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AudioRelay vs Loopback

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

AudioRelay

4.0
Media & Design

Stream audio between your devices

Loopback

7.5
Media & Design

Cable-free audio router

Metric AudioRelay Loopback
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 4.0 7.5
30-day Installs 37 173
90-day Installs 101 470
365-day Installs 316 1.9K
Version 0.27.5 2.4.9
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1 13.2K
GitHub Forks - 1.2K
Open Issues - 18
License NOASSERTION
Language JavaScript
Last GitHub Commit 13y ago 2y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

AudioRelay

AudioRelay allows users to stream audio between their devices, making it ideal for sharing music or podcasts effortlessly. It provides a seamless experience for those who need to transfer audio across devices without interruption.

Enables real-time audio streaming between devices.

Pros

  • + Stream audio between devices seamlessly
  • + Cross-device compatibility is a key feature
  • + Available via Homebrew for easy installation

Cons

  • - No updates since 2012
  • - Lack of community support or documentation

Loopback

Loopback is a powerful audio routing tool that enables complex audio setups without physical cables. It's ideal for content creators, gamers, and professionals who need flexible audio routing capabilities.

Loopback routes audio between applications and devices without the need for physical cables.

Pros

  • + Highly flexible audio routing capabilities
  • + Professional-grade tool for audio professionals
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates

Cons

  • - Pricing may be steep for casual users
  • - Steep learning curve for complex setups