# EZMP3 Player vs Audio Archive Player

The clearest difference is rating: Audio Archive Player at 5.0 against EZMP3 Player's 3.4. Audio Archive Player also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). EZMP3 Player's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (63 vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EZMP3 Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Audio Archive Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

Audio Archive Player holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EZMP3 Player has 63 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of EZMP3 Player's written reviews are positive against 100% of Audio Archive Player's.

EZMP3 Player ships an update every 2 weeks, Audio Archive Player every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EZMP3 Player | Audio Archive Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ezmp3-player/id449810822/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-archive-player/id1100079841/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **63** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 69.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 37 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [YOO JIN NO](https://appshunter.io/developer/445253368) | [Sergey Shapovalov](https://appshunter.io/developer/318553649) |

## What reviewers say

### EZMP3 Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ezmp3-player/id449810822)

This application allows you to play various audio file formats directly on your device without needing to sync with iTunes. Easily transfer music via Wi-Fi, cast to other devices, and manage your library with features like playlists and bookmarks.

**Highlights:** Plays MP3, M4A, FLAC, WAV, No iTunes sync required, Wi-Fi file transfer, Chromecast and Airplay support, Create playlists, Bookmark favorite songs, Sleep timer

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EZMP3 Pro Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient file transfer
- 👍 Useful for bypassing iTunes
- 👍 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with file organization and sorting
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming playback
- 🔋 Ads can be intrusive
- 🐛 Wireless transfer not always reliable

**Reported bugs**

- Wireless transfer button disappearing
- Playback issues with certain audio formats
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add search functionality
- Improve folder/playlist management
- Enhance audio playback controls
- Provide better integration with existing music libraries


### Audio Archive Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-archive-player/id1100079841)

Organize and play your digital audio files exactly as they are stored on your hard drive. This simple player respects your folder hierarchy without attempting to parse metadata, offering a straightforward way to access your legacy music collection.

**Highlights:** Plays music based on folder structure, No metadata parsing, Transfer audio archives directly, Select individual tracks or folders to play, Four color schemes for interface, Removes unplayable files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EZMP3 Player free?

EZMP3 Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Audio Archive Player free?

Audio Archive Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EZMP3 Player or Audio Archive Player?

Audio Archive Player is rated higher. EZMP3 Player averages 3.4 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while Audio Archive Player averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do EZMP3 Player or Audio Archive Player have ads?

EZMP3 Player shows ads; Audio Archive Player does not.

### Which is updated more often, EZMP3 Player or Audio Archive Player?

EZMP3 Player ships an update every 2 weeks, and Audio Archive Player every 12 months. Most recently, EZMP3 Player was updated on November 1, 2026 and Audio Archive Player on November 2, 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.*