# tipSkip 2 vs ListPlayer

The clearest difference is rating: ListPlayer at 5.0 against tipSkip 2's 3.0. ListPlayer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). tipSkip 2's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. tipSkip 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ListPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ListPlayer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 4 respectively.

tipSkip 2 ships an update monthly, ListPlayer every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tipSkip 2 | ListPlayer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tipskip-2/id445221794/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listplayer/id1416708916/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 66.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 42 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BusyBytes GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1163595728) | [Amelus UG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883480914) |

## What reviewers say

### tipSkip 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tipskip-2/id445221794)

Control music playback on your device with simple knocks. Skip tracks, pause, and fast forward without touching your phone, even with gloves or when it's in your pocket. Customize knock actions and sensitivity for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Knock to skip tracks, Knock to pause music, Spotify integration, Customizable knock actions, Adjustable sensitivity, Fast forward/backward options

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Developer support | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive tap/knock gesture controls
- 🎵 Works well with music playback
- 💡 Innovative hands-free music control
- 🚀 Useful for active situations (running, gym, driving)
- 🎧 Great for shower and outdoor activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable gesture detection
- 🔒 Doesn't work when phone is locked
- 🔋 Battery drain from screen-on requirement
- 📱 Poor iPhone 5/6 optimization
- 🌍 Requires GPS/location services

**Reported bugs**

- tipSkip Error when accessing playlists
- Error getting STPlaylistSnapshot
- App crashes on startup or when clicking purchased
- Taps not registering or registering inconsistently
- Pause command triggers skip/rewind instead

**Requested features**

- Work when phone screen is locked
- Support for Spotify Radio and Pandora
- Album playback, not just playlists
- Search songs functionality
- Clapping gesture recognition


### ListPlayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listplayer/id1416708916)

Enhance your music listening experience with a powerful tool designed to manage and play songs from your existing playlists. This app offers a faster and simpler way to organize your music compared to the default player.

**Highlights:** Playlist sorting, Fast playback, Easy interface, Music management, Internal player alternative

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tipSkip 2 free?

tipSkip 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ListPlayer free?

ListPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, tipSkip 2 or ListPlayer?

ListPlayer is rated higher. tipSkip 2 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while ListPlayer averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do tipSkip 2 or ListPlayer have ads?

Neither tipSkip 2 nor ListPlayer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, tipSkip 2 or ListPlayer?

tipSkip 2 ships an update monthly, and ListPlayer every 9 months. Most recently, tipSkip 2 was updated on October 23, 2026 and ListPlayer on October 21, 2026.

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