# Studio for Podcast vs Ferrite Recording Studio

The clearest difference is update cadence: Studio for Podcast at every 11 days against Ferrite Recording Studio's every 2 months. Studio for Podcast also leads on ratings volume (6.8K vs 976) and review sentiment (78% vs 69%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Studio for Podcast sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Ferrite Recording Studio sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Studio for Podcast against 4.6 for Ferrite Recording Studio. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Studio for Podcast has 6.8K ratings behind it against 976, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Studio for Podcast's written reviews are positive against 69% of Ferrite Recording Studio's.

Studio for Podcast ships an update every 11 days, Ferrite Recording Studio every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Studio for Podcast | Ferrite Recording Studio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studio-for-podcast/id585625596/reviews)** | [4.6 (976 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ferrite-recording-studio/id1018780185/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 976 |
| Positive reviews | **78.2% of reviews** | 68.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Spreaker Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/875810732) | [Wooji Juice Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/284937604) |

## What reviewers say

### Studio for Podcast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studio-for-podcast/id585625596)

Create, record, edit, publish, and analyze professional-sounding podcasts directly from your device. This app offers a user-friendly interface for all skill levels, with features for on-the-go podcasting and one-tap distribution to major platforms.

**Highlights:** Record audio on the go, Trim and crop audio, One-tap distribution to major platforms, Real-time statistics and analytics, Upload and schedule content, Experiment with mic controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| On-Air Talent | $7.99 | per month |
| Broadcaster | $19.99 | per month |
| Anchorman | $49.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward podcast creation
- 💡 Ability to add music and effects
- 🚀 Simple interface
- 👍 Great for beginners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🔒 Paywall for longer recordings
- 🐛 Freezing/crashing issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with external hardware
- 🐛 Unreliable upload/sync functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Microphone not working consistently
- Recordings not saving properly
- Sync issues between mobile and desktop
- Frequent app crashes

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit/trim recordings
- More sound effects and customization options
- Improved integration with music libraries
- Skype/remote guest integration
- Backup/export functionality for recordings


### Ferrite Recording Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ferrite-recording-studio/id1018780185)

This app offers a professional audio recording and multi-track editing studio for podcasts, journalism, and voiceovers. It combines simple recording with powerful editing tools, effects, and automation for polished audio production.

**Highlights:** One-tap recording, Multi-track editing, Bookmark moments during recording, Undo/Redo history, Automatic ducking, Strip Silence, Noise Reduction & EQ effects

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ferrite 2 Pro to Ferrite 3 Pro | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ferrite 3 Pro | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful audio editing features
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Excellent noise reduction and audio processing
- 💻 Great for podcast recording and editing
- 🎨 Versatile for music production and voice recordings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔇 Limited functionality for external microphones
- 💰 Expensive for some users, especially with in-app purchases
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for beginners
- 📂 Lacking advanced file management features

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening the app after recent updates
- Recording sometimes does not work with external mics
- Inconsistent behavior when deleting or trimming recordings

**Requested features**

- Add support for 24-bit or 32-bit audio export
- Implement a pause/resume recording feature
- Introduce a text-based AI editing tool
- Allow recording directly into smart folders
- Add the ability to set custom playback speeds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Studio for Podcast free?

Studio for Podcast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ferrite Recording Studio free?

Ferrite Recording Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Studio for Podcast or Ferrite Recording Studio?

Studio for Podcast is rated higher. Studio for Podcast averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Ferrite Recording Studio averages 4.6 from 976 ratings.

### Do Studio for Podcast or Ferrite Recording Studio have ads?

Neither Studio for Podcast nor Ferrite Recording Studio shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Studio for Podcast or Ferrite Recording Studio?

Studio for Podcast ships an update every 11 days, and Ferrite Recording Studio every 2 months. Most recently, Studio for Podcast was updated on October 22, 2026 and Ferrite Recording Studio on October 21, 2026.

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