VariSpeed vs RunOut for Discogs
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VariSpeed
This app simulates a classic tape echo machine, replicating the functionality of a specific vintage hardware unit. It allows for variable delay times by altering the speed of the tape mechanism.
- Classic tape echo simulation
- Variable delay time
- AUv3 plugin compatibility
- Replicates vintage hardware
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Please note: this is an AUv3 plugin that can be used with compatible host Apps. GSi VariSpeed is a simulation of the WEM Copicat IC-400 Belt Drive VariSpeed model, the first tape echo machine made by WEM with a DC capstan motor capable of changing speed, thus varying the delay time. GSi VariSpeed replicates the hardware instrument “as is” with all its pros and cons, without any additional feature. This can be considered as the second chapter of a tribute to the genius of Mr. Charlie Watkins that GSi began back in 2008 with the release of the freeware "WatKat", which was a simulation of the "Custom Copicat".
RunOut for Discogs
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RunOut is a fast, focused tool for vinyl collectors and crate diggers. Search Discogs by catalog number, barcode, or text — and see at a glance whether a release is already in your collection. Built by record collectors, for record collectors. No bloat, no social feed, no ads. Just search, identify, and log records — quickly enough to use in a busy record store. Key features: * SEARCH FAST Look up releases by catalog number, barcode, or free text. Instant local search across your cached collection runs in parallel with the Discogs API. * KNOW WHAT YOU OWN Owned releases are highlighted at the top of every search result. Spot a duplicate before you buy. Find that pressing variation you've been hunting. * BARCODE SCANNER Use your iPhone camera to scan a record's barcode and jump straight to the matching Discogs release. * ADD ON THE SPOT Log a new record with media condition, sleeve condition, and personal notes — all in a few taps. Set defaults for the folder and conditions you use most. * POWERFUL FILTERS Narrow down releases by format, size (12", 7", 10"), year, country, and label. Multi-select everything. * YOUR COLLECTION, YOUR WAY Browse your full collection in list or grid view. Sort by artist, year, or title. Add private fields per release — purchase price, tags, custom notes — encrypted and synced across devices. * WANTLIST INTEGRATION See your Discogs wantlist, mark items as wanted from any search result, and check off purchases as you make them. * OFFLINE-READY Your collection is cached locally, so search works even without a connection. New releases sync the next time you're online. * LIGHT & DARK Pick the look that suits your record store lighting. REQUIREMENTS RunOut needs a free Discogs account and a personal API token to read your collection. The token is stored locally on your device — RunOut never sees it. Setup takes about 30 seconds; the in-app guide walks you through it. ABOUT RunOut is built by Linri AB. The same app is available as a free progressive web app at app.runout.io. Privacy policy: app.runout.io/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: RunOut for Discogs at Free against VariSpeed's $11.99. RunOut for Discogs also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 41 months) and device support (3 vs 1). VariSpeed's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On 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
RunOut for Discogs is free to download; VariSpeed costs $11.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VariSpeed ships an update every 41 months, RunOut for Discogs every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VariSpeed | RunOut for Discogs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $11.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.9 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 41 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Genuine Soundware | Linri AB |
In-app purchases
VariSpeed
No in-app purchases
RunOut for Discogs
No in-app purchases
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