Comparison

MP3 Ringtone Maker vs Zu

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

Head to head
About

MP3 Ringtone Maker

Easily create custom ringtones, notification sounds, and alarms from your music or videos. This app offers intuitive editing tools to select the perfect audio clip and enhance its quality, all without needing a computer.

Highlights
  • Create custom ringtones from songs
  • Extract audio from videos
  • Import music from iPhone library
  • Edit and trim audio clips
  • Enhance sound quality
  • Built-in ringtone library
  • Works offline
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MP3 Ringtone Maker – Custom Tones MP3 Ringtone Maker is an iOS app that lets you create custom ringtones from your own music, videos, and audio—without a computer or cables. Features • Make a ringtone from any song in your library • Create ringtones from video clips • Trim and edit the perfect 20–30-second clip • Set custom notification sounds and alarm tones • Export and use your tone in seconds Key Benefits • Turn your favorite tracks into personal ringtones • Replace default alert sounds with unique tones • Save money on paid ringtone downloads • Simple workflow—no technical skills required • Works offline after import How to Use MP3 Ringtone Maker 1. Pick a song, video, or recording from your device. 2. Trim the section you want as a ringtone. 3. Adjust volume or fades and preview the clip. 4. Save and set it as your ringtone, notification sound, or alarm tone. Who It Is For • Music lovers who want every call to sound unique • Anyone tired of default ringtones • Users who need distinct notification sounds for work or home • Creators turning clips from videos into alert tones Why Choose MP3 Ringtone Maker Unlike basic editors, MP3 Ringtone Maker focuses on fast ringtone creation: import, trim, and export in one flow—no desktop tools required. Download MP3 Ringtone Maker today and start making your own ringtones. Terms of Use: https://rington101.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://rington101.com/privacy.html

About

Zu

Features
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AI Ringtone Maker is the easiest way to create original, high quality ringtones for your phone. *AI-Powered Ringtone Creation Turn your ideas into music. Enter your own lyrics or let AI suggest catchy lines, pick a genre and mood, and instantly generate a ringtone in seconds.With just a few taps, write your lyrics, choose a style, and let AI generate a custom ringtone that’s truly yours. *Custom Vocals & Styles Decide the vocal type (male or female) and style rock, pop, hip-hop, jazz, EDM, and more. Your ringtone adapts to your personal taste. *High-Quality Sound Every ringtone is generated in crystal-clear audio, optimized for use on your device. Whether you want a fun ringtone, a romantic tune, or something totally unique, AI Ringtone Maker puts creativity in your hands with a sleek, simple interface. Some advanced features, such as unlimited AI generations, require a subscription. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MP3 Ringtone Maker4 screens
Zu3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Zu at every 6 days against MP3 Ringtone Maker's every 5 weeks. Zu also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. MP3 Ringtone Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Zu sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MP3 Ringtone Maker ships an update every 5 weeks, Zu every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
MP3 Ringtone Maker versus Zu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMP3 Ringtone MakerZu
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB127 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperVladimir IvakhnenkoOmer Duman

In-app purchases

3 purchases

MP3 Ringtone Maker

Subscriptions2
  • Garage Ringtones Maker3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Custom Ringtones Maker$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$19.99
4 purchases

Zu

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • 3 Month$19.993 Months
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  • Monthly$19.991 Month

Questions

Is MP3 Ringtone Maker free?
MP3 Ringtone Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zu free?
Zu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MP3 Ringtone Maker or Zu have ads?
Neither MP3 Ringtone Maker nor Zu shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MP3 Ringtone Maker or Zu?
MP3 Ringtone Maker ships an update every 5 weeks, and Zu every 6 days. Most recently, MP3 Ringtone Maker was updated on September 21, 2026 and Zu on September 18, 2026.

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