# tapeRecorder vs Voice Loop

The clearest difference is monetization model: Voice Loop at free against tapeRecorder's paid. Voice Loop also leads on rating (2.6 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (23 vs 3). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

tapeRecorder costs $0.99 and Voice Loop $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Voice Loop holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Voice Loop has 23 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 29% of tapeRecorder's written reviews are positive against 26% of Voice Loop's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

tapeRecorder ships an update every 8 months, Voice Loop every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tapeRecorder | Voice Loop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taperecorder/id417483814/reviews) | **[2.6 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-loop/id438582795/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **23** |
| Positive reviews | **28.6% of reviews** | 26.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 months** | Every 13 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 2 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gianluca Natalini](https://appshunter.io/developer/348380792) | [Michael Bergen](https://appshunter.io/developer/438010308) |

## What reviewers say

### tapeRecorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taperecorder/id417483814)

This app transforms your device into a vintage-style audio recorder and music player. It allows for unlimited recordings and playback of your music library, with features like tape rewind and animation for an authentic retro experience.

**Highlights:** Unlimited audio recordings, Music playback from iTunes library, Karaoke recording feature, Retro tape rewind and fast forward, Animated tape reel simulation, iTunes File Sharing for backup

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Voice Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-loop/id438582795)

This app allows users to record and loop unlimited audio tracks, syncing them with a metronome or recording at any length. It offers playback control, track management, and the ability to merge recordings into a single file. Users can also share their creations via email.

**Highlights:** Unlimited audio track recording, A-B repeat looping, Synchronized looping with metronome, Custom tempo and measures, Merge tracks into one file, Email track sharing, Bluetooth support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for affirmations
- 👍 Great clarity & loop feature
- 👍 Easy to use for beginners
- 👍 Good for memorization
- 👍 Perfect for looping sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Accidental deletes are too easy
- 🐛 No trash folder for deleted recordings
- 🐛 Bluetooth playback issues
- 🐛 Cannot save recordings
- 🐛 App crashes frequently

**Reported bugs**

- Lost recordings due to accidental swipe
- App crashes upon merging tracks
- App won't open after updates or merging
- Microphone access not requested, app unusable
- Recordings disappear after closing and reopening app

**Requested features**

- Add editing functions (join, shorten, lengthen tracks)
- Implement a trash folder or two-step delete verification
- Ability to make playlists
- Add a count-in before recording
- Improve Bluetooth compatibility


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tapeRecorder free?

tapeRecorder costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Voice Loop free?

Voice Loop costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, tapeRecorder or Voice Loop?

Voice Loop is rated higher. tapeRecorder averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Voice Loop averages 2.6 from 23 ratings.

### Do tapeRecorder or Voice Loop have ads?

Neither tapeRecorder nor Voice Loop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, tapeRecorder or Voice Loop?

tapeRecorder ships an update every 8 months, and Voice Loop every 13 months. Most recently, tapeRecorder was updated on September 22, 2026 and Voice Loop on September 29, 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.*