiband Delays$1.99
  • Multiband Reverbs$1.99
  • Small Tip$1.99
Show 2 more
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$14.99
None

plateVerb

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FAC Bandit free?
FAC Bandit costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is plateVerb free?
plateVerb costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FAC Bandit or plateVerb?
FAC Bandit is rated higher. FAC Bandit averages 4.9 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while plateVerb averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.
Do FAC Bandit or plateVerb have ads?
Neither FAC Bandit nor plateVerb shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FAC Bandit or plateVerb?
FAC Bandit ships an update every 4 months, and plateVerb every 5 months. Most recently, FAC Bandit was updated on September 18, 2026 and plateVerb on September 9, 2026.

Other comparisons