Comparison

Livecast Link vs Spatial Audio Preview

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

Head to head
About

Livecast Link

Features
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Easily connect to live audio streams from any Livecast-supported server. Scan a QR code and instantly enjoy high-quality audio broadcasts. Perfect for: → Live translations and interpretations → Audio tours and guided experiences → Real-time commentary → Educational sessions → Any live audio content Key Features: → One-tap QR code connection → High-quality Opus audio → Intuitive, user-friendly interface → Reliable WebRTC streaming → Low battery usage Livecast Link is your go-to for seamless audio at conferences, tours, or live events. — Need a Livecast server for your event? Contact: livecast@pxlborn.com

About

Spatial Audio Preview

Features
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Spatial Audio Preview is a focused tool for hearing exactly how Apple's spatial audio renderer handles your files. Load any audio or video file and switch between Apple's Music and Movie spatial rendering profiles in real time. Spatial Audio Preview reads your file's true format — sample rate, bit depth, channel count, and channel layout, including Dolby Atmos and multichannel surround layouts — and shows you exactly what's playing. The app also tells you whether your connected output (AirPods, Beats, or other accessories) actually supports spatial audio rendering, so you always know if what you're hearing is spatialized or just raw channels being played back. Features: • Switch between Music and Movie spatial rendering modes on the fly — the same modes used by Apple Music, Apple TV, and more. • View info on the current file, such as sample rate, bit depth, channels, and layout. • Play back audio in several channel layouts, including stereo, surround, and Dolby Atmos. • See if your device and headphones support spatial audio playback. • Background playback with lock screen and Control Center controls allow you to listen with the device locked or unlocked. • Spatial Audio Preview is built with accessibility in mind with a VoiceOver-first interface. Spatial Audio Preview doesn't collect, transmit, or store any of your data. Everything happens on your device. Supported file types: • WAV • AIFF • CAF • M4A • MP4 • MOV Supported channel layouts: • Mono • Stereo • Quadraphonic • 5.0 • 5.1 • 6.0 • 6.1 • 7.1 • 5.1.2 • 5.1.4 • 7.1.2 • 7.1.4 • 9.1.6 • Dolby Atmos (E-AC-3) • Dolby Digital (AC-3)

Screenshots

Livecast Link3 screens
Spatial Audio Preview3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spatial Audio Preview at none against Livecast Link's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Livecast Link versus Spatial Audio Preview: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLivecast LinkSpatial Audio Preview
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB939 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdam GolczakLevi Thomas Gobin

In-app purchases

None

Livecast Link

No in-app purchases

None

Spatial Audio Preview

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Livecast Link free?
Livecast Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spatial Audio Preview free?
Spatial Audio Preview is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Livecast Link or Spatial Audio Preview have ads?
Livecast Link shows ads; Spatial Audio Preview does not.

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