# Surviving Audio vs BrownBox

The clearest difference is price: BrownBox at Free against Surviving Audio's $5.99. Surviving Audio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads there is nothing between them.

BrownBox is free to download; Surviving Audio costs $5.99 up front. BrownBox sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $24.99 per year. Surviving Audio asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Surviving Audio | BrownBox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brownbox-line-array-rigging/id6778296693/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 4 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +17 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Juerg Andres](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896296893) | [Chris DeBrizzio](https://appshunter.io/developer/6776321234) |

## What reviewers say

### Surviving Audio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surviving-audio/id6766522743)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### BrownBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brownbox-line-array-rigging/id6778296693)

This app analyzes L-Acoustics Soundvision System Reports to provide detailed rigging information for audio professionals. It displays box counts, splay angles, trim heights, and weight, helping users efficiently fly PA systems. The app offers both free and pro features, with the pro version unlocking advanced rigging details and live tracking.

**Highlights:** Import Soundvision System Reports (PDF), View box counts, cabinet models, and splay angles, Display top and bottom trim heights, Calculate array weight with flying frame, Track hang status (Pending, Deployed, Noised), Share rig cards as images, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BrownBox Pro | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Surviving Audio free?

Surviving Audio costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is BrownBox free?

BrownBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Surviving Audio or BrownBox have ads?

Neither Surviving Audio nor BrownBox shows ads.

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