# Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab vs WavePad Master's Edition

The clearest difference is monetization model: WavePad Master's Edition at free with in-app purchases against Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab's subscription. WavePad Master's Edition also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 45%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5). Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab's advantage is ratings volume (1.3K vs 84). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month and WavePad Master's Edition sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab against 4.4 for WavePad Master's Edition. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab has 1.3K ratings behind it against 84, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab's written reviews are positive against 57% of WavePad Master's Edition's.

Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab ships an update every 3 weeks, WavePad Master's Edition every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab | WavePad Master's Edition |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-editor-multitrack-lab/id1589559510/reviews) | **[4.4 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavepad-masters-edition/id1590569489/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 84 |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | **57.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 54 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tsovinar Popova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559849040) | [NCH Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/349888537) |

## What reviewers say

### Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-editor-multitrack-lab/id1589559510)

This app is a comprehensive audio studio for creating podcasts, music, and voice recordings. It offers multitrack recording, extensive editing tools, and a variety of audio effects to enhance your sound. Save your work in multiple formats and manage projects efficiently.

**Highlights:** Multitrack recording and editing, Unlimited high-quality recording, Basic and advanced editing tools, Pitch and speed changer, Stereo expander and normalization, Various audio effects and 12-band equalizer, Project saving and multiple export formats

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Edit Song - Mixer & MP3 Cutter | $9.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Useful audio editing features
- 👍 Good quality of exported audio

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔧 Confusing and unintuitive interface
- 💰 Expensive premium features

**Reported bugs**

- Music and files disappearing from the app
- Static noise and audio distortion
- Inability to save or export recordings

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust individual track speeds
- Better tutorial and documentation
- More free audio effects and tools


### WavePad Master's Edition

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavepad-masters-edition/id1590569489)

This audio editing tool lets you record, modify, and enhance voice or music. It offers professional editing features like cutting, pasting, and applying effects to achieve high-quality sound. Ideal for on-the-go professionals needing to store and share audio.

**Highlights:** Record voice or music, Cut, copy, paste, trim audio, Apply effects like amplify and echo, Supports multiple file formats, Autotrim and voice activated recording, Background recording, Google Drive/Dropbox integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Full Features (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Full monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlock All Features | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab free?

Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is WavePad Master's Edition free?

WavePad Master's Edition is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab or WavePad Master's Edition?

WavePad Master's Edition is rated higher. Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while WavePad Master's Edition averages 4.4 from 84 ratings.

### Do Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab or WavePad Master's Edition have ads?

Neither Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab nor WavePad Master's Edition shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab or WavePad Master's Edition?

Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab ships an update every 3 weeks, and WavePad Master's Edition every 5 weeks. Most recently, Audio Editor, Multitrack Lab was updated on October 15, 2026 and WavePad Master's Edition on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*