Comparison

PRV DSP vs SDS / Speaker Design Suite

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

Head to head
About

PRV DSP

This application provides comprehensive control over a 4-channel digital signal processor for audio systems. It allows users to adjust EQ, crossovers, and other audio parameters for optimal sound quality. Designed for both professional installers and audiophiles, it offers a user-friendly interface to unlock the full potential of audio equipment.

Highlights
  • Full DSP control
  • Crossover presets
  • Channel input limiter
  • Dual independent output EQ
  • 21 Digital Crossover Filters
  • Phrase & Delay Controls
Features
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The PRV DSP app is designed to use with PRV DSP 2.4X BT 4 channel digital signal processor, this app gives you the full control of the DSP features in the palm of your hand. Whether you are a professional installer or an audiophile this app allows you to realize the true potential of your audio equipment with straight forward layout and easy controls. Features: * Loaded with PRV speakers, drivers, tweeters crossover presets * 2 Channel Inputs with built-in limiter * 4 Channel output – High volt pre amp – Dual Independent Output Parametric Eq * 21 Digital Crossover Filters * High-Level input – Speaker wire converter built-in * Limiter, Phrase & Delay Controls

About

SDS / Speaker Design Suite

This mobile app acts as a companion for loudspeaker design and measurement. It allows users to perform guided measurements, view saved data, and access audio resources. It also manages account activity and purchases across devices.

Highlights
  • Guided loudspeaker measurements
  • View saved frequency-response data
  • Account activity management
  • Access audio resources
  • Manage subscriptions and purchases
Features
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SDS for iPhone is the mobile companion to Speaker Design Suite. Use your MeierWerks account to: • Run guided loudspeaker and room measurements • View saved frequency-response measurements • Keep account activity and orders connected across devices • Browse practical audio resources and a curated history of sound • View and restore eligible SDS subscriptions and add-on purchases Capture data where the speaker is, then continue your detailed design work in SDS on Mac. The iPhone app focuses on field measurement, account access, orders, learning resources, and purchase management. A MeierWerks account is required for measurement and saved account data. Some features and add-ons require separate purchases. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PRV DSP4 screens
SDS / Speaker Design Suite2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PRV DSP at none against SDS / Speaker Design Suite's 4. PRV DSP also leads on ratings volume (88 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). SDS / Speaker Design Suite's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, ads and 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

Both are free to download. SDS / Speaker Design Suite sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. PRV DSP asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SDS / Speaker Design Suite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PRV DSP has 88 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PRV DSP versus SDS / Speaker Design Suite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPRV DSPSDS / Speaker Design Suite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (88 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings88 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB523 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPRV AUDIO GROUPBENNETT EXTON MEIER

Customer experience

PRV DSP

All ratings74 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral4.1%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SDS / Speaker Design Suite

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PRV DSP

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

SDS / Speaker Design Suite

Subscriptions1
  • MW Speaker Design Premium$14.991 Month
One-time3
  • Transmission Line Builder$24.99
  • Custom Horn and Waveguide Builder$24.99
  • Heritage Front-Loaded Horn Builder$24.99

Questions

Is PRV DSP free?
PRV DSP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SDS / Speaker Design Suite free?
SDS / Speaker Design Suite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PRV DSP or SDS / Speaker Design Suite?
SDS / Speaker Design Suite is rated higher. PRV DSP averages 4.8 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while SDS / Speaker Design Suite averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do PRV DSP or SDS / Speaker Design Suite have ads?
Neither PRV DSP nor SDS / Speaker Design Suite shows ads.

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