Comparison

Stemulator vs SplitJam

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

Head to head
About

Stemulator

This app uses advanced audio separation models to extract individual elements from any song with studio-quality precision. It offers modes for producers to download stems and for musicians to play along with real-time mixing and chord mapping.

Highlights
  • Extract up to 18 stems per track
  • Producers Mode for stem downloads
  • Musicians Mode for real-time mixing
  • Generate MIDI chord maps
  • Real-time chord mapping and waterfall MIDI piano
  • Supports major audio formats for import and export
Features
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Stemulator is the ultimate stem separation app for producers, musicians, DJs, and audio enthusiasts. Using advanced audio separation models, Stemulator extracts individual elements from any song with studio-quality precision. SEPARATE UP TO 18 STEMS PER TRACK • Vocals: Lead Vocal, Backing Vocal • Rhythm: Drums, Bass, Drumless • Drums: Kick, Snare, Hi-Hat, Toms, Cymbals • Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Strings, Keys/Synths, Winds, Ensemble • Full Mix: Instrumental • MIDI Chord Map TWO POWERFUL MODES Producers Mode — Download every stem for your projects: • Download separated stems in WAV, AIFF, or MP3 • Separate drums into Kick, Snare, Hi-Hat, Toms & Cymbals • Isolate instruments: Piano, Guitar, Strings, Keys/Synths, Winds • Separate vocals into Lead & Backing • Generate MIDI chord maps from any track Musicians Mode — A full DAW-style mixer for playing along: • Mute, solo & mix individual stems in real time • Adjust key & tempo with studio-quality pitch shifting • Real-time chord mapping & waterfall MIDI piano synced to playback • Real-time tabs for guitar, piano, & bass • Real-time capo recommendations for guitarists • Beat loop — 4, 8, 16, 32 or 64 beats, quantized to the beat grid • Synced metronome with multiple click sounds • Export chord charts as PDF or MIDI files • Export your custom mix as WAV, AIFF, or MP3 REAL-TIME CHORD MAPPING Stemulator analyzes the harmonic progression of your track and maps out every chord change—synced to playback in real time. Follow along as you play, export as a printable PDF chord chart, or download as a MIDI file for your DAW. STUDIO QUALITY OUTPUT Stemulator delivers the most advanced audio separation available — professional-grade stems with unmatched clarity and precision. Whether you're creating remixes, practicing along with isolated instruments, or producing new tracks, you'll get clean, artifact-free stems ready for your workflow. SUPPORTS ALL MAJOR FORMATS Import your music in WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC, M4A, or OGG format. Export your separated stems in high-quality WAV, AIFF, or MP3 for maximum flexibility in your DAW or audio editor. PERFECT FOR: • Producers – Sample and remix with clean, separated elements • Musicians – Mix stems, transpose key & tempo, follow chord maps • DJs – Create unique mashups and transitions • Karaoke – Remove vocals from any song instantly • Educators – Isolate specific parts for music lessons • Transcribers – Hear individual instruments clearly FOUR FLEXIBLE PLANS Free: Try Stemulator with 3 free stem separations Professional: 10 Stemulations per month, 5-stem separation Studio: Unlimited Stemulations, studio quality, 6-stem separation + Drumless, chord map generation & PDF export Audiophile: Full access to all 18 stems including individual drum separation, vocal separation, instrument isolation, MIDI chord export & real-time chord mapping HOW IT WORKS 1. Upload any song from your library 2. Choose Musicians or Producers mode 3. Stemulate your audio 4. Mix, play along, or download your stems Whether you're isolating a guitar solo to learn, removing vocals for karaoke night, transposing a song to your key, or extracting drums for your next production, Stemulator makes professional stem separation accessible to everyone. Download Stemulator today and unlock the individual elements hidden in your favorite music. Terms of Use: https://stemulator.app/terms.html

About

SplitJam

This app uses AI to separate any song into individual instrument tracks, allowing for independent control, practice, and export. It supports importing audio and video, looping difficult sections, and adjusting playback speed and pitch. Ideal for musicians looking to practice, transcribe, or create backing tracks.

