Documented features
| Feature | MP95 | Flacbox |
|---|---|---|
| Reviewed edition | MP95 for iPhone / iPad Source | Flacbox for iPhone, iPad and Mac Source |
| Payment model | Free tier; Pro monthly, annual or lifetime Source | Free download; optional Premium upgrades Source |
| Local / offline music | Local files; no MP95 account required Source | Local files and offline downloads Source |
| Documented formats | MP3, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, WAV, AIFF and more Source | Broad format list; FFmpeg and BASS engine options Source |
| File transfer | Files folders, AirDrop and app file sharing Source | USB/SD, Wi-Fi and file sharing Source |
| Cloud / server sources | Files providers; provider access/download may require internet Source | Cloud services; SMB, WebDAV, FTP and media servers Source |
| Gapless | Gapless; matching-rate joins and file metadata matter Source | Not verified |
| Loudness adjustment | ReplayGain track / album tags Source | EBU R128 loudness normalization; not dependent on ReplayGain tags Source |
| Crossfade | No crossfade; optional pauses are separate Source | Not verified |
| Equalizer | 10-band graphic EQ Source | 10-band EQ; additional DSP Source |
| Headphone crossfeed | BS2B; Pro on Apple Source | Not verified |
| Headphone correction profiles | Import parametric AutoEQ profile Source | Not verified |
| Tag editing | MP3, FLAC and M4A; supported writable files Source | Tag editor Source |
| Visualizer / analyzer | Music-reactive visualizers Source | Real-time visualizer Source |
| Widgets | Home Screen playback widgets; iOS version limits Source | Widgets Source |
| Car integration | Not verified | CarPlay Source |
| Lyrics | Not verified | Lyrics Source |
| DSD handling | DSF/DFF decoded to PCM; no native DSD or DoP Source | DSD support; check engine and output mode Source |
| DAC / output controls | Supported rate matching; bypass processing for unchanged samples Source | Custom output rate and channel settings; automatic file-rate matching not established Source |
| Advertising | No ads in free or paid tier Source | Not verified |
Not verified means this review has not established the feature for the named edition; it does not mean absent. Links beside entries lead to supporting product documentation. Hardware support, app versions, subscriptions and add-ons can change the result.
Flacbox: documented strengths
Flacbox combines cloud and local playback with selectable audio engines, DSP and DSD support. It also lists a visualizer, widgets, tag editing and CarPlay.
MP95: capabilities and limits
MP95 plays your own files with a retro interface, EQ, ReplayGain, gapless and optional sound processing. DSD is converted to PCM; native DSD and DoP are not provided. Rate matching depends on the operating system, output route and hardware. Processing must be bypassed when checking unchanged samples.
On Android the app is free. On Apple platforms there is a free tier and optional Pro plans, including a lifetime option. MP95 does not include a streaming music catalogue. External file providers may need their own account or internet connection.
Choosing for your library
Consider Flacbox for cloud/NAS access and its audio-engine options. Compare its DSP with MP95 on the files and output device you use.
Sources and review scope
Reviewed 17 October 2026. This page is published by the developer of MP95. Competitor entries describe claims in the linked official documentation, not independent hardware tests. We have not tested every feature or configuration.
Flacbox
Payment models are compared without regional price quotes. Check the store for your country, current terms and any optional purchases.
Frequently asked questions
Does “Not verified” mean the feature is missing?
No. It means this review has not confirmed the feature for the edition shown. Check the linked product documentation or ask the developer before relying on it.
Is this an independent review?
No. MP95 is our app. We link the official sources used for competitor claims, identify the reviewed edition and separate unknowns from documented features.
Can a playlist or protected download move between these apps?
Do not assume so. File permissions, DRM, playlist formats and app databases differ. Keep originals and check each app’s import and export documentation.