# EQ550b vs HoRNetH76

The clearest difference is monetization model: HoRNetH76 at free against EQ550b's free with in-app purchases. HoRNetH76 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). EQ550b's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EQ550b sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HoRNetH76 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HoRNetH76 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | EQ550b | HoRNetH76 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eq550b/id1507176549/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horneth76/id6670768641/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 19 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RRS, OOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1486125568) | [HoRNet SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642326319) |

## What reviewers say

### EQ550b

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eq550b/id1507176549)

This audio effect plugin emulates a classic American equalizer from the late 1960s, offering four bands of equalization with selectable frequencies and proportional Q. It provides a wide range of tonal variations for professional audio manipulation and can be used as a standalone app or an AUv3 plugin.

**Highlights:** Modeled vintage EQ, Four bands of equalization, Selectable frequency centers, Proportional Q filter, Stereo, Mid, or Side EQ modes, AUv3 plugin compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RRS EQ550b Unlimited | $4.99 | one-time |


### HoRNetH76

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horneth76/id6670768641)

This audio plugin emulates a vintage FET compressor, offering classic warmth and modern versatility for music production. It provides precise control over compression, saturation, and signal levels, with features like "All Button Mode" and automatic gain compensation.

**Highlights:** Vintage FET compressor emulation, "All Button Mode" and five ratio settings, Analog amplifier emulation bypass, Automatic gain compensation, Adjustable input/output levels, Automatic and manual attack/release times, Parallel compression mix control, Variable oversampling

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| full version | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EQ550b free?

EQ550b is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HoRNetH76 free?

HoRNetH76 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, EQ550b or HoRNetH76?

HoRNetH76 is rated higher. EQ550b averages 4.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while HoRNetH76 averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do EQ550b or HoRNetH76 have ads?

Neither EQ550b nor HoRNetH76 shows ads.

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