Comparison

Neon vs BLEASS Multiband Compressor

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

Head to head
About

Neon

This app is a powerful MIDI step sequencer offering extensive generative features. It allows for complex sequence chaining and external state switching via MIDI. It functions as a standalone application or an AUv3 plugin.

Highlights
  • Generative capabilities
  • Modifier system
  • Metasequencer for pattern chaining
  • MIDI Program Change support
  • Standalone and AUv3 plugin
  • Built-in scales and order modes
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Neon is a step sequencer with expansive generative capabilities. Features: • runs as standalone or auv3 plugin • sophisticated Modifier system adds numerous generative possibilities • built-in Metasequencer lets you chain patterns to build complex sequences • switch States from an external source using MIDI Program Changes • responsive UI that adapts to different window sizes • wide selection of built-in scales and order modes  Please note: Neon is strictly a MIDI sequencer and does not produce any sound on its own.

About

BLEASS Multiband Compressor

This audio processing tool offers precise control over music dynamics by separating audio into three frequency bands. It features a dual-stage processor for compression or expansion in each band, along with a flexible sidechain system for creative effects and corrective work. Achieve professional loudness and punch in your mixes.

Highlights
  • Multiband processing (3 bands)
  • Dual-stage dynamics processor per band
  • Compressor and expander modes
  • Flexible sidechain system
  • Soft clipping for saturation
  • Dry/wet balance control
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BLEASS Multiband Compressor is the perfect tool for injecting loudness, power and punch into your mixes, stems and tracks. Whether you are creating music on-the-move on your iPad, producing your masterpiece in the studio, or doing both, BLEASS Multiband Compressor dispenses detailed precision control over your music's dynamics. One of the secret weapons of professional mix and mastering engineers, multiband dynamics processors have various advantages over conventional broadband processors. By separating your audio into three frequency bands, and processing each independently, BLEASS Multiband Compressor ensures that loud passages and transients in one frequency range do not impact on how the other bands behave. This eliminates the "volume pumping" effect often exhibited by broadband compressors, making BLEASS Multiband Compressor the perfect tool for processing drum kits, synths, pianos and – of course – full mixes and stems. The plugin works brilliantly with other sources too, from solo instruments to vocals and spoken voice. Unusually for a multiband processor, each of BLEASS Multiband Compressor's three bands features a dual stage dynamics processor. This consists of an Above stage that senses for and processes signals whose level exceeds the Above threshold, and a Below stage that senses for and processes signals that are quieter than the Below threshold. Additionally, each stage can operate as either a compressor or, by dialing in Ratio values below 1:1, an expander. Altogether this makes for phenomenally versatile control over the volume and loudness of your mixes, stems and parts. Another innovative feature of BLEASS Multiband Compressor is its flexible sidechain system. This allows you to choose which bands will key from the input signal in the normal way, and which will key from a filtered and/or external signal. This is ideal for corrective work such as controlling resonances, sibilances and other unwanted artefacts, but is also a fabulous creative tool, allowing for stylish ducking effects and ultra-deep dynamics control. Rounding things off, the plugin provides comprehensive output level and dry / wet balance control, along with a soft clipping feature that ensures overly-hot signals don't become nasty and harsh, but instead take on a classic valve-like saturation character. BLEASS Multiband Compressor stands out for its great sound, innovative features, versatile dynamics control, and exceptional efficiency. More information on https://www.bleass.com/multibandcompressor

Screenshots

BLEASS Multiband Compressor3 screens

Verdict

The call

Neon and BLEASS Multiband Compressor both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Neon's written reviews are positive against 33% of BLEASS Multiband Compressor's. Neon also leads on price ($4.99 vs $7.99). BLEASS Multiband Compressor's advantage is device support and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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

Neon costs $4.99 and BLEASS Multiband Compressor $7.99 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 — 4.8 for Neon against 4.7 for BLEASS Multiband Compressor. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 13 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Neon's written reviews are positive against 33% of BLEASS Multiband Compressor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Neon ships an update every 6 months, BLEASS Multiband Compressor every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Neon versus BLEASS Multiband Compressor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeonBLEASS Multiband Compressor
Price$4.99 — better$7.99
Rating4.8 (29 ratings) — better4.7 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings29 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 8 months
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Devices—iPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAaron MeyersBLEASS

Customer experience

Neon

Written reviews24 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.3%

BLEASS Multiband Compressor

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

Neon

No in-app purchases

None

BLEASS Multiband Compressor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Neon free?
Neon costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BLEASS Multiband Compressor free?
BLEASS Multiband Compressor costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Neon or BLEASS Multiband Compressor?
Neon is rated higher. Neon averages 4.8 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while BLEASS Multiband Compressor averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.
Which is updated more often, Neon or BLEASS Multiband Compressor?
Neon ships an update every 6 months, and BLEASS Multiband Compressor every 8 months. Most recently, Neon was updated on September 11, 2026 and BLEASS Multiband Compressor on September 30, 2026.

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