Comparison

Multiband Compressor vs TB MBC

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

Head to head
About

Multiband Compressor

This audio effect plugin offers an ultra-clean compressor algorithm with very low harmonic distortion. It features a high-resolution spectrum analyzer and a versatile side chain input for advanced audio manipulation.

Highlights
  • Ultra-clean algorithm with < -140 dB distortion
  • Simple and clean interface
  • Side chain input with full band/band limited modes
  • High-resolution spectrum analyzer
  • Eight compressor settings per band
Features
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KEY FEATURES 1. Ultra-clean algorithm. Less than -140 dB harmonic distortion across all settings 2. Clean and simple interface 3. Side chain input with full band and band limited modes 4. High-resolution spectrum analyser displays the input and output volume at each frequency ULTRA LOW DISTORTION COMPRESSOR ALGORITHM This unique envelope follower design ensures harmonic distortion of less than -140 dB for the full range of compressor settings. There is no cleaner compressor on the app store. SIDE CHAIN INPUT In host apps that support multi-input audio units you can use this app to achieve the pumping side chain effect typically heard in electronic dance music where the synth and other background instruments duck their volume in deference to the kick drum on every beat. The side chain input of this plugin has two modes. In full-spectrum mode each frequency band is compressed according to the volume of the full spectrum of sidechain input. In single-band mode each band is compressed based on the side chain level in only that frequency band itself. COMPRESSOR CONTROLS Each of up to four bands has eight compressor settings. They are input gain, output gain, attack time, release time, threshold, ratio, soft/hard knee, and wet mix.

About

TB MBC

This advanced audio processing tool offers a powerful multi-band compressor and analog saturator for iOS. Sculpt your sound with up to 12 configurable bands, each with dual compressor curves and saturation options. Achieve professional audio results with extensive features for detailed sound manipulation.

Highlights
  • Up to 12 configurable frequency bands
  • Dual compressor curves per band
  • Positive and negative saturation per band
  • External side chain support
  • Mid-side processing
  • Spectrum analyzer
  • AUv3 plugin
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TB MBC - the ultimate Multi-Band Compressor AUv3 plug-in TB MBC is a multi-band dynamics processor and analog saturator, providing a wealth of tools to sculpt your audio tracks. With up to 12 (!) fully configurable bands, 2 compressor curves per band, positive and negative saturation, and external side chain support, it is the most complete and versatile multi-band compressor available for iOS today. Features: - Up to 12 frequency bands! - Every band has two compressor curves - Upward and downward compression in each band - Positive and negative (expansive) saturation per band - Mid-side processing per band (for stereo input) - External side chain compression per band - Variable, positive and negative band linking per band - Manual or automatic, program-dependent release - Configurable compression knee and compression range parameters - Audition mode per band - 2nd order or 4th order cross-over network - Dry/wet mixing control for parallel / New York style compression - High Quality mode using internal oversampling - Spectrum analyser with various graphic presentation modes - Input and output gain parameters, and output digital VU meter - AUv3 with resizable UI and dozens of color themes to choose from - Preset management including import and export options - Undo, redo, A/B switching - High-quality output peak limiter What you should know: - Licenses acquired for this platform are not compatible with other platforms. - Audio Unit (AUv3) extensions require an iPad mini 2, iPad 4 or later models.

Screenshots

Multiband Compressor4 screens
TB MBC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TB MBC at 89% against Multiband Compressor's 33%. TB MBC also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.5). Multiband Compressor's advantage is price ($7.99 vs $9.99). On ratings volume, 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

Multiband Compressor costs $7.99 and TB MBC $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TB MBC holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Multiband Compressor's written reviews are positive against 89% of TB MBC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Multiband Compressor versus TB MBC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiband CompressorTB MBC
Price$7.99 — better$9.99
Rating3.5 (11 ratings)4.6 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1113 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlue Mangoo Consulting Company LimitedToneBoosters

Customer experience

Multiband Compressor

All ratings11 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative36.4%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%

TB MBC

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

In-app purchases

None

Multiband Compressor

No in-app purchases

None

TB MBC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Multiband Compressor free?
Multiband Compressor costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TB MBC free?
TB MBC costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Multiband Compressor or TB MBC?
TB MBC is rated higher. Multiband Compressor averages 3.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while TB MBC averages 4.6 from 13 ratings.
Do Multiband Compressor or TB MBC have ads?
Neither Multiband Compressor nor TB MBC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Multiband Compressor or TB MBC?
Multiband Compressor ships an update every 2 months, and TB MBC every 2 months. Most recently, Multiband Compressor was updated on September 11, 2026 and TB MBC on September 28, 2026.

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