# MelodyLab vs Acapella from PicPlayPost

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MelodyLab at none against Acapella from PicPlayPost's 10. MelodyLab also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 14.4). Acapella from PicPlayPost's advantage is ratings volume (25K vs 176) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Acapella from PicPlayPost sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. MelodyLab asks for nothing beyond the download.

Acapella from PicPlayPost holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Acapella from PicPlayPost has 25K ratings behind it against 176, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of MelodyLab's written reviews are positive against 48% of Acapella from PicPlayPost's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MelodyLab ships an update every 2 months, Acapella from PicPlayPost every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MelodyLab | Acapella from PicPlayPost |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (176 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melodylab/id789891225/reviews) | **[4.6 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acapella-from-picplaypost/id924635678/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 176 | **25K** |
| Positive reviews | **50.5% of reviews** | 47.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#135** |
| Size | 16 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 14.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Mats Eriksson](https://appshunter.io/developer/789891228) | [Mixcord Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/336456537) |

## What reviewers say

### MelodyLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melodylab/id789891225)

Record yourself playing an instrument or singing, then layer additional recordings to build a complete song. Export your multi-track musical creations as videos to share with others. Become your own band with this intuitive music creation tool.

**Highlights:** Multi-track video recording, Layered audio recordings, Create original songs, Export video to photo album, Share with friends, Import existing videos, Adjust volumes and re-record

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎵 Great for creating harmonies and multi-track recordings
- 🎬 Simple video recording with multiple layout options
- ✨ Fun and creative tool for musicians
- 🎤 Allows hearing previous recordings while recording new parts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- ⏱️ Persistent sync and timing problems between tracks
- 🔊 Missing volume control for 3x3 format layouts
- 📤 Export functionality broken or unreliable
- ⚠️ Performance lag when recording multiple parts

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when exporting videos
- App crashes when attempting to record
- Sync issues causing audio to play out of time
- App freezes after naming new project
- Recording stops after a few seconds on older devices

**Requested features**

- Bluetooth headphone and wireless mic support
- Metronome functionality built into app
- Ability to re-record individual tracks/windows
- More layout options beyond 2x2, 3x3, and 4x4
- Inter-app audio support for external music apps


### Acapella from PicPlayPost

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acapella-from-picplaypost/id924635678)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Create multi-frame music videos and collaborate with musicians worldwide. This app offers multitrack recording, advanced audio editing tools, and social sharing capabilities. Record songs, import videos, and enhance your sound with professional-grade effects.

**Highlights:** Multitrack recording up to 10 minutes, Audio editing with EQ and noise gate, Collaborate with musicians globally, Create multi-frame music videos, Import videos for acapella creation, Share video with CD quality audio, Download Apple lossless audio

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Singing App Pro (mo) | $9.99 | per month |
| Multitrack Editor Pro (yr) | $47.99 | per year |
| Frames Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Frames Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Frames Pack 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3 minutes | $2.99 | one-time |
| Branding Watermark | $2.99 | one-time |
| Custom Frames | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3 minutes Superpack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 10 minutes + Everything | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Great app for singing and harmonizing
- 👍 Easy to use and collaborate
- 💡 Allows for creative expression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Audio sync and latency issues
- 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Audio disappearing or becoming distorted
- Inability to log in or access account
- Crashing when changing input/output settings
- Delayed or out-of-sync playback

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit individual video tracks
- Option to save projects and resume later
- Improved audio quality and effects
- Support for Bluetooth headphones


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MelodyLab free?

MelodyLab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Acapella from PicPlayPost free?

Acapella from PicPlayPost is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MelodyLab or Acapella from PicPlayPost?

Acapella from PicPlayPost is rated higher. MelodyLab averages 4.3 out of 5 from 176 ratings, while Acapella from PicPlayPost averages 4.6 from 25K ratings.

### Do MelodyLab or Acapella from PicPlayPost have ads?

Neither MelodyLab nor Acapella from PicPlayPost shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MelodyLab or Acapella from PicPlayPost?

MelodyLab ships an update every 2 months, and Acapella from PicPlayPost every 3 weeks. Most recently, MelodyLab was updated on November 1, 2026 and Acapella from PicPlayPost on November 10, 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.*