Comparison

StageWave vs Prowl (96a41b)

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

Head to head
About

StageWave

This software-based system offers wireless personal audio monitoring for musicians. Control your sound mix directly from your smartphone, reducing cable clutter for live performances, recording, and practice.

Highlights
  • Wireless personal monitoring
  • Smartphone control
  • Reduced cable clutter
  • Universal equipment compatibility
  • Wi-Fi enabled connection
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Introducing StageWave: Your Ultimate Wireless Monitoring Solution! Elevate Your Sound Experience Experience the future of stage monitoring with StageWave – the cutting-edge software-based wireless monitoring system. Say goodbye to the cable clutter and embrace seamless audio control right from your smartphone! Key Features: * Minimal Cables: Cut down on clutter with fewer cables compared to traditional monitoring systems. * Smartphone Control: Take command of your monitoring mix directly from your smartphone. * Universal Compatibility: Use StageWave with your existing equipment – all you need is a digital console or audio interface, a computer, a WiFi router, and your trusty smartphone. * Wi-Fi Technology: Harness the power of Wi-Fi for a smooth and reliable connection. How It Works: 1. Connect your console or audio interface to your computer. 2. Link your computer to your router using a network cable. 3. Connect your smartphones to the router via WiFi – it's that simple! Optimize your setup with StageWave and enjoy a personalized monitoring experience like never before. Musicians take control of your sound destiny! Perfect for live performances, recording sessions, and practice sessions. Compatible with Mac and Windows with an easy ASIO setup. Configure your router for optimal performance – check our video guide for a hassle-free experience. Download StageWave now and revolutionize your audio monitoring game! Your stage, your sound, your control. *StageWave is a software-based monitoring system. Ensure compatibility with your equipment before downloading.

About

Prowl (96a41b)

Discover live music and fan-spotted shows happening around you in real-time. Filter by walking distance, get directions to venues, and even signal your own upcoming performances.

Highlights
  • Live map of artists and venues
  • Fan-spotted show alerts
  • Filter by walking distance
  • Get directions to venues
  • Report inaccurate show pins
  • Signal upcoming artist sets
Features
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Prowl.fm helps you find live music happening nearby. Open the map, tap Find Music, and see artists, fan reports, and music places around you. Artists can post live or upcoming shows, and fans can spot music when they hear something happening at a venue. Use Prowl.fm to: • Find live music near you • See music places around town • Post a show as an artist • Report music you hear as a fan • Save venues and bands you want to follow Built for nights out, last-minute plans, local venues, touring artists, and anyone who wants to know where music is happening right now.

Screenshots

StageWave4 screens
Prowl (96a41b)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Prowl (96a41b) at 5.0 against StageWave's 4.8. StageWave's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Prowl (96a41b) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StageWave has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StageWave ships an update monthly, Prowl (96a41b) every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
StageWave versus Prowl (96a41b): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStageWaveProwl (96a41b)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB8 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRodrigo UrbinaDaniel Sullivan

Customer experience

StageWave

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative50.0%

Prowl (96a41b)

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

StageWave

No in-app purchases

None

Prowl (96a41b)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StageWave free?
StageWave is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Prowl (96a41b) free?
Prowl (96a41b) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, StageWave or Prowl (96a41b)?
Prowl (96a41b) is rated higher. StageWave averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Prowl (96a41b) averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do StageWave or Prowl (96a41b) have ads?
Neither StageWave nor Prowl (96a41b) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StageWave or Prowl (96a41b)?
StageWave ships an update monthly, and Prowl (96a41b) every 3 weeks. Most recently, StageWave was updated on October 12, 2026 and Prowl (96a41b) on October 7, 2026.

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