The Audio Converter vs Format Converter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Audio Converter
Easily transform audio and video files into various popular audio formats like MP3, WAV, and M4A. Supports dozens of input formats and offers quick, cloud-based or local conversions. Save, share, or listen to your converted files directly from the app.
- Convert audio/video to MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, FLAC, OGG, WMA, AIFF
- Supports dozens of input formats (MOV, MP4, WMA, etc.)
- Fast cloud-based conversions
- Optional local conversions for popular types
- Save, share, or listen to converted files
- In-app file browser
- AirDrop support
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Quickly convert your audio or video files to nearly any audio format! 1. Select your input file 2. Choose your output format ( MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC etc. ) 3. Convert! It will only take a few seconds. 4. Save your file, or open it in your favorite app! Here are the video and audio output formats you can choose from: MP3, M4A, AAC, FLAC, OGG, WAV, WMA, AIFF You can convert from dozens of input formats, here are some of the most popular formats we support converting from: MOV, M4A, MP3, WMA, MP4, WAV, OGG, OPUS, AMR, AAC, WEBM, MID and many more! Save, Share or Listen to your converted audio files in your favorite apps immediately. You can even browse your previously converted files with our in-app file browser. After conversion, you can immediately AirDrop your files right to your Mac or another device. Conversions usually take less than 15 seconds! Conversion is done on a secure cloud server, which makes conversion easier, faster and much more battery-friendly. You must have an internet connection to use this app. Files are immediately deleted from the server after conversion. While the files are immediately deleted after conversion or cancellation, you should be aware that by using this app, you agree that your files will be sent over to internet from the app to the conversion server. We've also recently added support for local conversions for many popular conversion types. These conversions don't require a server, and are usually done almost instantly! We are continuing to add support for more local conversions with each update. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription (Premium Pass): Premium Pass beings with a free trial period, then an auto-renewable monthly subscription when trial ends. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://float.support/the-audio-converter/privacy Terms of Use: https://float.support/the-audio-converter/terms
Format Converter
This utility app converts audio, video, image, and document files between various formats. It also offers file compression, decompression, and audio extraction from videos. Batch operations and WiFi file transfer are supported.
- Video format conversion
- Audio format conversion
- Document format conversion
- Audio export from video
- File compression and decompression
- Batch file operations
- WiFi file transfer
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The Format Converter is a file management tool for format conversion of audio and video images and various office documents, as well as for quickly decompressing and compressing files. Main features: 1. Video format conversion: support OGG, WebM, WMV, MKV, AVI, MPEG, MP4, MOV, RMVB, FLV, MPEG, MPEG, ASF, 3GP, 3G2 and other video formats input and conversion; 2. Audio format conversion: support input and conversion of WAV, MP3, M4R, MP2, AAC, M4A, WMA, FLAC, AMR, AWB, OGG and other audio formats; 3. Document format conversion: support input and conversion of document formats such as TXT, DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, PDF, WPS, RTF, HTML, HTM, PPT, PPTX; 4. Audio export: quickly export the audio in the video, support the output as WAV, MP3, M4R, MP2, AAC, M4A, WMA, FLAC, AMR, AWB, OGG and other audio formats; 5. Support decompression and compression encryption of ZIP, RAR and other compressed package formats; 6. Batch operation: Provide batch operation for format conversion of files such as audio and video pictures; 7. WiFi transmission: Supports file transfer between PC and app when connecting to the same WiFi; 8. File Reception: Supports opening and sending files to the format factory in other applications. ================ VIP Service Statement ================ Unless you cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period, this subscription will automatically renew at a price of ¥15 per month after the one-month free trial period ends. The fee will be deducted from your Apple ID within 24 hours of the end of the free trial period. You can go to the App Store account settings management and unsubscribe. Any unused portion of the free trial period (if provided) will be forfeited at the time the user purchases the subscription for the publication (if applicable). By registering for this subscription, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Terms of Service:https://www.liangpinest.com/agreement.html Privacy Policy:https://www.liangpinest.com/privacy.html
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Verdict
The Audio Converter and Format Converter both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Format Converter's written reviews are positive against 35% of The Audio Converter's. Format Converter also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). The Audio Converter's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (14K vs 24). On price, rating, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. The Audio Converter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Format Converter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for The Audio Converter against 4.6 for Format Converter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Audio Converter has 14K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of The Audio Converter's written reviews are positive against 100% of Format Converter's.
The Audio Converter ships an update every 2 months, Format Converter every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Audio Converter | Format Converter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (14K ratings) | 4.6 (24 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 14K — better | 24 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Float Tech, LLC | 杨杨 戴 |
Customer experience
The Audio Converter
Format Converter
Bugs and requests
The Audio Converter
Reported bugs
3 issues- Conversion errors
- Inconsistent behavior with file sizes
- Login/subscription issues
Requested features
4 requests- Bulk file conversion
- Local file conversion (no uploads)
- More audio format support (e.g. OPUS)
- Volume/quality control for converted files
Format Converter
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
The Audio Converter
- Premium Pass7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Premium Pass3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Premium Pass3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Pass$12.99
- Lifetime Pass$29.99
- Lifetime Pass Promo$29.99
Format Converter
- Format Factory (PRO)3 Days trial$1.497 Days
- Format Converter Pro (1 Week)$1.497 Days
- Format Factory (PRO)3 Days trial$1.991 Month
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- Format Converter Pro (1 Month)$2.491 Month
- Format Converter Pro (1 Year)3 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Advanced Privileges$2.99
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