Comparison

FAC Bandit 2 vs LP

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

Head to head
About

FAC Bandit 2

This audio effect processor splits sound into three frequency bands, allowing independent effect application and blending for unique sonic textures. It offers a range of effects like saturation, reverb, and delay, with precise control over crossovers and outputs. Ideal for musicians seeking advanced sound design capabilities.

Highlights
  • 3-Band Multi-Effects Processor
  • Independent effect per band
  • Mix blending control
  • Frequency isolator equalizer
  • Adjustable crossover points
  • Multi-output support
  • AUv3 for iOS and macOS
Features
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• 3-Band Multi-Effects Processor • Compact design with massive sonic versatility • Each band provides its own effect with mix blending control • Band effects: Saturator, LoFi, Ring Mod, Delay, Reverb, Chorus & Stereo Control • Frequency isolator equalizer (DJ style filter) • Two adjustable crossover points for low and high bands with a slope up to 48dB • Separate Dry/Wet output controls with an optional master Brickwall limiter • Multi-output support: each band can be routed to separate channels in your host • Advanced Responsive Design, portrait and landscape views • Universal Purchase: AUv3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone), macOS and Vision Pro FAC Bandit is a multiband audio effect that splits your audio signal into three independent frequency bands, each processed with its own effect and then recombined to create the final sound. Choose from a set of effects, including saturation, lo-fi degradation, ring modulation, delay, reverb, chorus and stereo control, and blend them precisely within each band. Two adjustable crossover points give you full control over which frequencies are affected, allowing you to shape your tone with precision. By targeting each part of the spectrum separately, you can apply effects in ways that full-range processing simply cannot achieve. FAC Bandit is a powerful sound design tool for musicians who want to craft unique, personal, and exciting sounds, either subtly, without altering the original tone, or in a more creative way. This is an AUv3 Effect and requires a compatible host to work The in-app purchases are for tipping only, the app is fully functional without them Fac Bandit 2 is crafted from a trusted original. Check out the outstanding reviews from Version 1 below: • Great isolated multi band effects, use this one a lot -ChrizzBeatz • Excellent app! Very versatile and the per band FX is such a tasty concept -disbliss • Some apps do what they say they do. Some have a little extra that make you use them more than you thought. This one will constantly keep making you sound better. I thought I would use it for a little color here and there and I now use it at least twice in every track -EduardoG2 • Got all this guys apps and they are all excellent -69reasons • Fonctionnement et ergonomie au top -SoundofSound • One of the most amazing multi band effects you can buy for iOS music production. Fred’s apps are ways good quality and this one does not disappoint -Positiveforever The documentation is available at fredantoncorvest.com/FAC_Bandit.html

About

LP

Recreate the iconic sound of an early 2000s phrase sampler with this audio plugin. It offers 9 meticulously reverse-engineered effects, including a prized vinyl simulation, for authentic lo-fi hip-hop and beatmaking warmth.

Highlights
  • Iconic vinyl simulation
  • 9 replicated effects
  • Modern stereo enhancements
  • ML-assisted sonic matching
  • Retro hardware-inspired interface
Features
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Capture the gritty, coveted sound of the iconic early-2000s "303" phrase sampler right inside Logic, GarageBand, or your favorite Audio Unit host — or standalone on your iOS device. LP-33 Sim is a deeply researched audio unit plugin featuring 9 painstakingly reverse-engineered effects, headlined by the prized Vinyl Simulation processor. Countless hours of A/B testing, spectral analysis, and machine-learning-assisted matching went into replicating the exact sonic character of Vinyl Sim and the other choice effects. From the aggressive, pumping compression that practically defines lo-fi hip-hop, to the warm wow-and-flutter and authentic dust and crackle, LP-33 Sim delivers the true gold standard of beatmaking. LP-33 Sim takes several of the original effects further by adding full stereo widening for modern production workflows. Wrapped in a beautifully nostalgic interface that harks back to the golden era of hardware samplers, it brings the authentic warmth, quirk, and crunch that defined a generation — even if you've never touched the original hardware. Key Features: • The Ultimate Vinyl Sim: A painstakingly faithful replication of the hardware's legendary ducking compression, pitch flutter, crackling, and lo-fi grit. • 9 Meticulously Replicated Effects: Vinyl Sim, Flanger, Chorus, Lo-Fi, Isolator, Pitch, FilterDrive, and Radio (303 AM and a unique FM circuit with broadcast-like compression and widening) • Modern Stereo Enhancements: Classic mono effects expanded for wide, modern stereo fields • ML-Assisted Precision: Exacting sonic matching built through rigorous spectral analysis and A/B listening tests. • Retro Interface: An intuitive, hardware-inspired UI that feels instantly familiar. Brought to you by Avi Bortnick — a longtime user of the 303 phrase sampler with the John Scofield band.

Screenshots

FAC Bandit 24 screens
LP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LP at none against FAC Bandit 2's 3. LP also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and price ($7.99 vs $12.99). FAC Bandit 2's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 2). On rating, review sentiment, ads and monetization model 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

FAC Bandit 2 costs $12.99 and LP $7.99 up front. FAC Bandit 2 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. LP asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for FAC Bandit 2 against 5.0 for LP. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FAC Bandit 2 has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FAC Bandit 2 ships an update every 6 weeks, LP every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
FAC Bandit 2 versus LP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFAC Bandit 2LP
Price$12.99$7.99 — better
Rating5.0 (11 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#175 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrederic CorvestAvi Bortnick

Customer experience

FAC Bandit 2

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

LP

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FAC Bandit 2

One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$14.99
None

LP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FAC Bandit 2 free?
FAC Bandit 2 costs $12.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LP free?
LP costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FAC Bandit 2 or LP?
FAC Bandit 2 and LP are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do FAC Bandit 2 or LP have ads?
Neither FAC Bandit 2 nor LP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FAC Bandit 2 or LP?
FAC Bandit 2 ships an update every 6 weeks, and LP every 3 days. Most recently, FAC Bandit 2 was updated on October 30, 2026 and LP on November 5, 2026.

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