Highlights
  • AI stem separation into 6 tracks
  • Import audio and video
  • Mute, solo, and track volume control
  • A/B loop practice for sections
  • Playback speed and pitch adjustment
  • AI chord recognition
  • Export separated tracks
Features
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Core Features AI Stem Separation Separate any song into 6 individual tracks with one tap: Drums Bass Piano Guitar Vocals Other Instruments Control each part independently for focused practice and listening. Detailed Stems The busiest tracks can be split one level deeper: Lead Guitar Acoustic Guitar Strings Synth Brass Saxophone Back Vocal Extracted parts become their own tracks, while the rest is grouped into "Remaining Other" and "Lead Vocal". Toggle them any time, solo them, or export them alongside the base tracks. Detail models download on demand and run entirely on your device, so your audio is never uploaded. Import Audio or Video Import audio and video files from local storage or your photo library. You can also record audio or rehearsal videos for practice tracking and content collection. Mute, Solo, and Track Control Mute instruments, solo individual parts, or adjust the volume balance of each track. Focus on exactly what you want to hear and practice. A/B Loop Practice Create loop regions for difficult sections, save multiple practice segments, and quickly switch between them. Improve repetition and training efficiency. Speed Control Adjust playback speed to slow down songs and hear rhythms, details, and performance nuances more clearly. Ideal for transcription and slow practice. Pitch Shift Change the key of a song without affecting playback speed. Perfect for singers finding a comfortable vocal range and musicians practicing in different keys. Project Saving Automatically save practice projects and history so you can continue where you left off. No need to re-import files or recreate settings. Track Export Export separated tracks for sharing, rehearsal, backing track creation, or further practice. Why Musicians Choose Jam Turn full songs into practice tracks within seconds Remove vocals for backing track practice Practice individual instrument parts separately Split guitars into lead and acoustic, or separate harmonies from the lead vocal Loop difficult sections for focused repetition Slow down songs to hear details more clearly Change song keys to match different vocal ranges and practice needs Support both audio and video practice workflows Save long-term practice projects Local processing for offline use and enhanced privacy AI Chord Recognition Makes Learning and Playing Songs Easier Chord Recognition by Beat Chord Numbers Support Flexible Key Switching Who It’s For Guitarists Bassists Drummers Singers Cover Musicians Band Members Music Students Ear Training Learners Transcription Practitioners Rehearsal Preparation Users EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Stemulator4 screens
SplitJam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Stemulator at 4.7 against SplitJam's 1.3. Stemulator also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 63%) and ratings volume (14 vs 3). SplitJam's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Stemulator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and SplitJam sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stemulator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Stemulator's written reviews are positive against 63% of SplitJam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stemulator ships an update every 9 days, SplitJam every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Stemulator versus SplitJam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStemulatorSplitJam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (14 ratings) — better1.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews94.4% of reviews — better62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB284 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStemulator LLC家林 黎

Customer experience

Stemulator

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%

SplitJam

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Stemulator

Subscriptions8
  • Professional$4.991 Month
  • Studio$9.991 Month
  • Audiophile$19.991 Month
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  • Production$29.991 Month
  • Professional (Annual)$39.001 Year
  • Studio (Annual)$79.001 Year
  • Audiophile (Annual)$149.001 Year
  • Production (Annual)$249.001 Year
4 purchases

SplitJam

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly7 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • Annual$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • LifeTime$17.99
  • LifeTime$39.99

Questions

Is Stemulator free?
Stemulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SplitJam free?
SplitJam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stemulator or SplitJam?
Stemulator is rated higher. Stemulator averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while SplitJam averages 1.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Stemulator or SplitJam have ads?
Neither Stemulator nor SplitJam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stemulator or SplitJam?
Stemulator ships an update every 9 days, and SplitJam every 2 days. Most recently, Stemulator was updated on October 12, 2026 and SplitJam on October 1, 2026.

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