ABSeq vs Wavecolab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ABSeq
This app allows music producers to compare up to four audio files simultaneously, with automatic loudness matching to ensure fair comparisons. It offers blind testing modes, detailed analysis tools like LUFS meters and spectrum analyzers, and supports various audio file formats. Sessions can be saved and reopened, with advanced features available through a Pro subscription.
- A/B audio comparison
- Automatic loudness matching (LUFS)
- Blind A/B testing
- LUFS meter and True Peak
- Live spectrum analyzer
- Sequencer for track stepping
- Car test and headphone check
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ABSeq is an A/B comparison tool for producers and mixing and mastering engineers. Load two to four versions of a mix, a master or a reference track and switch between them in sync. Auto Gain matches their loudness first, so the louder version can't win by default. COMPARE MIXES LEVEL-MATCHED • One large A/B key switches tracks without losing your place in the song • Auto Gain matches every track to the quietest one by integrated loudness (LUFS) • Compare a new mix with the last one, a master with the pre-master, or your song with a reference track BLIND A/B TEST • ABSeq hides which track is which and shuffles them every round • Pick the one you prefer in each round, for 1 to 50 rounds • At the end, ABSeq shows which mix you picked and how often • Every round is level-matched, so you're judging the mix and not the volume LUFS METER AND TRUE PEAK • Integrated LUFS and true peak (dBTP) on every track • How much Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Tidal, Amazon Music and Deezer will turn the track down SEE WHAT YOU HEAR • Live spectrum analyzer • Pro: loudness graph, tonal balance view and an A/B difference curve that shows where two mixes differ, band by band SEQUENCER • Steps through your tracks for you, in time with each file's detected tempo • Choose the beat division and step order, then just listen CAR TEST AND HEADPHONE CHECK • Keeps playing and switching with the screen locked • Lock-screen controls play, pause and switch tracks • Works over Bluetooth and wired headphones, speakers and car audio YOUR FILES, YOUR DEVICE • Opens WAV, AIFF, FLAC, MP3, M4A and AAC files from the Files app • Everything is analyzed on your device. No account, no tracking. • Save sessions and reopen them with their files in place • Designed for iPhone and iPad, with two-screen layouts on iPad and foldable iPhone ABSEQ PRO Comparing, level matching, blind tests, LUFS and the spectrum are free. Pro adds the loudness, tonal balance and A/B difference graphs, unlimited saved sessions (the free tier keeps 3) and iCloud sync of sessions and their audio across your devices. Pay once for Lifetime, or subscribe monthly. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Monthly renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel in Settings → Apple Account → Subscriptions. Terms: https://www.abseq.app/terms Privacy: https://www.abseq.app/privacy Help: https://www.abseq.app/help Support: https://www.abseq.app/support
Wavecolab
This app provides a centralized hub for audio teams to share and compare mixes, leave timestamped comments, and manage project versions. It facilitates real-time communication and boosts productivity for remote and in-studio collaboration.
- Timestamped commenting
- Real-time communication
- Version comparison tools
- Unified audio storage
- Remote team collaboration
- Boosted audio productivity
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Wavecolab keeps audio teams in sync. Share & compare every mix, leave timestamped comments - all in one hub. Key Features: Real-Time Communication – Comment on specific time ranges, share ideas instantly and eliminate messy email threads. Version Comparison – Use a variety of comparison tools, including A/B mode, to easily track and evaluate changes in your audio. Unified Storage – Keep all audio project versions in one place, so you’ll always know which one is current. Remote-Friendly – Work seamlessly with teammates, whether they’re across the hall or across the globe. Boosted Productivity – Focus on creating great audio rather than juggling multiple communication tools. Who It’s For: Music Bands Music Producers Mixing & Mastering Engineers Composers & Songwriters Audio Post-Production Teams Podcast Studios & Broadcasters Music Schools & Students Whether you’re in the studio or working remotely, Wavecolab connects your team and keeps everyone on the same page - literally. Don’t let communication bottlenecks slow you down. Download Wavecolab today and discover a smarter, faster way to collaborate on your audio projects. It’s free to start - so why wait? Privacy policy: https://www.wavecolab.com/policies/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.wavecolab.com/policies/terms-of-use License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Wavecolab at 5.0 against ABSeq's 4.0. Wavecolab also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 75%). On price, 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
Both are free to download. ABSeq sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Wavecolab sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Wavecolab holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of ABSeq's written reviews are positive against 100% of Wavecolab's.
ABSeq ships an update every 2 weeks, Wavecolab every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ABSeq | Wavecolab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mekina Software LLC | Wavecolab Inc. |
Customer experience
ABSeq
Wavecolab
In-app purchases
ABSeq
- ABSeq Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- ABSeq Pro Lifetime$19.99
Wavecolab
- Wavecolab Test Monthly$0.991 Month
- Wavecolab Test subscription$1.997 Days
- Wavecolab Another Test$1.997 Days
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- Basic$9.991 Month
- Pro$24.991 Month
- Basic$99.991 Year
- Pro$249.991 Year









