Comparison

LOOPBAR vs 42 Decibels

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

Head to head
About

LOOPBAR

Features
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Create audio loops in real time! Record multiple tracks, set individual loop points and build your musical ideas layer by layer. LOOPBAR is your creative tool for audio loops on iPhone and iPad. Capture ideas on the spot, set precise loop points and layer multiple tracks on top of each other. FEATURES: • Create multiple independent audio tracks • Record directly via the built-in microphone • Set individual loop points with drag & drop • Real-time playback position with visual indicator • Adjust loop points during playback • Play and stop all tracks simultaneously • Simple track management with add and delete Perfect for musicians, songwriters and anyone who wants to quickly capture musical ideas and build loops.

About

42 Decibels

Features
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42db is the companion app for the ChaoticVolt 42db Bluetooth speaker products.. Use the app to discover and connect to your compatible speaker, then access speaker controls and settings from your iPhone or Apple Watch. Features: • Discover nearby compatible speakers • Connect and manage your 42db speaker • Adjust speaker settings • Quick access to essential controls • Companion support on Apple Watch 42db is designed specifically for compatible ChaoticVolt speaker hardware.

Screenshots

LOOPBAR4 screens
42 Decibels3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 42 Decibels at Free against LOOPBAR's $0.99. On ads, in-app purchases, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

42 Decibels is free to download; LOOPBAR costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
LOOPBAR versus 42 Decibels: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLOOPBAR42 Decibels
Price$0.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.517.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHelge OhlRobin Kluit

In-app purchases

None

LOOPBAR

No in-app purchases

None

42 Decibels

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LOOPBAR free?
LOOPBAR costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 42 Decibels free?
42 Decibels is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LOOPBAR or 42 Decibels have ads?
Neither LOOPBAR nor 42 Decibels shows ads.

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