Comparison

Repeat Player cut&loop vs Listen Repeat

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

Head to head
About

Repeat Player cut&loop

This audio player helps learners by allowing them to repeat specific phrases from audio files. It offers features like automatic phrase splitting, variable playback speed, and transcription to enhance focused practice.

Highlights
  • Automatic phrase splitting
  • AB repeat and pause insertion
  • Variable playback speed (0.5x-2.5x)
  • Transcription and translation
  • Pronunciation checks with speech recognition
  • Audio recording
Features
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cut&loop is an audio player that lets you use your own audio for language learning and instrument practice. Jump to the start of a phrase and repeat it for listening practice, shadowing, memorization, or learning music by ear. Playback speed controls, pauses between phrases, and transcription help you get more use out of your audio. ■Main Features ・Automatic phrase splitting based on silence detection, with easy navigation to the start of each phrase ・Phrase repeat and A-B repeat for a selected section ・Pauses between phrases ・Playback speeds from 0.5× to 2.5×, for slower listening practice or getting through podcasts in less time ・Transcription and translation, plus pronunciation checks using speech recognition ・Audio recording and automatic playback of recorded audio ・Bookmarks for phrases you want to listen to again (iOS 26 or later) ・Sleep timer (iOS 18.4 or later) ■Supported Audio Supports audio from your music library, files, and downloaded podcasts. DRM-protected audio, audio within the Books app, and some other content are not supported. ■Free Trial and Subscriptions First-time users can try ad-free and background playback for 3 days after selecting their first audio, without signing up for a subscription. You will not be charged automatically when the trial ends. A subscription is required to use paid features after the free period. No account registration is required. I’m continuing to improve the app to make it easier to use.

About

Listen Repeat

This audio player is designed for language learners to improve listening and shadowing skills. It offers tools like segment looping, waveform control, and AI script extraction to help users practice pronunciation and memorize vocabulary effectively.

Highlights
  • Segment looping for pronunciation practice
  • Waveform scrubbing for precise playback
  • Bookmark key audio moments
  • AI-powered script extraction
  • Hands-free vocabulary review
  • Import PC-created vocab lists
  • Free English audiobooks
Features
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Listen Repeat is an audio player built for language learners. It helps you train listening and shadowing with the tools that actually matter—repeat the exact moments you need, collect highlights, and study on the go. Key features Made for listening & shadowing: A clean, focused player designed for language practice. Waveform control: Jump straight to the part you want by scrubbing the waveform. Segment looping: Loop any section as many times as you like to lock in pronunciation and rhythm. Bookmarks across files: Save key moments and play all your bookmarks back-to-back. AI script extraction: Turn audio into readable text so you can practice listening + reading together. Listen-and-memorize vocabulary: Convert your word list (word, meaning, example) into audio for hands-free review. Create vocab lists easily on PC: Build and organize your vocabulary on your computer, then import it into the app and start learning by listening. Free English audiobooks: Plenty of content to keep your daily listening routine going. Learn faster with Listen Repeat—loop, bookmark, extract scripts, and memorize vocabulary anytime, anywhere. terms of use: https://www.everyground.com/listen_repeat/terms privacy policy: https://www.everyground.com/listen_repeat/privacy

Screenshots

Repeat Player cut&loop4 screens
Listen Repeat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Listen Repeat at 4.9 against Repeat Player cut&loop's 4.6. Repeat Player cut&loop's advantage is ratings volume (39 vs 7). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Repeat Player cut&loop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Listen Repeat sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Listen Repeat holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Player cut&loop has 39 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Repeat Player cut&loop's written reviews are positive against 85% of Listen Repeat's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Repeat Player cut&loop ships an update every 2 weeks, Listen Repeat every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Repeat Player cut&loop versus Listen Repeat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRepeat Player cut&loopListen Repeat
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (39 ratings)4.9 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.7% of reviews85.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.2 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHiroaki MuronakaEVERYGROUND

Customer experience

Repeat Player cut&loop

All ratings39 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews133 reviews
Positive79.7%
Neutral7.5%
Negative12.8%

Listen Repeat

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive85.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative11.8%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Repeat Player cut&loop

Subscriptions2
  • cut & loop Premium$1.991 Month
  • cut & loop Premium$3.993 Months
2 purchases

Listen Repeat

Subscriptions2
  • Listen Repeat Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Listen Repeat Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Repeat Player cut&loop free?
Repeat Player cut&loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Listen Repeat free?
Listen Repeat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Repeat Player cut&loop or Listen Repeat?
Listen Repeat is rated higher. Repeat Player cut&loop averages 4.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Listen Repeat averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.
Do Repeat Player cut&loop or Listen Repeat have ads?
Both Repeat Player cut&loop and Listen Repeat show ads.
Which is updated more often, Repeat Player cut&loop or Listen Repeat?
Repeat Player cut&loop ships an update every 2 weeks, and Listen Repeat every 8 days. Most recently, Repeat Player cut&loop was updated on September 22, 2026 and Listen Repeat on September 21, 2026.

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