Audio Unit Player vs PitchFlowWiz
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Audio Unit Player
This music player allows real-time audio processing including time stretching, pitch shifting, and equalization. It functions as an AUv3 host and supports A-B loop playback, center cancel, and background audio. Import audio files from other apps for practice or performance.
- Real-time time stretch (0.5-2.0x speed)
- Real-time pitch shift (-1 to +1 octave)
- 31-band equalizer with presets
- Adjustable reverb with presets
- AUv3 host functionality
- A-B loop playback
- Audio file import from other apps
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This app is a music player that can process the following effects in real time. - Time stretch (0.5-2.0 double speed) - Pitch shift (-1 ~ +1 octave) - 31 band equalizer - Reverb - AUv3 (Audio Unit v3) host [Use cases] - Karaoke's training. (Can be changed speed units of 10%, pitch shift in semitones easily) - Can playback at reduced tempo to copy phrase for guitar or bass, the keyboard instrument. - Can playback by changing the pitch to play by changing the key in the band performance (Developer himself has experience). [Function] - Perform time stretch (50 - 200%) / pitch shift (-12 - +12) in real time. - 31 bands EQ (Hz: 20, 25, 31.5, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630, 800, 1k, 1.25k, 1.6k, 2k, 2.5k, 3.15k, 4k, 5k, 6.3k, 8k, 10k, 12.5k, 16k, 20k). - EQ preset (Abundant Built-in Presets / Custom Presets). - Reverb: Adjustable decay time (Low freq, High freq) / 13 presets - Reverb preset (Built-in Presets / Custom Presets) - Can be used as an AUv3 host. - A-B loop playback. - Center Cancel / Center Emphasis. - Lch, Rch each mute. - Quick fast forward, rewind (specify the number of seconds). - Check and set current position graphically in wave view. - Supports Auto-Lock ON/OFF. - Supports background playback. - Supports export (file writing) function (Each effect (speed/pitch/EQ) value set for each song is also reflected. The range specified in the loop section is output.) In addition to loading "music" data included in the standard music app, it also supports the function to import audio files from other apps ("Voice Memos" etc.). [How to import from "Voice Memos"] 1. Start the app "Voice Memos" and tap the mark "..." of the file to be imported from the list. 2. Tap "Share" on the sheet displayed from the bottom. 3. Tap "More" found by scrolling the displayed list of sharing destination apps to the right. 4. Select "AU Player" if available. The file is copied to this app. ================================================ [Note 1] This application will not be able to read songs of the following formats. - Songs from Apple Music, iCloud, iTunes Match - Songs that are protected by digital copyright (DRM) [Note 2] Depending on the state of your device, your custom AUv3 effects may not appear in the list. As a solution, you can solve the problem by starting "GarageBand" once and restarting this app. ================================================
PitchFlowWiz
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Play any MP3 at the pitch you need — instantly. PitchFlow is built for musicians, singers, and anyone who learns by ear. Load a song and shift its pitch up or down in real time without changing the tempo. Whether you're transposing a song to match your vocal range, learning a guitar riff in a different key, or slowing down a challenging passage to practice, PitchFlow gives you precise control in a beautiful, intuitive interface. Pitch control that feels natural Shift pitch by a half step or whole step with a single tap — just like tuning a guitar string. Need something in between? Use the fine tune slider for cent-level precision across a full two-octave range. Designed for practice Drag the progress bar to jump to any moment in a track. Controls stay visible on your lock screen so you can adjust pitch without unlocking your phone. Your last five tracks are remembered automatically — no re-picking every time you open the app. Simple and focused No subscriptions. No accounts. No ads. Your audio never leaves your device. Features Shift pitch up or down by half step, whole step, or any amount in between Scrub to any point in a track with the seekable progress bar Lock screen and Control Center playback controls Remembers your 5 most recently played files Plays MP3s and other common audio formats Background playback — keeps playing when your screen locks Built for iOS 26 with Liquid Glass design Perfect for: Guitarists · Vocalists · Music students · Choir singers · Session musicians · Anyone learning songs by ear
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PitchFlowWiz at none against Audio Unit Player's 1. PitchFlowWiz also leads on ads (none vs shown). Audio Unit Player's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 27.1). On price 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
Both are free to download. Audio Unit Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PitchFlowWiz asks for nothing beyond the download.
Audio Unit Player ships an update every 2 weeks, PitchFlowWiz every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Audio Unit Player | PitchFlowWiz |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (32 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 27.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Loop-Sessions.LLC. | James Roche |
In-app purchases
Audio Unit Player
- Always remove banner ads.$3.99
PitchFlowWiz
No in-app purchases
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