JAX MASTERING vs Things
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JAX MASTERING
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Please note, that AudioUnits (AUv3) require a supporting host application to perform. The MBC Pro is a multi band / master bus audio processor (companders), suitable for mastering. Parallel analog modeled filters split the audio stream into 5 freely adjustable bands, on which the 5 dynamic processors will perform action in parallel - each wit its own set of parameters - or linked together. Input and output is stereo, parallel processing for each frequency band (mix with the original) is possible. The effect processors now have zero latency. A PDF manual is included with the app : https://audio.digitster.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/JAX-MASTERING-MBC-Pro.pdf This app is truly 'universal', meaning, unit is available for: - MacOS (Silicon) - iOS (iPhone) - iPadOS (iPads) - visionOS (Apple Vision Pro)
Things
This dynamic wavefolder plugin offers subtle to extreme saturation, inspired by classic diode-based circuits. It features an envelope follower, filters, and adjustable feedback for diverse sound design.
- Dynamic wavefolding
- Envelope follower
- Low-pass and high-pass filters
- Adjustable feedback
- Diode-based circuit inspiration
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Things - Fold is a versatile wavefolder plugin designed for both subtle and extreme dynamic saturation. Inspired by the legendary Serge Wave Multipliers, known for their classic diode-based circuit design, Fold combines wavefolding with an envelope follower, low-pass and high-pass filters, and adjustable feedback. This combination allows for a wide range of creative sound design possibilities, from gentle harmonics to crunchy distorted sounds.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Things at every 9 months against JAX MASTERING's every 25 months. Things also leads on price ($6.99 vs $9.99). On ads, in-app purchases, 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
JAX MASTERING costs $9.99 and Things $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
JAX MASTERING ships an update every 25 months, Things every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JAX MASTERING | Things |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | $6.99 — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 13 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | Every 9 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jens Guell | AudioThing Ltd. |
In-app purchases
JAX MASTERING
No in-app purchases
Things
No in-app purchases








