Comparison

MixMaster A/B vs Mixcheck Vst

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

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About

MixMaster A/B

This app allows users to instantly compare two audio files side-by-side with synchronized playback and visual feedback. It's designed for music producers, audio engineers, and audiophiles to make critical listening decisions with precision.

Highlights
  • Instant A/B audio file switching
  • Synchronized playback
  • Waveform visualization
  • Real-time spectrum analyzer
  • Loop regions for focused listening
  • Support for common audio formats
Features
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COMPARE AUDIO FILES LIKE A PRO MixMaster A/B is the essential tool for anyone who needs to compare audio files with precision and confidence. Whether you're a music producer evaluating different mixes, an audio engineer comparing masters, or an audiophile testing file formats, MixMaster A/B gives you the tools to hear every difference. INSTANT A/B SWITCHING The heart of MixMaster A/B is its seamless switching between two audio files. Load your files, hit play, and toggle between A and B instantly—no interruption, no delay, perfectly synchronized. This is how professionals make critical listening decisions. VISUAL FEEDBACK • Waveform Visualization: See the amplitude and dynamics of both files at a glance • Real-time Spectrum Analyzer: Watch the frequency content as your audio plays • Side-by-side Comparison: Visual confirmation of what your ears are hearing PRECISION PLAYBACK CONTROLS • Loop Regions: Focus on specific sections that matter most • Synchronized Playback: Both files stay perfectly in sync when switching • Instant Toggle: Switch between A and B with a single tap • Pause, Play, Repeat: Full control over your listening session PERFECT FOR: Music Producers • Compare different mix versions • Evaluate mastering changes • Test compression and EQ settings • Make confident final decisions Audio Engineers • Compare before/after processing • Evaluate different mastering approaches • Test format conversions • Quality control checks Audiophiles • Compare file formats (MP3 vs. FLAC vs. WAV) • Test different rips or sources • Evaluate audio quality • Settle debates with data Content Creators • Compare audio edits • Test different export settings • Evaluate noise reduction • Choose the best take WHY MIXMASTER A/B? Traditional audio comparison means switching between apps, losing your place, and relying on memory. MixMaster A/B eliminates the guesswork with instant, synchronized switching and visual feedback. You'll hear differences you never noticed before. SIMPLE, FOCUSED, POWERFUL We built MixMaster A/B to do one thing exceptionally well: compare audio files. No bloated features, no complicated workflows—just load two files and start comparing. The interface is optimized for one-handed use in portrait mode, perfect for quick comparisons on the go. SUPPORTED FORMATS • MP3 • M4A / AAC • WAV • AIFF • And other common audio formats PRIVACY FIRST • All processing happens on your device • No audio files uploaded to servers • Your audio stays private NOW COMPLETELY FREE! PROFESSIONAL RESULTS, MOBILE CONVENIENCE Whether you're in the studio, at home, or on the go, MixMaster A/B gives you professional-grade A/B comparison in your pocket. Make better decisions, hear more detail, and trust your ears. Download MixMaster A/B today and discover what you've been missing.

About

Mixcheck Vst

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Mixcheck lets you hear your mix on your phone — straight from your DAW, in real-time. Add the free Mixcheck Send plugin to any track in your DAW, and your phone instantly becomes a monitoring speaker. Perfect for checking how your mix translates to the device where most music is actually heard. Works over WiFi — no cables, no configuration. Just open the app, pick your studio from the list, and listen. HOW IT WORKS 1. Install the free Mixcheck Send plugin on your Mac (mixcheck.app) 2. Add it to a track or your master bus 3. Open Mixcheck on your phone 4. Pick your studio from the list — audio starts flowing FEATURES • Real-time audio streaming with low latency • Works over WiFi — no cables needed • Auto-discovery — your studio appears in the list automatically • Multiple listeners — your whole team can connect at once • Multiple studios — pick which session to listen to • Shows Reaper region names on screen (with companion script) • Minimal, dark interface that stays out of your way REQUIREMENTS • Mac running any DAW that supports AU or VST3 plugins (Reaper, Logic, Ableton, Cubase, Pro Tools, FL Studio, etc.) • Phone and Mac on the same WiFi network • Free Mixcheck Send plugin — download at mixcheck.app

Screenshots

MixMaster A/B1 screens
Mixcheck Vst3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MixMaster A/B at Free against Mixcheck Vst's $5.99. MixMaster A/B also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Mixcheck Vst's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

MixMaster A/B is free to download; Mixcheck Vst costs $5.99 up front. MixMaster A/B sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mixcheck Vst asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MixMaster A/B ships an update every 6 weeks, Mixcheck Vst daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
MixMaster A/B versus Mixcheck Vst: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMixMaster A/BMixcheck Vst
PriceFree — better$5.99
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicholas McLarenCarl Stenqvist

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MixMaster A/B

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$12.99
None

Mixcheck Vst

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MixMaster A/B free?
MixMaster A/B is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mixcheck Vst free?
Mixcheck Vst costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do MixMaster A/B or Mixcheck Vst have ads?
MixMaster A/B shows ads; Mixcheck Vst does not.
Which is updated more often, MixMaster A/B or Mixcheck Vst?
MixMaster A/B ships an update every 6 weeks, and Mixcheck Vst daily. Most recently, MixMaster A/B was updated on October 24, 2026 and Mixcheck Vst on October 19, 2026.

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