Comparison

LivePlayback vs ECHO

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

Head to head
About

LivePlayback

This audio player is designed for live events, specifically for theatrical productions requiring precise track control. It allows users to set cue points for seamless transitions and offers flexible playback and repeat modes.

Highlights
  • Optimized for live event audio playback
  • Stop playback after each track
  • Add CUE points to jump to specific positions
  • Multiple play modes (Continue All, Continue Cue, Continue OFF)
  • Multiple repeat modes (Repeat OFF, Repeat One, Repeat CUE)
Features
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Optimized audio player for live events. Especially for playbacks in musicals, where playback has to be stopped after each track. You can add CUE points to jump to chosen positions in the tracks. play-modes: (Continue All / Continue Cue / Continue OFF). repeat-modes: (Repeat OFF, Repeat One, Repeat CUE).

About

ECHO

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ECHO-TERZA is an advanced microtonal MIDI controller designed for musicians, composers, and performers exploring alternative tuning systems and intelligent harmonization. With its professional TERZA engine for seconda/terza voices, a powerful microtonal system, and a full suite of routing and performance tools, ECHO-TERZA opens new creative possibilities for modern music production and live performance. Key Features * TERZA Engine – Professional seconda/terza harmonization for any synth. * Auto Chord Detection – Intelligent chord recognition with automatic preset switching. * MINOR HARM System – Three modes: Natural Minor, Harmonic Minor, Hijazskiar scale. * Poly / Mono Modes – Poly: full harmonization · Mono: seconda via separate channel. * Microtonal Engine – Precise pitch bend control with custom scales. * Dual System (BOTH) – Run TERZA + Microtonal simultaneously for advanced harmony. * Transpose System – Real-time transpose with chord detection compensation. * MIDI Learn Pro – Fast & Normal modes with smart routing automation. * Auto Sound Detection – Smart Mono/Poly switching via Portamento CC. * Advanced Presets – TERZA, Scale, and Combi presets with flexible toggles. * Custom Scales – Create and save your own microtonal scales. * Universal Connectivity – Works with all synths · Bluetooth MIDI supported. * Trigger Button Mapping – Flexible trigger button mapping for live setups. * Sound Manager – Full sound management and quick switching. * Auto Sound Recognition – Intelligent sound detection for streamlined workflow. * Multi-Channel Output – Multiple output channels for studio and live rigs. * Smart MIDI Routing – Intelligent routing that simplifies complex setups. * Switch-Toggle Mode – Choose between momentary or toggle trigger behavior. * Note Range Control – Define MIDI note ranges for split keyboards. * Latency Control – Fine-tune timing to fit any setup. * Volume Control – Precise per-channel/trigger volume adjustment. Why Use It ECHO-TERZA is more than just a controller – it’s a harmonization and microtonal system that: * Integrates seamlessly with DAWs, AUM, Audiobus, and hardware synths. * Delivers seconda/terza voices and microtonality without external modules. * Sets up fast with MIDI Learn Pro and stays stable in live performance. Credits Designed & Developed by * Giannis Tsotsis – Developer * Georgios Tsotsis – Designer © 2025 ECHOPAIS MIDI System · All rights reserved.

Screenshots

LivePlayback1 screens
ECHO2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LivePlayback at $4.99 against ECHO's $129.99. LivePlayback also leads on iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15). ECHO's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 16 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

LivePlayback costs $4.99 and ECHO $129.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LivePlayback ships an update every 16 months, ECHO every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LivePlayback versus ECHO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLivePlaybackECHO
Price$4.99 — better$129.99
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.1 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin LangeGentian Coci

In-app purchases

None

LivePlayback

No in-app purchases

None

ECHO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LivePlayback free?
LivePlayback costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ECHO free?
ECHO costs $129.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do LivePlayback or ECHO have ads?
Neither LivePlayback nor ECHO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LivePlayback or ECHO?
LivePlayback ships an update every 16 months, and ECHO every 2 weeks. Most recently, LivePlayback was updated on June 1, 2026 and ECHO on September 8, 2026.

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