Comparison

1Take vs Volumaster

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

Head to head
About

1Take

Transform your iPhone into a professional music recording studio. Features studio-quality DSP, physical modeling compressors, and AI-powered audio optimization for pristine sound. Offers cloud sync for easy backup and export.

Highlights
  • Studio-quality DSP chain
  • Physical modeling compressors
  • AI audio optimization
  • Cloud sync for backup
  • Real-time metering
  • 5-second pre-roll buffer
Features
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1Take turns your iPhone into a professional recording studio. RECORD WITH STUDIO QUALITY - Professional DSP chain: Gate, 5-band EQ, Compressor (LA-2A/1176/VCA modeling), Saturation, Stereo Field, Limiter - 16-bit WAV (free) or 24-bit BWF (Pro) - Real-time VU meter, LUFS loudness metering, spectrum analyzer - 5-second pre-roll buffer — never miss the start PHYSICAL MODELING COMPRESSORS - LA-2A (Opto): Smooth, musical compression for vocals - 1176 (FET): Fast, punchy compression for instruments - VCA: Transparent, precise compression for any source - Each modeled with authentic attack/release curves AI AUDIO OPTIMIZATION - Analyze your recording environment - Auto-adjust DSP settings for optimal sound - One-tap optimization after first recording CLOUD SYNC - Automatic backup to Dropbox, Google Drive, iCloud Drive, Backblaze B2 - Export as WAV, MP3, or AAC PRO UPGRADE ($4.99, one-time purchase) - 24-bit WAV/BWF recording - Direct MP3/AAC recording - Custom preset editing - AI audio optimization - Cloud sync NOW IN 11 LANGUAGES English, Japanese, Korean, German, Traditional Chinese, French, Dutch, Swedish, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian Perfect for musicians, podcasters, and content creators who need professional quality from their iPhone.

About

Volumaster

This app offers a professional mixer-style fader for precise volume control, complete with visual LED meters. It syncs seamlessly with your device's hardware buttons and provides a clean, distraction-free interface for all users.

Highlights
  • Professional mixer-style fader
  • Dual LED volume meters
  • Real-time sync with hardware buttons
  • Clean, distraction-free interface
  • Offline functionality
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
Features
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Volumaster — Your Volume, Reimagined Tired of the same old volume slider? Volumaster replaces your standard volume control with a professional-grade mixer fader, bringing the look and feel of a real audio console right to your phone. A Real Mixer Experience Volumaster features a smooth, draggable fader inspired by professional audio mixing consoles. Slide it up, slide it down — controlling your volume has never felt this satisfying. The fader responds instantly to your touch, giving you precise control over your device's media volume. See Your Volume Two LED-style meters flank the fader, giving you real-time visual feedback as you adjust your volume. Watch the bars light up in green, shift to yellow, and hit red as you push the volume higher — just like a real VU meter on a studio console. Works With Your Device Volumaster syncs with your device's physical volume buttons. Press the hardware buttons and the fader moves. Drag the fader and your device volume changes. Everything stays perfectly in sync, always. Built for Everyone Whether you're a musician, an audio enthusiast, a DJ, or someone who simply appreciates good design, Volumaster offers a fresh and fun way to interact with your device every day. Key Features Professional mixer-style fader for precise volume control Dual LED meters with green, yellow, and red zones Real-time sync with hardware volume buttons Clean, distraction-free interface No ads, no in-app purchases, no data collection Works offline — no internet connection required Privacy First Volumaster does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. No analytics, no tracking, no cloud services. Your volume is your business. Free. Forever. No trials, no subscriptions, no hidden costs. Volumaster is completely free to download and use. Download Volumaster and turn your volume up in style.

Screenshots

1Take4 screens
Volumaster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Volumaster at none against 1Take's 1. Volumaster also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 5 days) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. 1Take sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Volumaster 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 1Take against 5.0 for Volumaster. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1Take ships an update every 5 days, Volumaster daily. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
1Take versus Volumaster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1TakeVolumaster
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHakaru HiroseAlessandro Bianco

In-app purchases

1 purchases

1Take

One-time1
  • 1Take Pro$3.99
None

Volumaster

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 1Take free?
1Take is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Volumaster free?
Volumaster is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 1Take or Volumaster?
1Take and Volumaster are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do 1Take or Volumaster have ads?
Neither 1Take nor Volumaster shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 1Take or Volumaster?
1Take ships an update every 5 days, and Volumaster daily. Most recently, 1Take was updated on October 31, 2026 and Volumaster on October 31, 2026.

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