Comparison

VocaLive CS vs EX16

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

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About

VocaLive CS

This app provides singers with 12 professional real-time vocal effects, including pitch correction and reverb. It offers practice tools, a 2-track recorder, and the ability to sing along to music with vocal removal. Additional features like microphone emulations and a looper are available through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • 12 real-time professional vocal effects
  • 4-processor effects chain with presets
  • Voice Cancel for sing-along tracks
  • 2-track recorder (expandable)
  • Mic Room microphone emulations
  • 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 CS for iPhone comes with the Reverb effect, and upon registration the Double effect is unlocked. You can add 10 additional effects à la carte from a selection that includes Pitch Fix (for tuning or stylized FX), Choir, Morph, De-Esser, Delay, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Chorus, Phazer and Envelope Filter. 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 CS for iPhone features: • Real time vocal processor + recording app • 4-processor vocal effects chain • 12 professional studio-quality effects available - 2 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 • Full version available * 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

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EX16

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1、16路MIC输入(独立48V幻想电源开关),1组数字输入,光纤输入输出 2、每路输入独立5段参量EQ可调,高低通滤波器任意分频 3、自带声卡/MP3,支持U盘播放、录音 4、8路混音信号输出 5、每路输出独立11段参量EQ可调,高低通滤波器任意分频 6、内置2路独立效果器 7、集成反馈功能 8、中英文界面显示,支持PC/iPad有线无线远程控制 9、4.3寸高清电容触摸屏显示

Screenshots

VocaLive CS4 screens
EX163 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EX16 at none against VocaLive CS's 10. On price, update cadence, ads and 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

Both are free to download. VocaLive CS sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. EX16 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VocaLive CS ships an update every 8 months, EX16 every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
VocaLive CS versus EX16: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVocaLive CSEX16
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews39.5% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIK Multimedia US, LLC科 李

Bugs and requests

VocaLive CS

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Recording quality issues with certain devices
  • Effects not working as expected after updates
  • Inability to delete recorded tracks
  • Login/registration problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add wireless support for headphones/mics
  • Improve song export and sharing options
  • Provide better documentation and tutorials
  • Implement regular app updates and bug fixes

EX16

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

VocaLive CS

One-time10
  • Delay$4.99
  • Parametric Equalizer$4.99
  • Compressor$4.99
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  • Pitch Fix$5.99
  • Choir$5.99
  • Morph$5.99
  • Mic Pack$14.99
  • Recorder$19.99
  • Recorder + Studio$24.99
  • All FX Pack$24.99
None

EX16

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VocaLive CS free?
VocaLive CS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EX16 free?
EX16 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VocaLive CS or EX16 have ads?
Neither VocaLive CS nor EX16 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VocaLive CS or EX16?
VocaLive CS ships an update every 8 months, and EX16 every 11 months. Most recently, VocaLive CS was updated on October 21, 2026 and EX16 on October 26, 2026.

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