SB AUDIO FX vs PocketMonitor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SB AUDIO FX
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SB Audio FX is a powerful soundboard app built specifically for DJs. Designed for live performance, the layout is clean, simple, and built for speed — no clutter, no distractions. Just big sound pads, responsive triggers, and pro-level sound packs ready to go. Everything in this app is optimized for real DJ use. Whether you’re hyping a crowd, adding texture to your mixes, or triggering drops mid-set, SB Audio FX has the speed and control you need. Big Pads for Big Shows Designed for live use — clean interface, easy to see, easy to tap. Perfect for the club, festivals, or events. Instant Play, Zero Lag Hit a pad and the sound fires instantly — exactly when you need it. Per Pad Volume Control Get your levels right. Adjust each pad’s volume individually for a balanced performance. Buy Pro Sound Packs In-App Horns, Shots, Risers, Explosions — all custom made for DJs and events. Import Your Own Sounds (Pro Feature) Want to use your own FX? Just drop them in and use them like any other pad.
PocketMonitor
Stream your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) audio to your phone in real-time over Wi-Fi. Monitor your mix on a mobile device while you work, adjust output volume, and switch between audio sources with ease. Requires a companion sender plugin for your computer.
- Real-time audio streaming
- Wi-Fi connection to desktop sender
- Monitor signal activity
- Adjust output volume
- Switch between audio sources
- Requires desktop sender plugin
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PocketMonitor lets you stream your DAW audio to your phone over local Wi-Fi, so you can quickly check your mix on a real mobile device while you work. Use PocketMonitor to: • Listen to your mix on your phone in real time • Connect to your desktop sender plugin over the same Wi-Fi network • Monitor signal activity and adjust output volume • Switch between available desktop sources with a simple tap To use PocketMonitor, you’ll also need the PocketMonitor sender plugin on your computer. Download the PocketMonitor sender plugin from SHFTDAudio.com Available for: • macOS: VST3, AU • Windows: VST3 How it works: 1. Install the PocketMonitor sender plugin on your Mac or Windows computer 2. Put your computer and phone on the same Wi-Fi network 3. Load the plugin on your DAW master/output channel 4. Open the PocketMonitor app and connect PocketMonitor is built for fast, practical mix checking on the device your audience uses every day. Website: SHFTDAudio.com Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SB AUDIO FX at every 5 days against PocketMonitor's every 6 weeks. 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
Both are free to download. SB AUDIO FX sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and PocketMonitor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SB AUDIO FX ships an update every 5 days, PocketMonitor every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 10, 2026.
| Parameter | SB AUDIO FX | PocketMonitor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Courtney Lake | Jake Phillips |
In-app purchases
SB AUDIO FX
- Sound FX - Free Demo PackFree
- Sound FX - Free Starter PackFree
- Sound FX - Pack Three$4.99
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- Sound FX - Pack One$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Seven$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Six$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Four$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Twelve$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Fourteen$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Fifteen$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Sixteen$4.99
- Sound FX - Pack Seventeen$4.99
- Sound FX - ClapBacks Pack$7.99
- SB Audio FX - Pro Version$19.99
PocketMonitor
- PocketMonitor Pro3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- PocketMonitor Pro$29.99
Questions
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