Comparison

JAX MASTERING vs Things

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

Head to head
About

JAX MASTERING

Features
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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)

About

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.

Highlights
  • Dynamic wavefolding
  • Envelope follower
  • Low-pass and high-pass filters
  • Adjustable feedback
  • Diode-based circuit inspiration
Features
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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.

Screenshots

JAX MASTERING4 screens
Things1 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

JAX MASTERING costs $9.99 and Things $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
JAX MASTERING versus Things: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJAX MASTERINGThings
Price$9.99$6.99 — better
Rating—5.0 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 9 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJens GuellAudioThing Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

JAX MASTERING

No in-app purchases

None

Things

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JAX MASTERING free?
JAX MASTERING costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Things free?
Things costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do JAX MASTERING or Things have ads?
Neither JAX MASTERING nor Things shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JAX MASTERING or Things?
JAX MASTERING ships an update every 25 months, and Things every 9 months. Most recently, JAX MASTERING was updated on October 12, 2026 and Things on October 24, 2026.

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