Comparison

DOTEC vs The Playlist

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

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About

DOTEC

This music software is an acid bass synthesizer that supports AUv3. It allows for easy creation of bass lines with auto-adjusted overdrive and intuitive MIDI control. Features include a phrase generator, DJ Deck mode, and Ableton Link support for standalone use.

Highlights
  • Acid bass line creation
  • Intuitive MIDI controller assignments
  • Phrase generator with rhythm sync
  • DJ Deck mode for standalone play
  • Ableton Link support
  • Visual effects for enhanced experience
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This product is a software synthesizer that supports Audio Units Extension (AUv3). Music software that supports the AUv3 host function, such as GarageBand or Logic Pro for iPad, is required to use this product. DOTEC-AUDIO DeeACID allows anyone to easily enjoy acid bass lines. In addition to a wide variety of sound creation, the level adjustment for overdrive has been auto-adjusted, allowing you to twist the knobs to your heart's content. The UI is specially designed for use with a DAW, and MIDI controller assignments can be made quickly and easily. It also features a variety of visual effects to enhance your enjoyment, so you will lose track of time and become absorbed in the fun! In addition, the phrase generator can generate an unlimited number of phrases according to key, and can also be synchronized with the rhythm track for real-time play! The generated phrases can be saved as MIDI files, so they can be loaded from a DAW and used. By connecting an external MIDI controller and pressing the “Learn” button located below each parameter, you can assign the parameter to the slider of your choice, allowing you to change the tone more intuitively! From version 1.5.0, the DJ Deck mode allows standalone play, and from version 2.0.0, the Ableton Link mode has been added. Now, DeeACID is not just a plugin—it can also be enjoyed as a fully standalone acid bass app! Furthermore, version 2.5.0 introduces brand-new filters and a supercharged phrase generator! From version 2.6.0, improved the oscillators so both Type I and Type II now deliver a thicker sound!

About

The Playlist

Explore original music from emerging artists worldwide. Discover new talent through random selections, a world map, and curated charts. Upload your own tracks, including AI-generated music, and connect with a global audience.

Highlights
  • Random music discovery by country
  • World map exploration of music
  • Background playback and lock screen controls
  • Upload original music (MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC)
  • AI music submission with tool attribution
  • Artist profiles with social links
  • Rankings, search, and playlist creation
Features
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**Discover The World Through Music — 世界中の音楽と出会う場所** The Playlistは、世界中の無名アーティスト、インディーズミュージシャン、AI音楽クリエイターのオリジナル曲が集まる音楽発見プラットフォームです。有名アーティストのカタログではなく、「まだ誰も知らない次の才能」に出会えます。 ◆ Discoverボタンで世界と出会う ボタンを押すだけで、世界のどこかの国の曲がランダムに再生されます。日本、アメリカ、韓国、ブラジル、フランス…次にどの国の音楽と出会うかは、押してからのお楽しみ。 ◆ 世界地図から音楽を旅する インタラクティブな世界地図で国をタップすると、その国のアーティストの曲が一覧で楽しめます。 ◆ 快適な再生体験 バックグラウンド再生、ロック画面・コントロールセンター操作、Dynamic Island表示に対応。すべての曲に国旗が表示され、再生画面からワンタップでアーティストのプロフィールへ。 ◆ あなたの曲を世界へ投稿 オリジナル曲(MP3/WAV/M4A/AAC)を無料で月5曲まで投稿できます。1ファイルは無料150MB・Premiumなら2GBまで、容量も実質無制限。SUNOやUdioなどで制作したAI音楽も、使用ツールを明示して堂々と公開OK。投稿曲は新着・検索・国別一覧・ランキングに掲載され、世界中のリスナーに届きます。プロフィールにはInstagram・YouTube・TikTok・X・Spotifyなどのリンクに加え、アーティスト種別(人間/AI/ハイブリッド)も任意で表示できます。 ◆ 発見を支える機能 ・ランキング: 24時間/7日/30日/全期間 × 世界/国別/ジャンル別 ・検索: 曲名/アーティスト/ジャンル(20種)/国/使用AIツール ・フォロー/いいね/コメント/プレイリスト作成・共有 ◆ 新規登録特典 — 4日間 Premium を無料体験 アカウントを登録すると、4日間すべての Premium 機能を無料でお試しいただけます。登録特典のため、期間が終わっても自動で課金されることはありません(そのまま無料プランに戻ります)。 ◆ The Playlist Premium(月額480円・自動更新) ・広告なし ・投稿枠が月15曲に拡大 ・容量無制限アップロード ・高音質アップロード ・詳細分析(国別リスナー/フォロワー推移) ・検索での優先表示 ほか ※サブスクリプションは購入確定時にApple IDへ課金され、期間終了の24時間前までに解約しない限り自動更新されます。管理・解約はApp Storeのアカウント設定から行えます。 利用規約: https://theplaylst.app/terms プライバシーポリシー: https://theplaylst.app/privacy すべての投稿曲はオリジナル作品に限定され、著作権保護のための通報・DMCA削除制度を備えています。

Screenshots

DOTEC4 screens
The Playlist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Playlist at Free against DOTEC's $9.99. The Playlist also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). DOTEC's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On 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

The Playlist is free to download; DOTEC costs $9.99 up front. The Playlist sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. DOTEC asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DOTEC ships an update every 3 weeks, The Playlist every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DOTEC versus The Playlist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDOTECThe Playlist
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB15 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developerfmfmsoft Corp.Daisuke Iwamoto

Customer experience

DOTEC

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

The Playlist

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DOTEC

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

The Playlist

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Music Video Upload (1)$0.49

Questions

Is DOTEC free?
DOTEC costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Playlist free?
The Playlist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DOTEC or The Playlist have ads?
Neither DOTEC nor The Playlist shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DOTEC or The Playlist?
DOTEC ships an update every 3 weeks, and The Playlist every 2 days. Most recently, DOTEC was updated on October 24, 2026 and The Playlist on October 24, 2026.

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