Comparison

VocaLive vs V

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

Head to head
About

VocaLive

This app provides singers with professional vocal effects, practice tools, and recording capabilities. It offers real-time processing, customizable effect chains, and microphone emulations for enhanced vocal performance and production.

Highlights
  • 12 real-time professional vocal effects
  • Customizable 4-processor effect chains
  • Voice Cancel for sing-along tracks
  • 2-track recorder (expandable to 8-track)
  • Mic Room with 20 microphone emulations
  • Live Mode for stage performance
  • 4-track looper
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VocaLive provides singers and vocalists with a suite of 12 real-time professional vocal effects, along with a range of tools to help you practice, sing and record. The effects can be combined into a chain of 4 processors and saved as presets. A collection of 55 presets is included to get you up and running immediately. VocaLive for iPhone includes 12 vocal effects: Pitch Fix (for tuning or stylized FX), Choir, Morph, Reverb, De-Esser, Delay, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Chorus, Phazer and Envelope Filter plus a vocal Double effect available via registration. Together these effects provide unparalleled creative processing power. With VocaLive you can process your voice, sing along to any song in your iTunes Music library — its Voice Cancel feature lets you remove existing vocals — and warm up with helpful vocal warm-up tools. Use the new 2-track recorder to sing over backing tracks, or expand the studio section (available via in-app purchase) to record whole songs. With the optional Mic Room feature, VocaLive also gives you the sound and color of 20 classic and modern studio microphone emulations, for even more control over your vocal tone. Ready to perform? VocaLive’s new Live Mode offers an optimized GUI specifically for live use. See your entire chain at a glance, with all the settings and controls you need in an easy-to-read format designed for the stage. Plus VocaLive offers an optional 4-track looper to easily create songs, harmonies and more on the fly. For best quality, use VocaLive with IK’s iRig Mic range of microphones, from handheld to studio condenser mic. Or connect your favorite 3rd party mic using our iRig Pre interfaces. But you can also have fun with it and record quick ideas using the built-in microphone on your iPhone or earbuds. Control your virtual rig just as easily as you would a traditional vocal multiFX with new iRig Stomp I/O integration, so you can change presets, control effects and more right from your feet. Or go wireless with iRig Blueboard, a wireless Bluetooth controller for basic control on the go. VocaLive also supports Core Audio and Core MIDI so you can use any compatible third-party interface or MIDI controller, and Audiobus and Inter-App Audio compatible, letting you use it alongside your favorite recording or songwriting apps. VocaLive for iPhone features: • Real time vocal processor + recording app • 4-processor vocal effects chain • 12 professional studio-quality effects included • Mic Room microphone with 20 classic and modern studio mic emulations* • Includes metronome and vocal warm-up tools • 4-track looper section* • 2-track recorder (expandable to a full 8-track recording studio*) • Import and play songs directly from your Music library or computer • Voice Cancel lets you create sing-along backing tracks by removing the vocal track from existing recordings • Simultaneous multi-track recording • Studio section (included with Recorder) with waveform visualization and editing, touch-and-drag looping, normalization, punch-in/punch-out recording, simultaneous multi-track recording support and more • AutoFreeze (allows each track to have its own full effects chain) • Live Mode shows you your entire rig at a glance, with all the parameters you need on stage easily accessible • 55 presets included with 4 Favorites for fast recall • MIDI controllable and with built-in integration for iRig Stomp I/O, iRig Blueboard and other controllers • Audiobus & Inter-App Audio support * available via in-app purchase IMPORTANT: AmpliTube users can add the effects processors from VocaLive to their AmpliTube app using the “Restore my purchases” option in the in-app menu. For more information: www.ikmultimedia.com/vocaliveiphone Accessories information: www.ikmultimedia.com

About

V

Transform your mobile device into a professional electronic keyboard with ultra-low latency and high-quality audio. Explore a rich library of styles and voices, and adapt your playing with multiple chord fingering modes. Connect external MIDI controllers for an enhanced music-making experience.

Highlights
  • Ultra-low latency and high-quality audio
  • Rich library of styles and instrument voices
  • Multiple chord fingering modes
  • MIDI controller support
  • Realistic sampled instrument sounds
Features
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Professional Electronic Keyboard App Right on Your Mobile Device Transform your smartphone or tablet into a feature-packed electronic keyboard. Whether you are a beginner learning your first notes or a seasoned musician performing on the go, this app delivers an authentic, versatile, and high-performance music-making experience wherever you are. Key Features: Ultra-Low Latency & High-Quality Audio: Advanced audio processing ensures instantaneous key response with crisp, studio-grade sound quality that feels just like playing a physical instrument. Rich Library of Styles & Voices: Fuel your creativity with a vast collection of dynamic rhythm styles across multiple genres and a rich array of realistically sampled instrument voices. Multiple Chord Fingering Modes: Effortlessly adapt your playing with flexible chord recognition modes (Single Finger, Fingered, Full Keyboard, and more) tailored to all skill levels. MIDI Controller Support: Seamlessly connect external MIDI keyboards and controllers via USB or Bluetooth to use your mobile device as a powerful sound module. Download now to kickstart your musical journey and start creating your own tunes today!

Screenshots

VocaLive4 screens
V4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: V at 100% against VocaLive's 41%. V also leads on price (Free vs $24.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). VocaLive's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On device support 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

V is free to download; VocaLive costs $24.99 up front. VocaLive sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. V asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VocaLive ships an update every 8 months, V every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
VocaLive versus V: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVocaLiveV
Price$24.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB151 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIK Multimedia US, LLCDuong Nguyen Van

Customer experience

VocaLive

Written reviews287 reviews
Positive41.5%
Neutral12.9%
Negative45.6%

V

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

VocaLive

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • App crashes on iOS 15 and later versions
  • Crashes on launch or when opening studio section
  • Distorted and crackling audio during recording
  • App fails to load on iPhone 6 Plus and newer devices
  • In-app purchases not recognized or require constant restoration
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  • Export produces files with no sound
  • Bluetooth and aux jack connectivity issues
  • Glitchy track arming/disarming with loud blasts
  • Stuttering and skipping during recording
  • Loss of recorded data without warning
  • Noise and feedback issues with iRig connection
  • Mono monitoring instead of stereo
  • App not compatible with current Audiobus SDK versions
  • Character recognition issues (% and # symbols)
  • Inconsistent song sorting across devices
  • Reverb effects stopped working

Requested features

15 requests
  • iPad-optimized version with landscape support
  • Undo/redo functionality for recordings
  • Multiple simultaneous effects in chain
  • Audio copy/paste for DAW integration
  • Better GarageBand and Audiobus compatibility
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  • Bluetooth headset support
  • 24-bit export via file sharing
  • Loop recording while performing
  • Track editing and splicing capabilities
  • Improved export options (multiple formats)
  • Universal app pricing across devices
  • Autotune effect
  • Apple AirPods Pro support
  • Count-in before recording
  • Third-party hardware interface support

V

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

VocaLive

One-time6
  • External Control$5.99
  • Looper$14.99
  • Mic Pack$14.99
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  • Recorder$19.99
  • Studio$19.99
  • Recorder + Studio$24.99
None

V

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VocaLive free?
VocaLive costs $24.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is V free?
V is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VocaLive or V have ads?
V shows ads; VocaLive does not.
Which is updated more often, VocaLive or V?
VocaLive ships an update every 8 months, and V every 3 days. Most recently, VocaLive was updated on November 7, 2026 and V on October 31, 2026.

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