Comparison

Recorder Plus vs Audio Editor

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

Head to head
About

Recorder Plus

Record, edit, and transcribe audio with unlimited length. Features include cut, copy, paste, undo/redo, and cloud backup. Enhance audio with effects and convert speech to text.

Highlights
  • Unlimited recording time
  • Audio editing (cut, copy, paste)
  • Cloud backup (iCloud, Google Drive)
  • Speech to text transcription
  • Audio effects (tempo, pitch, noise reduction)
  • Text to speech synthesis
Features
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After nearly ten years of improvement, Recorder Plus has evolved into a simple, easy-to-use and powerful recorder - download now for FREE! Record: There is no limitation on recording time length and times. You can record as long as you want and as many times as you want. It's only up to the storage and battery power of your iPhone/iPad. And you can add markers when recording. Edit: (In-App purchase) Cut, Copy, Paste, even between different recordings. Undo, Redo, and you can get back original file easily. Add markers and notes for the markers. Import audio file from other apps or from Cloud drive. Security: Backup recordings automatically to your iCloud drive or Google Drive. So your recordings will be safe even if your iPhone/iPad get lost. And you can set iCloud as preferred storage in the app, so you can access all recordings on other devices(iPhone/iPad). Share: Share recordings by Email, Messages, other apps, cloud drive(iCloud drive, Dropbox, GoogleDrive, OneDrive, Box...). Also you can download recordings by USB cable or WiFi sync. Effect:(Subscription needed) Tempo, Pitch, Gain, Noise reduction, Background music Yes, this app is not only a recorder, but also a powerful audio editor. Audio synthesis: Text to speech support for 38 countries with 54 voices. Speech to text: Transcribe English speech to text. More information about subscription($4.99/year): 1.Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 2.Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. 3.Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase Terms of use: https://recorderplus.com/termsofuse.html Privacy Policy: https://recorderplus.com/privacy.html

About

Audio Editor

Edit audio files with a powerful yet user-friendly tool. Record, cut, paste, and apply effects to create professional-sounding mixes. Share your creations or save them for later use.

Highlights
  • Audio recording and editing
  • Cut, paste, and mix audio
  • Apply music effects
  • Professional audio quality settings
  • Import and export sound files
  • Share audio creations
Features
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Edit your favorite songs, change the way you send voice notes, record audios in a professional way, and edit any audio in your device, with an easy to use-yet powerful tool that will make your audios more stunning than ever before. • Editing your audios is just as easy as cutting, pasting, and using your creativity to create amazing masterpieces. • Record audio directly from the app, and add them to your favorite songs with just a tap on the screen. • Add music effects to your recordings, and edit your audios like a professional. • Save your mixes directly in the app, or download them to your phone, and use it whenever necessary. • Change the quality of your recordings, and give a professional style to your music. • Share your creations with your friends, and let them know your musical ability. • Import and export sound from your phone, and make your creations as complete as you want. Easily edit your audio files with the most professional style. Take your favorite songs to the next level, and create your favorite mixes with nothing but your imagination! Your passion for music, and the professional tools that Audio Editor brings directly to the palm of your hand. 1. Title of publication or service: Audio Editor PRO. 2. Length of subscription & Price of subscription, and price per unit if appropriate: - Monthly (First 3 day free trial) 3. Price of subscription: - 3 day free trial then $9.99 per month - 3 day free trial then $49.99 per year 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can turn of the auto-renew subscription from iPhone setting 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. 8. Privacy Policy: https://giantbrainsllc.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/ 9. Terms of use: https://giantbrainsllc.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/ 10. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication where applicable 11. Audio Editor adds new features above and are available through an auto-renewing subscription. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of your current subscription, and you can cancel anytime a subscription during the active period. You can manage your subscription, either by viewing your account in iTunes from your Mac or PC, or Account Settings on your device after purchase.

Screenshots

Recorder Plus3 screens
Audio Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Recorder Plus at 4.8 against Audio Editor's 4.3. Recorder Plus also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 69%). Audio Editor's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (12K vs 3.8K). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Recorder Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Audio Editor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Recorder Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.8K and 12K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Recorder Plus's written reviews are positive against 69% of Audio Editor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Recorder Plus ships an update every 4 weeks, Audio Editor every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Recorder Plus versus Audio Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRecorder PlusAudio Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.8K ratings) — better4.3 (12K ratings)
Positive reviews82.5% of reviews — better69.3% of reviews
Number of ratings3.8K12K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB115 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperTurbokey StudioGiant Brains

Customer experience

Recorder Plus

All ratings3,778 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews291 reviews
Positive82.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative14.8%

Audio Editor

All ratings12,143 ratings
Positive80.8%
Neutral6.0%
Negative13.2%
Written reviews433 reviews
Positive69.3%
Neutral7.2%
Negative23.6%

User reviews

Recorder Plus

From 3.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Great recording quality
  • 💡 Useful features like loop playback
  • 🔒 Reliable and stable
  • 👍 Intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Subscription required for some features
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and recording issues
  • 🔒 Paid version required for full functionality
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 🐛 Difficulty accessing/restoring old recordings

Audio Editor

From 12K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎨 Helpful for creating music
  • 🎶 Good audio quality
  • 🤖 Useful AI features

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited free features
  • 🤑 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Glitches and crashes
  • 🤯 Confusing interface

Bugs and requests

Recorder Plus

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recordings not saving properly
  • App freezing or crashing on launch
  • Microphone not working in some cases

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add landscape mode support for tablets
  • Implement iCloud/cloud sync for recordings
  • Improve file management and organization
  • Provide better integration with other apps

Audio Editor

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recording cuts off unexpectedly
  • Inability to delete pre-loaded audio
  • Frequent prompts to leave a review

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow importing custom audio
  • More editing tools and controls
  • Background playback during recording
  • Save and export options

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Recorder Plus

Subscriptions1
  • Effect Pack3 Days trial2 variants$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • 20 hours transcribe service$4.99
10 purchases

Audio Editor

Subscriptions10
  • Audio Editor: Weekly Plan.3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Audio Editor: Monthly Plan.1 Month trial$9.991 Month
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  • Lite Monthly Trial3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pro Monthly1 Month trial$29.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Audio Editor: Yearly Plan.3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Lite Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Recorder Plus free?
Recorder Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Audio Editor free?
Audio Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Recorder Plus or Audio Editor?
Recorder Plus is rated higher. Recorder Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Audio Editor averages 4.3 from 12K ratings.
Do Recorder Plus or Audio Editor have ads?
Recorder Plus shows ads; Audio Editor does not.
Which is updated more often, Recorder Plus or Audio Editor?
Recorder Plus ships an update every 4 weeks, and Audio Editor every 3 weeks. Most recently, Recorder Plus was updated on November 6, 2026 and Audio Editor on November 9, 2026.

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