A1 Multitrack Record vs Meret
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
A1 Multitrack Record
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USB Multitrack Recorder App. Connect any USB Class Compliant Devices for up to 16-Channels of Audio Recording. Including Yamaha RUIO, Yamaha DM7/DM3, Dante AVIO and other USB Audio Interfaces. - Turn on Audio Engine - Auto initializes Channel Count for Connected USB Device - Arm and Rename Channels in Ch Menu - Tap each Channel to Arm and Name Individual Channels - Press Rec and Enter Recording Name. Start Recording. (MAKE SURE PROPER CHANNELS ARE ARMED) - Record at 48K 32-Bit Float. (Records into internal memory that persists after app close - After stopping record, files are available to export files in the Recordings Menu (Up to 64 Slots). Files are available in Recordings Menu until deleted or purged. - To Share, Export Selected Recording Files and choose destination from Apple Share Card. Files will be Zipped and Exported to chosen destination. - Import files into DAW or NLE for editing.
Meret
Capture professional-grade audio losslessly on your iPhone. Record in WAV or ALAC formats with advanced controls and real-time monitoring. Transfer files wirelessly to your computer without compression.
- Lossless WAV and ALAC recording
- Advanced real-time recording controls
- Live spectrum analyzer
- Wireless WiFi file transfer
- Professional monitoring with VU meters
- Variable speed playback
- Smart file management
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Record audio the way professionals do. Meret captures lossless WAV and ALAC directly on your iPhone, then transfers files wirelessly to your Mac or PC -- no cables, no compression, no compromise. Meret transforms your iPhone into a professional field recorder. Whether you're capturing a rehearsal, recording a podcast on location, or documenting live performances, Meret delivers studio-grade audio quality that meets professional standards. LOSSLESS FORMATS Record in WAV or ALAC -- the same formats used in professional studios AAC for smaller file sizes when lossless isn't needed Choose your sample rate: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, or 96kHz 16-bit or 24-bit depth for maximum dynamic range ADVANCED RECORDING CONTROLS Real-time gain adjustment with auto-gain option 3-band parametric EQ (200Hz, 1kHz, 5kHz) High-pass and low-pass filters Noise gate to cut unwanted background noise All processing applied in real time during recording SPECTRUM ANALYZER Live frequency spectrum display alongside the VU meter See your audio as you record it Monitor levels and frequency content at a glance WIRELESS TRANSFER Send recordings directly to your Mac or PC via WiFi No cables needed -- just connect to the same network Fast transfers that preserve every bit of audio data PROFESSIONAL MONITORING Real-time stereo VU metering with peak hold Clipping detection and indicators Drop markers during recording to flag important moments Monitor audio while recording PLAYBACK Variable speed playback from 0.5x to 2x Scrub through recordings with precision Jump to markers instantly SMART STORAGE Efficient file management with search and filtering Sort by date, duration, size, or name Star your favorite recordings Add notes to any recording Share via AirDrop, Files, or cloud services Perfect For: Musicians recording rehearsals and demos Podcasters capturing interviews on location Field recordists and sound designers Journalists and content creators Anyone who refuses to compromise on audio quality Why Lossless Matters: Compressed formats like MP3 and AAC throw away audio data to save space. Once it's gone, you can't get it back. Meret records the full, uncompressed signal -- preserving every detail for editing, mixing, or archiving. Download Meret and start recording with zero compromise.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Meret at Free against A1 Multitrack Record's $9.99. A1 Multitrack Record's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Meret is free to download; A1 Multitrack Record costs $9.99 up front. Meret sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. A1 Multitrack Record asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | A1 Multitrack Record | Meret |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 2.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jeremy Horn | William Akilles Lindstedt |
In-app purchases
A1 Multitrack Record
No in-app purchases
Meret
- Meret Pro$9.99









