WaveFix vs DripOut
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
WaveFix
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Dropped your iPhone in water? Speakers sound muffled or distorted? WaveFix is the most advanced speaker cleaning utility on the App Store ā combining adaptive 5-phase audio technology, real-time haptics, and professional diagnostic tools. ā WAVEFIX CLEANING MODE ā Not just a single tone. WaveFix runs a 30 or 45-second intelligent session across 5 adaptive phases: Loosening ā Deep Clean ā Power Flush ā Low Sweep ā Final Clear Each phase generates a unique multi-layered audio signal with FM modulation, harmonic blending, stereo panning, and nonlinear shaping. Volume is automatically maximized. Powerful haptic feedback runs in sync with the cleaning ā so you feel every pulse working. ā TONE GENERATOR ā A precision frequency generator covering the full 20 Hz to 25,000 Hz range. Choose from 5 waveform types ā sine, square, triangle, sawtooth up, sawtooth down. Use frequency presets, a logarithmic slider, or swipe to tune. Watch your signal rendered live as a waveform. Perfect for audio calibration, speaker testing, and audiophile use. ā SOUND LEVEL METER ā Turn your iPhone into a professional decibel meter. WaveFix measures real-time SPL from your microphone ā showing current, minimum, average, and peak dB levels with a live 120-point history graph. All audio is processed locally on your device. ā SPEAKER TEST ā 6 modes to diagnose your audio output: - Left channel only - Right channel only - Both channels (stereo) - Bass test (60 Hz) - Full frequency sweep (20 Hz ā 20 kHz) - Ping-pong stereo (alternating L/R) Instantly identify channel imbalances, distortion, or frequency response issues. ā WHY WAVEFIX ā - 5-phase adaptive cleaning ā not a static single tone - Auto volume maximization during cleaning sessions - Haptic feedback engine synchronized with audio phases - Full-range tone generator with 5 waveform types - Professional SPL meter with live history graph - 6 speaker test modes including full frequency sweep - 100% local processing ā your audio never leaves your device - Premium dark UI with real-time waveform visualization IMPORTANT WaveFix uses sound-based techniques to assist with water and dust removal. Results depend on device model, speaker condition, and the type of contamination. This app does not replace professional hardware repair. Loud audio is used during cleaning sessions ā please protect your hearing and keep the device away from your ear. SUBSCRIPTION WaveFix Premium unlocks full access to all features. - 3-day free trial, then weekly billing - Annual plan available Subscriptions renew automatically. Manage or cancel anytime in App Store Settings. Privacy: all audio is processed locally on your device. No accounts required. No user audio data is uploaded or stored remotely. Privacy Policy: https://wavefix.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://wavefix.app/terms
DripOut
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Wet, muffled or crackly speaker? DripOut helps get your iPhone or iPad speaker sounding clear again after a splash, a rainy walk or a dusty pocket. One tap starts a cleaning program built from a ladder of held tones, from deep 20 Hz bass pulses up to 2 kHz. The low tones move the speaker membrane as far as it can travel, which helps shake droplets off the grille mesh. The upper tones help lift dry lint and dust. One program does both jobs, so there is nothing to configure. HOW TO USE 1. Turn the volume all the way up. 2. Hold your phone with the speaker facing down. 3. Tap Eject and let the session run. Repeat if the sound is still muffled. WHAT'S INSIDE ⢠Water and dust cleaning: one tuned program, run in 15-second passes ⢠Stereo speaker test: play the left and right speakers one at a time and confirm each ⢠Sound meter: live decibel reading with peak and average, 25 to 120 dB ⢠Cleaning reminders: a nudge on your schedule, from every 2 weeks to every 12 months ⢠Last-clean card: see when you last cleaned at a glance ⢠Headphone safety: sessions pause when headphones connect, so a tone never plays into your ears DRIPOUT PRO ⢠Unlimited cleaning sessions ⢠Choose your session length, from 30 to 90 seconds ⢠Frequency Lab: play bass, low-mid, mid, upper-mid and treble bands (60 Hz to 12 kHz) or a full sweep to find the range that sounds weak ⢠Tone generator: any frequency from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with sine, square, triangle and sawtooth waveforms Every install includes one free 30-second cleaning session, so you can try it before subscribing. The speaker test, sound meter and reminders are free. GOOD TO KNOW ⢠DripOut plays loud, low tones. Keep the phone away from your ears during a session. ⢠Sound can help clear water and debris from the speaker opening. It cannot repair liquid damage inside a device. If your device was submerged, follow Apple Support's guidance for a wet iPhone. ⢠The microphone is used only for the sound meter. Nothing is recorded or uploaded. ⢠No account needed. Works offline. ⢠Available in 34 languages. SUBSCRIPTION DripOut Pro is an auto-renewing subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple Account settings. Any unused part of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription. Terms of Use: https://dogukankamci.github.io/dripout-legal/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://dogukankamci.github.io/dripout-legal/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: DripOut at 3 against WaveFix's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. WaveFix sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and DripOut sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
WaveFix ships an update every 5 days, DripOut every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WaveFix | DripOut |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 4 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lira AI | Dogukan Kamci |
In-app purchases
WaveFix
- WaveFix Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- WaveFix Annual$29.991 Year
DripOut
- Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Pro Yearly$19.991 Year









