Comparison

Fair Limiter vs HoRNetH76

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

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About

Fair Limiter

This audio unit plugin emulates the classic Fairchild 670 tube compressor and limiter, offering its renowned sonic character. It provides comprehensive controls, including sidechain filters and boost, for detailed audio shaping. A free version is available for testing, with a one-time purchase to remove limitations.

Highlights
  • AUv3 plugin for DAWs
  • Fairchild 670 emulation
  • Sidechain filters and boost
  • Variable-Mu compression
  • Stereo or Mid/Side setup
  • 6386 tube simulation
Features
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Fair Limiter is an AUv3 audio unit plugin that digitally replicates the Fairchild 670, a legendary and highly esteemed tube compressor/limiter renowned for its outstanding audio quality and unique sonic character. Features: - Use as an AUv3 plugin in GarageBand, Logic Pro, AUM, or other DAW - Digital emulation of the Fairchild 670 - Features all the controls of the legacy Fairchild 670 - Adds additional control with the sidechain filters and boost - Variable-Mu compression - Fast attack, slow release times - 6386 tube simulation - Stereo or Mid/Side setup - Linking of stereo controls and sidechain output The free version allows you to test Fair Limiter completely, but every minute the limiter will be silent for 3 seconds. To remove these limits there is a one time in-app purchase.

About

HoRNetH76

This audio plugin emulates a vintage FET compressor, offering classic warmth and modern versatility for music production. It provides precise control over compression, saturation, and signal levels, with features like "All Button Mode" and automatic gain compensation.

Highlights
  • Vintage FET compressor emulation
  • "All Button Mode" and five ratio settings
  • Analog amplifier emulation bypass
  • Automatic gain compensation
  • Adjustable input/output levels
  • Automatic and manual attack/release times
  • Parallel compression mix control
  • Variable oversampling
Features
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Unlock the true potential of your audio production with the HoRNet H76 compressor limiter plugin, designed to bring classic vintage sound and modern versatility right to your fingertips. This powerful tool is perfect for producers and engineers looking to add warmth, character, and precision to their mixes. Inspired by the timeless sound of a renowned vintage FET compressor, the HoRNet H76 faithfully captures its smooth, musical compression that suits any genre. What sets the HoRNet H76 apart is its comprehensive analog emulation. Every nuance of the original unit’s warmth and saturation is meticulously replicated, from the input and output transformers to the internal Class A amplifiers. This ensures that the plugin provides an authentic analog experience, enhancing your audio with the rich, classic tones of vintage gear. Key Features: - HoRNet H76 offers five distinct ratio settings, including the legendary “All Button Mode,” allowing you to tailor the compression to your needs, whether you’re after gentle compression or aggressive limiting. The built-in VU meter lets you monitor input, output, and gain reduction levels with precision, ensuring you always control your signal. -One of the standout features of the HoRNet H76 is its ability to bypass the compressor while keeping the analog amplifier emulation active. This gives you the option to use the plugin solely as an analog saturation tool. The automatic gain compensation feature ensures that volume changes caused by gain reduction are smoothly managed, providing a consistent output level without the need for manual adjustments. -Adjusting input and output levels is made easy with pre and post emulation controls, allowing you to precisely shape your signal path. The automatic input level setting helps you achieve the desired gain reduction effortlessly, saving you valuable time during mixing. You can also link input and output controls to maintain consistent signal levels, ensuring a smooth and balanced sound. -The HoRNet H76 offers both automatic and manual settings for attack and release times. This allows you to either let the plugin match the dynamics of your audio automatically or take full control and dial in the exact timing settings that your track requires. -For those who love parallel compression, the plugin includes a mix control to blend the compressed signal with the original, giving you even more creative options. To ensure pristine audio quality, the HoRNet H76 features variable oversampling, selectable from 2x to 8x with automatic settings. -The bypass button allows for quick A/B comparisons, while separate controls for analog emulation and noise allows you to customize your sound further -The HoRNet H76 includes convenient load and save buttons for managing your presets, making it easy to recall your favorite settings or experiment with new ones. Additionally, the plugin comes with 13 factory presets that cover the most common compression uses, providing a great starting point for your projects. The HoRNet H76 compressor limiter plugin is the ultimate tool for achieving professional-grade compression and limiting, enhanced with authentic analog warmth. Elevate your productions with unparalleled control and flexibility. Whether you’re working on music, film scores, or broadcast audio, the HoRNet H76 will become an indispensable part of your workflow.

Screenshots

Fair Limiter4 screens
HoRNetH764 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HoRNetH76 at 100% against Fair Limiter's 50%. HoRNetH76 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, ads 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

Both are free to download. Fair Limiter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HoRNetH76 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HoRNetH76 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Fair Limiter's written reviews are positive against 100% of HoRNetH76's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Fair Limiter versus HoRNetH76: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFair LimiterHoRNetH76
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (8 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better6
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJan MaesHoRNet SRL

Customer experience

Fair Limiter

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

HoRNetH76

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Fair Limiter

One-time1
  • Fair Limiter Activation$11.99
1 purchases

HoRNetH76

One-time1
  • full version$9.99

Questions

Is Fair Limiter free?
Fair Limiter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HoRNetH76 free?
HoRNetH76 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fair Limiter or HoRNetH76?
HoRNetH76 is rated higher. Fair Limiter averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while HoRNetH76 averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Fair Limiter or HoRNetH76 have ads?
Neither Fair Limiter nor HoRNetH76 shows ads.

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