Comparison

AudioStretch Lite vs Mobile VOCALOID Editor

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

Head to head
About

AudioStretch Lite

This app allows musicians to slow down, loop, and transpose music from audio or video files. It also enables capturing video directly with your phone's camera for transcription. Ideal for learning songs by ear or experimenting with sound.

Highlights
  • Slow down audio/video without pitch change
  • Loop difficult sections
  • Transpose music notes
  • Import audio/video files
  • Capture video with phone camera
  • Live waveform scrubbing
Features
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As a musician one of the most helpful tools you can have is the ability to slow-down, loop or auto-transpose the notes for a piece of music you are trying to learn. AudioStretch is the world’s first audio and video transcription tool. Now you can manipulate the pitch, speed and transcribe your tunes from both audio and video files; or by using your phone’s camera you can capture video directly into AudioStretch and transcribe it! FEATURES INCLUDE: Import audio or video files Capture video with your phone camera for transcription Change the speed of files without changing the pitch Listen to the individual notes as you drag the waveform Play audio and video at zero speed Transpose any music Loop difficult to learn sections With AudioStretch you get all of this in an incredibly responsive and easy-to-use app. Ideal for transcription, learning songs by ear, crazy sonic experimentation, or just listening to your music library in a new way. Note: This is the LITE edition of AudioStretch, which has a few feature limitations. To get all the features, without the limitations, consider buying the Full version. LIMITATIONS OF LITE VERSION: • Max song duration 3 minutes (full version 3 hours) • Speed range from -1.5x to 1.5x (full version -10x to +10x) • Pitch shift +/- 3 semitones (full version +/- 36 semitones) DETAILED FEATURES: • Load songs from your Music Library • Document Picker import/export option supports iCloud, OneDrive, and more • Open Dropbox files and email attachments via "Open In" • LiveScrub™ : listen as you drag/hold the waveform • Instant freeze to zero speed by double-tapping on speed display • Keyboard/spectrum feature for transcription • Super-fine speed/pitch adjustment via drag left-right on speed/pitch display • Flexible looping feature • No ads or in-app purchases If you run into any problems with AudioStretch or AudioStretch Lite, please contact support@audiostretch.com

About

Mobile VOCALOID Editor

Create vocal tracks for your music using just a melody and lyrics on your smartphone. This app offers an intuitive interface, ready-to-use voices, and advanced editing features. Explore a vast library of additional voicebanks through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Create vocal tracks with melody and lyrics
  • Includes 'asa' AI and 'VY1 Lite' voices
  • Import/export VOCALOID VSQX and VPR formats
  • Up to 32 tracks (VOCALOID, AI, audio)
  • Parameter editing (pitch bend)
  • Mixer with compressor and reverb
  • Export as WAV or AAC
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Capture your music, anytime, anywhere. With Mobile VOCALOID Editor, all you need is a melody and lyrics to start creating vocal tracks—anytime, anywhere, right from your smartphone. From this version, the app is offered through a monthly subscription, giving you continuous updates and new features. Try it free for 14 days and see how easy it is! Please check “Before You Start (Important)” at the end. ■ Create with VOCALOID on your smartphone - Start with a 14-day free trial. - Just enter a melody and lyrics, and your vocal track is ready instantly. Optimized for touch controls with an intuitive interface. Tutorial videos are available on the official site. ■ Comes with ready-to-use voices - Two voicebanks are included: "asa" – an AI-powered voice with a “delicate, transparent singing style” "VY1 Lite" – our standard female voice - AI voicebanks including “asa” support Japanese, English, and Chinese. ■ Enjoy with familiar voices - From popular characters to the latest AI voices, additional voicebanks are available as in-app purchases directly within the app. ■ Main Features - Import/export VOCALOID4 VSQX and VOCALOID6 VPR formats - Up to 32 tracks (VOCALOID, VOCALOID:AI, and audio tracks combined) - Parameter editing such as pitch bend (same as VOCALOID6 Editor on Mac/PC) - Real-time and step input with built-in or iOS-compatible MIDI keyboards - Mixer Screen with compressor and reverb - Export mixdown as WAV or AAC For full specifications, please visit the official website. ■ Available Voicebanks (in-app purchases) Voicebanks are sold separately and require an active subscription to use. - VOCALOID:AI Voicebanks Hatsune Miku V6 Original / Hatsune Miku V6 Soft / Vocalo no Ci-chan / Kanade / Uge / Kasukabe Tsumugi / Fuiro / Kotonoha Akane / Kotonoha Aoi / GekiyakuV / KazehikiV / AI Yuzuki Yukari / AI Kizuna Akari / AI Tsuina-chan / AI Megpoid SOLID / Shiki Rowen AI / AI Megpoid / AI Otomachi Una Sugar / AI Otomachi Una Spicy / AI Hibiki Koto / JESSICA / SANDRA / BRIAN / MATTHEW / HARUKA / AKITO / SARAH / ALLEN / SAKURA / ASAHI / MICHELLE / LUCAS / TAKU / SHION (More to come in future updates) - VOCALOID Voicebanks Hatsune Miku / v for flower / Kaai Yuki / IA / IA ROCKS / Megpoid Native / Megpoid English / Yuzuki Yukari Jun / Yuzuki Yukari In / Yuzuki Yukari Rin / Fukase JP / Fukase EN / Tohoku Zunko / Yumemi Nemu / VY1 / VY2 / CYBER DIVA / CYBER SONGMAN / Rana / Aoki Lapis / Merli / ZOLA KYO / ZOLA YUU / ZOLA WIL / galaco RED / galaco BLUE / Mew / Sachiko / Hiyama Kiyoteru Natural / Hiyama Kiyoteru ROCK / miki Natural / unity-chan! ----- Before You Start (Important) ----- - Version 2.0 requires iOS 17 or later. - From Version 2.0, core features are available through a subscription. - Purchased voicebanks are one-time in-app purchases, but can only be used with an active subscription. - Customers using Version 1.x can continue indefinitely for free, including previously purchased voicebanks. - The app version can be checked under HELP > About Application. - EULA: https://s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/download.vocaloid/license/MVE/EULA_MVE_EN.pdf - Privacy Policy: https://www.yamaha.com/en/apps_docs/apps_common/common_PP_fb-20190820.html -----

