Documented features
| Feature | MP95 | Roon |
|---|---|---|
| Reviewed edition | MP95 for Mac Source | Roon system; server, outputs and mobile apps differ Source |
| Payment model | Free tier; Pro monthly, annual or lifetime Source | Monthly, annual or lifetime licence Source |
| Local / offline music | Local files; no MP95 account required Source | Local library via Roon system Source |
| Documented formats | MP3, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, WAV, AIFF and more Source | Popular file formats; check output path Source |
| File transfer | Finder files and folders Source | Not verified |
| Cloud / server sources | Accessible local or mounted folders Source | TIDAL and Qobuz integrations Source |
| Gapless | Gapless; matching-rate joins and file metadata matter Source | Not verified |
| Loudness adjustment | ReplayGain track / album tags Source | Not verified |
| Crossfade | No crossfade; optional pauses are separate Source | Not verified |
| Equalizer | 10-band graphic EQ Source | Not verified |
| 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 | Not verified |
| Visualizer / analyzer | Music-reactive visualizers Source | Not verified |
| Widgets | Not verified | Not verified |
| Car integration | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lyrics | Not verified | Not verified |
| DSD handling | DSF/DFF decoded to PCM; no native DSD or DoP Source | Not verified |
| DAC / output controls | Supported rate matching; bypass processing for unchanged samples Source | Bit-perfect playback advertised; output/setup-dependent 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.
Roon: documented strengths
Roon combines library metadata, streaming integrations, DSP and supported network outputs. It offers monthly, annual and lifetime payment options; ARC adds a mobile listening workflow.
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 Roon for an integrated library and playback system. Consider MP95 for a direct local-player workflow. A Roon remote and Roon ARC are not interchangeable product descriptions.
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.
Roon
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.