# PreSonus QMix® vs Playback

The clearest difference is rating: Playback at 4.8 against PreSonus QMix®'s 2.9. Playback also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 26%) and ratings volume (4.3K vs 94). PreSonus QMix®'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Playback sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. PreSonus QMix® asks for nothing beyond the download.

Playback holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Playback has 4.3K ratings behind it against 94, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of PreSonus QMix®'s written reviews are positive against 66% of Playback's.

PreSonus QMix® ships an update every 4 months, Playback every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PreSonus QMix® | Playback |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (94 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-qmix-uc/id703208043/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playback/id751755884/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 94 | **4.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 26.1% of reviews | **66.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fender Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/1107017949) | [MultiTracks.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/751755887) |

## What reviewers say

### PreSonus QMix®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-qmix-uc/id703208043)

This app transforms your mobile device into a personal monitor mix controller for digital mixers. It allows musicians and engineers to easily manage and adjust their own stage or aux mixes wirelessly. Take full control of your sound with intuitive remote access.

**Highlights:** Wireless control of StudioLive Series III mixers, Remote control aux mix levels and panning, Create up to 4 channel groups, Wheel of Me for custom channel group control, Intuitive and flexible mix management

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Handy for IEM mixes
- 💡 Genius 'Me/Band' balancing wheel
- 👍 Fantastic for IEM users
- 👍 Perfect for wireless control
- 👍 Great for monitor mixes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashing frequently
- 🐛 Unreliable connection
- 🐛 Landscape mode issues
- 🐛 No iPad version
- 🐛 Inconsistent and buggy

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect phone
- Not running on iPhone 16
- Landscape mode doesn't work
- Cannot go into landscape mode
- No iPad Version

**Requested features**

- Update for iPhone 16
- Landscape mode fix
- iPad version needed
- Update app for consistency
- Add faders instead of wheel


### Playback

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playback/id751755884)

This app transforms your device into a powerful multi-track player for worship teams. It integrates with other worship production tools, offers advanced features like automation and MIDI control, and provides an intuitive interface for volunteers.

**Highlights:** Multi-track audio playback, Integration with worship production tools, Automation and MIDI control, Custom song arrangements, Setlist management, Ambient pad player

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Powerful features
- 🚀 Seamless playback
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Great for small churches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Difficult to use on multiple devices
- 🔒 Lack of free trial or demo
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Click track and guide audio issues
- Playback freezing or crashing on certain devices
- Syncing problems between multiple devices
- Rental tracks not loading properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to create and save custom setlists
- More advanced editing capabilities for individual tracks
- Tempo and key change options during live performance
- Improved MIDI integration for lyrics and lighting control
- Standalone version without subscription requirement


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PreSonus QMix® free?

PreSonus QMix® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Playback free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PreSonus QMix® or Playback?

Playback is rated higher. PreSonus QMix® averages 2.9 out of 5 from 94 ratings, while Playback averages 4.8 from 4.3K ratings.

### Do PreSonus QMix® or Playback have ads?

Neither PreSonus QMix® nor Playback shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PreSonus QMix® or Playback?

PreSonus QMix® ships an update every 4 months, and Playback every 5 weeks. Most recently, PreSonus QMix® was updated on October 19, 2026 and Playback on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*