Comparison

LivePlaybackApp vs PonPlayer

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

Head to head
About

LivePlaybackApp

This music app offers advanced playback features like crossfading, looping, and simultaneous sound playback. It allows importing audio files and supports various formats, built with efficient, low-latency technology. A subscription unlocks group creation and editing.

Highlights
  • Crossfade, fade in/out, loop
  • Play multiple sounds simultaneously
  • Import audio via Music or Files app
  • Ultra-efficient, low-latency playback
  • Supports major audio file formats
  • Create/edit groups with subscription
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Yet another playback app — simple, but powerful. Features: • Crossfade, fade in/out, loop, and more • Play multiple sounds simultaneously • Import audio files via the iOS Music app or Files app • Ultra-efficient, low-latency playback built on core iOS technologies • Supports major audio file formats Note: A subscription is required to create or edit new groups. You can import existing groups without a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PonPlayer

Features
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PonPlayer is a soundboard app that lets you play sound effects and music at exactly the right moment. With 12 pads across 5 pages, you can access up to 60 sounds quickly and easily. It is perfect for live streaming, events, parties, presentations, and any situation where timing matters. 【Features】 ・12 pads × 5 pages, with support for up to 60 sounds ・Simultaneous playback of multiple sounds ・Adjust start position, end position, and playback level for each sound ・Multiple playback modes ・ONCE: play once ・Tap: tap repeatedly to layer playback ・REPEAT: loop playback ・WHILE: play only while holding the button ・Save and load pad layouts and settings as projects ・Import audio files from your iPhone with IMPORT ・Record audio directly in the app and use it immediately as a sound source ・Upload files from a PC on the same LAN with the built-in FileServer feature 【How to Use】 ・Tap [NewProject] to create a new project ・Tap [EDIT MODE], then tap a pad to open the edit screen ・Use [IMPORT] to add audio from your iPhone, or [LoadFile] to select audio already stored in the project ・If you want to create a new sound, use [Record] to record audio directly in the app ・Adjust the playback start position with [HEAD] ・Adjust playback level with [LEVEL] ・Choose a playback mode and tap [SAVE] to assign the sound ・Switch between pages with [1] to [5] ・Use [SaveProject] to save your current setup and [OpenProject] to load it again ・Tap the gear icon in the top right to open Settings, where you can use FileServer and purchase Premium All features are available during the 30-day trial period after installation. After the trial ends, EDIT MODE will be disabled. Purchase the Premium plan to continue using all features.

Screenshots

LivePlaybackApp4 screens
PonPlayer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LivePlaybackApp at every 10 days against PonPlayer's every 3 weeks. PonPlayer's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. LivePlaybackApp sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and PonPlayer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LivePlaybackApp ships an update every 10 days, PonPlayer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
LivePlaybackApp versus PonPlayer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLivePlaybackAppPonPlayer
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIHORI SYSTEM, LLCHTLab

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LivePlaybackApp

Subscriptions3
  • Editor (1 Week)$0.997 Days
  • Editor (1 Month)$1.991 Month
  • Editor (1 Year)$12.991 Year
1 purchases

PonPlayer

One-time1
  • PremiumPlan$5.99

Questions

Is LivePlaybackApp free?
LivePlaybackApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PonPlayer free?
PonPlayer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LivePlaybackApp or PonPlayer have ads?
Neither LivePlaybackApp nor PonPlayer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LivePlaybackApp or PonPlayer?
LivePlaybackApp ships an update every 10 days, and PonPlayer every 3 weeks. Most recently, LivePlaybackApp was updated on September 7, 2026 and PonPlayer on September 3, 2026.

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