Comparison

Mid vs spaceVerb

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

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About

Mid

This app offers unique stereo transformations, allowing for smooth, continuous intervals between L/R and M/S representations. It enables new modulation possibilities and can be used as a width-preserving panner or to transform any stereo effect into an M/S one.

Highlights
  • Continuous mid-side interval
  • Width-preserving panning
  • Spatial modulation effect
  • Transform stereo effects to M/S
  • Lossless stereo field preservation
  • Tempo sync capable LFO
  • Paired mode for effect modulation
Features
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Ever wonder what lies between the L/R and M/S representations? Mid-Side Continuum extends the definition of mid-side encoding to create a smooth, continuous interval allowing in-between values and gradual changes. Channel mode switches can now be turned into faders, opening up new modulation possibilities as well. The algorithm used by the plugin is a true extension of the mid-side encoder/decoder concept and doesn't involve any cross-fading or other artificial constructs. The plugin can be used in two ways: • In standalone mode, as a width-preserving panning effect, or a special modulation effect for spatially balanced sounds • In paired mode, allowing other effects to operate anywhere between L/R and M/S modes, with modulation options available FEATURES: • Provides a new kind of spatial modulation effect for stereo signals • Can be used as a panner that doesn't squash wide components (existing ambience, reverb, stereo FX), strongly panning narrow parts at the same time • A great companion for delays or delay-based effects: explore adding space or change the panoramic character without re-configuring delay taps • Turn any stereo effect or effects chain into a M/S one (or any graduation on the L/R - M/S curve), by sandwiching them between a pair of Mid-Side Continuum instances • Unlike panning, stereo panning, or binaural panning, Mid-Side Continuum preserves the exact geometry of the stereo field by using a lossless transform • Higher rates of change can be used to create additional kinds of effects (chorus, warble/flutter), depending on the width characteristics of the original input • A tempo sync capable LFO is available to add automatic modulation; the LFO phase can be offset to allow precise timing control and alignment THE PANNER FOR REVERB-RICH SOUNDS: Panning high-ambience and reverb-rich sounds need no longer result in squashed stereo images. The exact, full width of the stereo field is preserved when using Mid-Side Continuum as a panning tool. Unlike binaural panning, the overall stereo frequency response is kept maximally flat, thanks to the used algorithm's audio engineering-focused feature set. In fact, Mid-Side Continuum's algorithm is a lossless, completely reversible one (based on True Pan's technology). WRAP ANY EFFECT TO CHANGE / MODULATE THEIR STEREO MODE: Two Mid-Side Continuum instances can be conveniently linked in a way that the second one cancels out the transformation, restoring the original sound. Once linked, the second plugin will automatically re-align if parameters are changed in the first one, without missing a single sample. Between these two points, any number of audio effects can be inserted, all of which will receive the transformed signal instead of the original L/R one. This setup can be used in multiple ways: either to just turn any stereo plugin into a M/S one, or to modulate the stereo field of the wet signals (while keeping the dry signal intact) without the need for setting up additional routing, thus keeping tracks neatly self-contained. VERSATILE EXTENSION TO DELAY-BASED EFFECTS: • Alter stereo delay patterns or turn a mono multi-tap delay into a stereo one on the fly • Instead of having to choose from the two, explore any setting between L/R and M/S delay modes to select the best-fitting stereo response • Remove excessive L/R slappiness without losing any stereo width by spatially equalizing the delay output, filling in directions not populated by L/R taps • Improve the clarity of the mid channel / mono mix when combining panned delays with shorter notes or more rhythmic passages • Lessen any "clockwork-like" quality of panned delays that may be experienced with some instruments or passages • Change or fine-tune delay patterns that emerge in the mono mix when using stereo delays PLEASE NOTE: • An Audio Unit v3 compatible host app is required to use this plugin

About

spaceVerb

This audio effect module offers a versatile stereo reverb with 14 distinct spaces, from conventional rooms and halls to unique environments like caves and mausoleums. It provides in-depth controls for shaping the reverb, including EQ and master settings, and supports cross-platform preset sharing. It functions as a standalone app or an AUv3 plugin for various host applications.

