Comparison

HISONG Link vs SplitChord

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

Head to head
About

HISONG Link

This app enhances audio control, recording, and device management for creators using the HISONG AirStudio S1. It offers specialized workflows for music production, content creation, and live performance, with real-time sound shaping tools and flexible recording options.

Highlights
  • Audio control and recording
  • Music production, content creation, live performance workflows
  • Real-time EQ, reverb, noise reduction, compressor, limiter
  • USB dual-track and single-track recording
  • MV video recording
  • OTA firmware updates
  • Bluetooth pairing management
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HISONG Link is the official companion app for HISONG AirStudio, designed to simplify audio control, recording, and device management for creators. Built around three core workflows — Music Production, Content Creation, and Live Performance — HISONG Link provides a more focused experience for different creative needs. Users can adjust mic gain, IEM monitoring volume, and music level, access one-tap mute, and shape their sound with real-time tools including EQ, reverb, noise reduction, compressor, and limiter. The app supports USB dual-track recording for flexible post-production, along with single-track audio/video recording with Wireless Receiver and Universal Receiver for fast and convenient capture. It also supports dry/wet recording switch during USB recording, giving users more control over how their sound is recorded. Additional features such as MV video recording, OTA firmware updates, Bluetooth pairing management, and Wireless Receiver pairing make HISONG Link an essential companion for AirStudio users.

About

SplitChord

This app helps musicians and creators manage their song splits and royalty percentages. Generate legally-binding split sheets instantly and secure your earnings. Collaborators can sign remotely, and an integrated calculator estimates streaming revenue.

Highlights
  • Instant Split Sheet Generation
  • Remote E-Signatures
  • Royalty Calculator
  • Studio to Office Workflow
  • Secure Data Storage
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SplitChord is the essential business tool for modern music creators. Don't let your royalties slip away - secure your splits in seconds, right from the studio. SECURE THE BAG - Creativity moves fast, and the business should too. SplitChord allows songwriters, producers, and artists to create legally-binding "Split Sheets" instantly. No more messy notes or forgotten text messages. KEY FEATURES: • Instant Split Sheets - Generate professional PDF split sheets on the fly. Input contributor names, roles, and ownership percentages effortlessly. • Remote E-Signatures - Collaborators don't need the app to sign. Send a secure link, and they can sign digitally from any device, anywhere in the world. • Royalty Calculator - Understand what your percentage really means. Estimate your streaming revenue based on your share and projected play counts. • "Studio to Office" Workflow - Draft splits quickly while the vibe is high, then lock in the details (ISRC, Publisher info) later without killing the creative flow. • Secure & Private - Your data is encrypted and stored locally on your device or securely synced via iCloud. Stop leaving money on the table. Lock your splits today with SplitChord. Note: SplitChord provides split sheet generation for record keeping. For legal advice, please consult a music attorney. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HISONG Link4 screens
SplitChord4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SplitChord at 100% against HISONG Link's 57%. SplitChord also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). HISONG Link's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, 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

Both are free to download. SplitChord sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. HISONG Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SplitChord holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of HISONG Link's written reviews are positive against 100% of SplitChord's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HISONG Link ships an update monthly, SplitChord weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
HISONG Link versus SplitChord: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHISONG LinkSplitChord
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (8 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better2
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB13 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperHisong Music Technology Inc.Dante Babb

Customer experience

HISONG Link

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

SplitChord

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

HISONG Link

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

SplitChord

Subscriptions4
  • SplitChord Pro$4.991 Month
  • Team Pro (5 Seats)$19.991 Month
  • Enterprise Pro$29.991 Month
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  • SplitChord Pro7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is HISONG Link free?
HISONG Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SplitChord free?
SplitChord is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HISONG Link or SplitChord?
SplitChord is rated higher. HISONG Link averages 3.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SplitChord averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do HISONG Link or SplitChord have ads?
Neither HISONG Link nor SplitChord shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HISONG Link or SplitChord?
HISONG Link ships an update monthly, and SplitChord weekly. Most recently, HISONG Link was updated on October 18, 2026 and SplitChord on October 30, 2026.

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