Comparison

Stemix vs Stemzel

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

Head to head
About

Stemix

Features
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Stemix Offline helps musicians, producers, and students separate audio into practical stems on their own device. Import a track or capture an idea, run offline stem extraction, then review the separated parts in a simple mixer. Adjust levels, mute or solo stems, and export results for private practice, study, remix sketches, and production prep. Key features: - Offline stem separation workflow - Import and recording entry points - Mixer controls for separated stems - Local processing and export preferences - Private audio workflow without cloud upload requirements Important: results depend on source audio quality, device performance, and the selected processing model. Respect copyright and use only audio you own, control, or have permission to process. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stemzel

This app separates any song into vocals, drums, bass, and other instruments directly on your device. It offers on-device AI processing for privacy, with no cloud uploads or subscriptions required. Mix, mute, solo, and export individual stems or the full mix.

Highlights
  • On-device AI stem separation
  • Import audio from files or URL
  • Record and split audio instantly
  • Mute or solo individual stems
  • Built-in waveform scrubber
  • Export stems and full mix
Features
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Stemzel splits any song into four stems — vocals, drums, bass, and other instruments — entirely on your iPhone. No cloud uploads. No subscription. No account required. IMPORT YOUR AUDIO • File — pick from Files, iCloud Drive, or anywhere on your device • URL — paste a direct link to an MP3, M4A, or WAV file • Record — capture audio with your microphone and split it instantly MIX AND EXPORT • Mute or solo any stem to hear exactly what you want • Play back your mix with a built-in waveform scrubber • Export individual stems or your full mix to the Files app PRIVATE BY DESIGN Every split runs on your device using on-device AI. Your music never leaves your iPhone. No servers, no tracking, no ads. ONE-TIME UNLOCK Pay once, use Stemzel forever. Unlimited splits and downloads — no monthly fees, ever. PERFECT FOR • Musicians learning parts by ear • DJs and producers isolating elements • Karaoke and acapella practice • Remixing and sampling workflows • Anyone who wants stems without uploading to the cloud Stemzel is built for speed and privacy. Import a track, wait a moment while it separates, then mute the vocals, solo the drums, or export everything — all from your pocket. Questions or feedback? Visit stemzel.com/support

Screenshots

Stemix4 screens
Stemzel3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Stemix at 3 against Stemzel's 1. Stemix also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Stemix sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Stemzel sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Stemix versus Stemzel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStemixStemzel
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size292 MB290 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMateus Polonini CardosoMahija Kottapalli

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Stemix

Subscriptions2
  • Stemix Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Stemix Pro Annual$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Stemix Pro Lifetime$9.99
4 purchases

Stemzel

One-time4
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
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  • Stemzel Unlock$7.99

Questions

Is Stemix free?
Stemix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stemzel free?
Stemzel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stemix or Stemzel have ads?
Neither Stemix nor Stemzel shows ads.

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