Highlights
  • 14 distinct reverb spaces
  • In-depth sound sculpting controls
  • 3-band EQ section
  • Preset manager with save/share
  • AUv3 plugin compatibility
  • Standalone app functionality
Features
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spaceVerb multi-mode stereo reverb module. spaceVerb will both seamlessly blend your projects together, offering a creative unique touch to your audio. spaceVerb offers a versatile selection of 14 different spaces, each with their own unique sonic characteristic, providing you with a broad spectrum of sounds to enhance your projects. Whether you’re after conventional reverb sounds like rooms and halls or unique spaces like a cave or mausoleum. Unlock the full sonic potential of each space with in-depth controls; Mix, Dampening, Ducking, Left/Right Repeats and Decay. Their three band EQ Section (Low, Mid, and High), and master controls (Master Volume & Pan). 30 Factory Presets included with the ability to save and share cross platform presets. All parameters including the current screen in view offer automation for full control in your sessions. Includes stand alone and AUv3 plug-in instance for use in all of your favorite host applications like Cubasis, AUM, Garageband, and many more! Compatible for both iPhone and iPad. Features - 14 Plate Reverb Models; ranging from early/vintage styles to creatively inspiring and modern/futuristic - Over 16 In-depth controls to sculpt your reverbs, including: Pre Delay, Decay, Damping, Repeat Speed, Ducking, and more! - Built-in 3-band EQ section for additional sonic character control - Preset Manager with Save, Save As, Rename, and Delete functionality - Over 20 Factory presets, including both Send and Insert styles - Cross-platform support: presets can be shared between iOS and macOS & Windows - AUv3 compatible with your favorite AU Host apps such as Garageband, AUM, Cubasis, and more! Spaces: Booth - Step into a professional-grade, intimate studio ambiance, meticulously designed for enhancing vocal clarity or introducing a subtle sense of space to your sound. Guitar Room - Immerse yourself in a professionally crafted, close-quarters atmosphere, tailored to improve vocal clarity or infuse a subtle sense of space into your sound. Drum Room - Experience the precision of a compact, intimate studio setting, perfect for refining vocal clarity or introducing a subtle sense of space into your sound. Live Room - Drench your audio in the expansive atmosphere of a well-appointed studio space, tailored for accommodating intricate soundscapes and elevating your compositions. Hall - Reveal an acoustically perfected space, ideal for professional piano performances and sound experimentation. Cathedral - Craft divine soundscapes suited for professional choral arrangements and ethereal compositions in a studio setting. Mausoleum - A solemn and spacious mausoleum. Its marble-clad surroundings create a subtle, haunting ambiance. Stairwell - Discover a less conventional space, where a multitude of reflections comes together to create a unique ambiance, gently guiding your sound to fresh and understated places. Cave - Immerse your signal in the enigmatic, atmospheric character of a massive cave-like space, adding a unique depth to your projects. Garage - Send our audio to a close-quarters space with highly reflective surfaces, offering a very distinct sound.

Screenshots

Mid1 screens
spaceVerb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: spaceVerb at $4.99 against Mid's $5.99. On rating, ratings volume, 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

Mid costs $5.99 and spaceVerb $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Mid against 5.0 for spaceVerb. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mid ships an update every 14 months, spaceVerb every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Mid versus spaceVerb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMidspaceVerb
Price$5.99$4.99 — better
Rating5.0 (6 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 8 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperquantovoxOSC Audio

Customer experience

Mid

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

spaceVerb

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Mid

No in-app purchases

None

spaceVerb

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mid free?
Mid costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is spaceVerb free?
spaceVerb costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Mid or spaceVerb?
Mid and spaceVerb are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Mid or spaceVerb have ads?
Neither Mid nor spaceVerb shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mid or spaceVerb?
Mid ships an update every 14 months, and spaceVerb every 8 months. Most recently, Mid was updated on September 15, 2026 and spaceVerb on September 7, 2026.

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