Screenshots

AudioStretch Lite4 screens
Mobile VOCALOID Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AudioStretch Lite at 4.0 against Mobile VOCALOID Editor's 2.9. AudioStretch Lite also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 20) and review sentiment (73% vs 45%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Mobile VOCALOID Editor sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AudioStretch Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AudioStretch Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 621 and 139 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of AudioStretch Lite's written reviews are positive against 45% of Mobile VOCALOID Editor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AudioStretch Lite ships an update every 3 months, Mobile VOCALOID Editor every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AudioStretch Lite versus Mobile VOCALOID Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudioStretch LiteMobile VOCALOID Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (621 ratings) — better2.9 (139 ratings)
Positive reviews72.9% of reviews — better44.8% of reviews
Number of ratings621 — better139
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB190 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCognosonic Pte LtdYamaha Corporation

Customer experience

AudioStretch Lite

All ratings617 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative18.5%
Written reviews255 reviews
Positive72.9%
Neutral7.5%
Negative19.6%

Mobile VOCALOID Editor

All ratings124 ratings
Positive41.1%
Neutral11.3%
Negative47.6%
Written reviews165 reviews
Positive44.8%
Neutral12.1%
Negative43.0%

User reviews

AudioStretch Lite

From 621 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great for making memes and YTPs
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🎨 Useful for music production and learning
  • 🎉 Funny and entertaining to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Audio/video issues (crashes, no sound, etc.)
  • 💰 Paid features should be free
  • 🔍 Difficulty importing files or accessing library

Mobile VOCALOID Editor

From 139 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Affordable
  • 👍 Easy for beginners

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Paywall/subscription model
  • 🔒 Lack of free voicebanks
  • 🔒 Inability to navigate files within app

Bugs and requests

AudioStretch Lite

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Audio stops working after a while
  • Video disappears when trying to screen record
  • Crashes when trying to export or share content

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add more editing tools and effects
  • Improve loop management and save options
  • Implement night mode and other visual customizations

Mobile VOCALOID Editor

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Difficulty inserting lyrics properly

Requested features

2 requests
  • Option to buy voicebanks individually instead of subscription
  • Inclusion of popular voicebanks like Kagamine Rin/Len for free

In-app purchases

None

AudioStretch Lite

No in-app purchases

20 purchases

Mobile VOCALOID Editor

Subscriptions1
  • Jump In with VOCALOID14 Days trial$3.991 Month
One-time19
  • Megpoid English$19.99
  • Hatsune Miku$19.99
  • v for flower$19.99
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  • Yuki Natural$19.99
  • AI Megpoid$19.99
  • Hatsune Miku Original(AI)$19.99
  • Hatsune Miku Soft(AI)$19.99
  • IA$19.99
  • KazehikiV(AI)$19.99
  • Fukase JP$19.99
  • AI Megpoid SOLID$19.99
  • Rana$19.99
  • AI Una Spicy$19.99
  • AI Una Sugar$19.99
  • Fukase EN$19.99
  • Akito(AI)$19.99
  • Sarah(AI)$19.99
  • Allen(AI)$19.99
  • Haruka(AI)$19.99

Questions

Is AudioStretch Lite free?
AudioStretch Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mobile VOCALOID Editor free?
Mobile VOCALOID Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AudioStretch Lite or Mobile VOCALOID Editor?
AudioStretch Lite is rated higher. AudioStretch Lite averages 4.0 out of 5 from 621 ratings, while Mobile VOCALOID Editor averages 2.9 from 139 ratings.
Do AudioStretch Lite or Mobile VOCALOID Editor have ads?
Neither AudioStretch Lite nor Mobile VOCALOID Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AudioStretch Lite or Mobile VOCALOID Editor?
AudioStretch Lite ships an update every 3 months, and Mobile VOCALOID Editor every 4 months. Most recently, AudioStretch Lite was updated on October 22, 2026 and Mobile VOCALOID Editor on October 22, 2026.

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