AudioRepeater vs Kikimane
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AudioRepeater
This app allows users to precisely control audio playback, enabling them to loop specific sections, slow down audio, and jump to any moment. It's designed to enhance learning and practice for languages, music, and transcription with features like waveform visualization and speech recognition.
- AB repeat for looping sections
- Adjustable playback speed
- Visual waveform navigation
- Jump to any playback moment
- Speech recognition for transcription
- Playlist creation and management
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Jump to any moment. Repeat as many times as you need. AudioRepeater is an audio player with AB repeat and waveform display that dramatically boosts efficiency for language learning, instrument practice, and transcription. • Tap once to jump to exactly where you want to listen • Loop any section endlessly (AB repeat) • Navigate intuitively with visual waveforms • Transcribe with speech recognition An audio player built for practice and learning. Video file playback is also supported. 【Perfect for】 • Language learning and listening practice • Learning songs by ear and practicing phrases • Fine-tuning vocals and pronunciation • Transcribing interviews and meetings ■ Functions and usage 1. Create a playlist First, tap the Playlist button in the upper right to go to the Playlist screen and create a list of items you want to play. Use the "Add" button in your playlist to select songs from your music library or audio and video files from Files. You can add multiple items at once. In "Edit" mode, you can also change the order of the items. 2. Start playback Once you have created your playlist, go back to the previous screen. The audio in the selected item is analyzed, and its waveform is displayed on the screen. Tap the play button to start playback. For video files, the video also appears on the playback screen. 3. Playback position can be changed by tapping on it. If you tap the waveform during playback, the playback position will move from the tapped position. 4. Add Marker Tap (double-tap) the audio waveform twice in succession to display the menu and add a marker. You can also add a marker at the current playback position by tapping the "Add Marker" button to the right of the playback button. To delete a marker, tap the marker again, and select "Delete" from the menu that appears. You can also move a marker by dragging it. 5. Repeat/Skip playback between markers When the "Marker repeat" button is selected, playback will be repeated between the added markers. You can also move the playback position to the previous marker or the next marker. 6. Change the playback speed Use the tortoise and hare buttons at the bottom right to change the playback speed. You can reset the speed to 1x by clicking the middle button. 7. Change the length of audio displayed in one line Tap the "XX seconds" button in the upper left corner to change the length of audio displayed per line from 5 seconds to 60 seconds. ---------------- If you have any comments or requests regarding the development of the app, please contact us through this developer website (twitter).
Kikimane
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"Kikimane" is an app designed for learning by listening to and imitating audio materials. Even as a beginner, you can start by simply getting your ears accustomed to the sounds and mimicking them. As you progress, you can challenge yourself with exercises like shadowing and repeating. You can also use the app to play audio continuously while commuting or doing other tasks to train your listening skills. While the app does not include pre-made study materials, it utilizes the natural language processing and text-to-speech capabilities of your iPhone or iPad, allowing you to create your own custom audio content in the following languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Korean, and Japanese. Audio quality depends on the system's capabilities. Additionally, by importing external audio, the app can be used for various listening-and-mimicking exercises beyond language learning—such as practicing announcements or speeches.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kikimane at none against AudioRepeater's 3. AudioRepeater's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, 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
Both are free to download. AudioRepeater sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Kikimane asks for nothing beyond the download.
AudioRepeater ships an update weekly, Kikimane every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AudioRepeater | Kikimane |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (120 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 86.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 120 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hashimoto Shogo | Hideo Mizuno |
In-app purchases
AudioRepeater
- Premium Plan3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Premium Plan14 Days trial$8.996 Months
- Premium Plan14 Days trial$12.991 Year
Kikimane
No in-app purchases
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