Pitch Shift (Key Change) vs Dash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pitch Shift (Key Change)
This music player allows real-time pitch shifting and a 31-band equalizer. It supports AUv3 effects, loop playback, and exporting processed audio. Import audio files from other apps or your music library.
- Real-time pitch shifting
- 31-band equalizer
- AUv3 effects support
- A-B loop playback
- Center Cancel/Emphasis
- Audio file export
- Background playback
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[ Important Notice ] With this version (7.0.0), we are ending regular updates for this app. You can continue using this app, but future development and updates will continue in 'Audio Unit Player', which includes this app's functionality. 'Audio Unit Player' is a free app that supports both speed and pitch adjustment and includes a 31-band equalizer with no band restrictions. Data Transfer: File information registered in this app is not transferred automatically to 'Audio Unit Player'. Use the Files app to manually copy any files you need."; ================================================ This app is a music player that can process the following effects in real time. - Pitch shift (-1 ~ +1 octave) - 31 band equalizer (required In-App Purchase) - Reverb - AUv3 (Audio Unit v3) host If you play a musical instrument or sing a song, this app should be supported by you higher / lower the pitch. [Function] - Perform pitch shift in real time (-12 - +12). - 31 bands EQ (Hz: 20, 25, 31.5, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630, 800, 1k, 1.25k, 1.6k, 2k, 2.5k, 3.15k, 4k, 5k, 6.3k, 8k, 10k, 12.5k, 16k, 20k). (Initiality, only 3 bands are available. It's possible to use 31 bands by In-App Purchase.) - EQ preset (Abundant Built-in Presets / Custom Presets) (required In-App Purchase). - Reverb: Adjustable decay time (Low freq, High freq) / 13 presets - Reverb preset (Built-in Presets / Custom Presets) - Can be used as an AUv3 host. - A-B loop playback. - Center Cancel / Center Emphasis. - Lch, Rch each mute. - Quick fast forward, rewind (specify the number of seconds). - Check and set current position graphically in wave view. - Supports Auto-Lock ON/OFF. - Supports background playback. - Supports export (file writing) function (Each effect (pitch/EQ) value set for each song is also reflected. The range specified in the loop section is output.) In addition to loading music data included in the standard "music" app, it also supports the function to import audio files from other apps ("Voice Memos" etc.). [How to import from "Voice Memos"] 1. Start the app "Voice Memos" and tap the mark "..." of the file to be imported from the list. 2. Tap "Share" on the sheet displayed from the bottom. 3. Tap "More" found by scrolling the displayed list of sharing destination apps to the right. 4. Select "Pitch Shift" if available. The file is copied to this app. ================================================ [Note 1] This application will not be able to read songs of the following formats. - Songs from Apple Music, iCloud, iTunes Match - Songs that are protected by digital copyright (DRM) [Note 2] Depending on the state of your device, your custom AUv3 effects may not appear in the list. As a solution, you can solve the problem by starting "GarageBand" once and restarting this app. ================================================
Dash
This music player offers a streamlined interface for your non-DRM music files. It supports FLAC, includes a parametric equalizer, and allows for easy playlist management. Additional features like a speedometer and compass are also integrated.
- FLAC audio support
- Parametric equalizer
- Favorite playlist management
- ID3 tag editor
- Integrated speedometer
- Built-in compass
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Dash is a lossless music player built for listening on the go — at home, in the car, or anywhere your library takes you. **Hi-Fi, lossless playback** Play FLAC and Apple Lossless (ALAC) files in full quality, including high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/96kHz — no downsampling, no compromises. **Play everything** MP3, M4A, M4B (audiobooks), M4R, and FLAC are all supported in one player, so your music and audiobooks live in the same place. **Built-in equalizer & playback control** Shape your sound with the built-in EQ, and adjust playback speed and pitch on the fly — great for audiobooks and podcasts as well as music. **Edit your tags, right from the player** Update song title, artist, album art, and lyrics (MP3 and M4A) without leaving the app. **Built for the road** A built-in compass and speed display keep you oriented without switching apps mid-drive. **Hands-free with Siri** Use Siri Shortcuts to play your favorites, shuffle your library, or start a playlist — all without touching your phone. Call Siri and say "Play Dash My Files", "Dash Shuffle", or "Dash Favorites". **Make it yours** Save favorites with a double tap, swipe to skip tracks or adjust speed, and customize your listening experience your way.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Pitch Shift (Key Change) at 4.4 against Dash's 3.1. Pitch Shift (Key Change) also leads on ratings volume (85 vs 8). Dash's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (75% vs 50%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Pitch Shift (Key Change) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Dash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Pitch Shift (Key Change) holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pitch Shift (Key Change) has 85 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Pitch Shift (Key Change)'s written reviews are positive against 75% of Dash's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Pitch Shift (Key Change) ships an update every 2 months, Dash monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pitch Shift (Key Change) | Dash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (85 ratings) — better | 3.1 (8 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 85 — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Loop-Sessions.LLC. | Thomas Yoon |
Customer experience
Pitch Shift (Key Change)
Dash
In-app purchases
Pitch Shift (Key Change)
- 31 bands equalizer$0.99
- Always remove banner ads.$2.99
Dash
- EQ and Navigation Use$3.99
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