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Faders compared

Honest head-to-heads with the other per-app volume apps for Mac. Every page says where the other app is better, because for some people it is.

Faders vs…

Faders vs eqMacAn equalizer vs a mixer. eqMac wins if you want EQ, and its EQ is free.Faders vs FineTuneFree and open source vs paid. FineTune wins on price, EQ and multi-output.Faders vs Sound ControlSimilar price. Sound Control wins on EQ, effects and older macOS.Faders vs SoundDialThe closest rival. SoundDial wins on EQ, profiles and the App Store.Faders vs SoundSourceThe $49 pro mixer vs the lightweight one. SoundSource wins on EQ, effects and AirPlay.

Looking for an alternative to…

eqMac alternativesPer-app volume without Pro, and options without a virtual audio driver.FineTune alternativesFor Sonoma users, call-heavy days or anyone who wants a paid, supported app.Sound Control alternativesFor simpler pricing, call ducking, a free option or AirPlay.SoundDial alternativesFor monitor volume keys, device rules, a free option or pro effects.SoundSource alternativesFree and cheaper per-app mixers, ranked honestly. Some of them beat Faders.

Buying guides

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