Ferrite Recording Studio
iOS multitrack audio editor with serious editing depth, beloved by mobile podcasters.
iPad podcasters
Ferrite is the most serious podcast editor on iPad, full stop. Multitrack recording, precise editing, automation, effects — it does what people assumed needed a Mac DAW. Ferrite 3 Pro unlocks via $29.99 in-app purchase rather than a subscription, which is friendlier billing than most rivals.
- Most capable iOS audio editor on the market
- Multitrack with proper automation
- Pro tier is one-time $29.99 IAP, no subscription
- iOS only — no Mac or Windows version
- Steeper learning curve than Backpack Studio
- Pro features hidden behind separate IAP
Ferrite Recording Studio is the iOS audio editor that proved you really could run a podcast end-to-end from an iPad. Multitrack recording, precise waveform editing with markers, automation, effects, file import and export to standard formats, and a workflow that scales from a quick voice memo to a fully produced episode. The reason it stands out among mobile audio apps is depth. Most mobile editors top out at trimming clips and adding music; Ferrite has the editing primitives of a real DAW, just adapted thoughtfully for touch. Reporters, traveling podcasters, and creators who refuse to carry a laptop have built whole shows on it. The current version is Ferrite 3, and the Pro upgrade — which unlocks unlimited project duration and the advanced editing features — is a one-time $29.99 in-app purchase. If you already own Ferrite 2 Pro, the upgrade to 3 Pro is $14.99. That's friendlier billing than the subscription pricing creeping into competitor apps. The trade-offs are platform and pricing model. There's no Mac or Windows version, so collaborating with someone on desktop means exporting files rather than sharing projects. Compared to Backpack Studio — the BossJock successor aimed at live broadcasting — Ferrite is the editing-focused choice, while Backpack leans into live and field recording. For iPad-only podcast workflows in 2026, this is the gold standard.
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Ferrite Recording Studio FAQ
What is Ferrite Recording Studio in one line?
iOS multitrack audio editor with serious editing depth, beloved by mobile podcasters.
Who should pick Ferrite Recording Studio?
Ferrite Recording Studio is shaped for ipad podcasters. Its biggest strength: most capable ios audio editor on the market. Multitrack recording, precise editing, automation, effects — it does what people assumed needed a Mac DAW
What should I watch out for with Ferrite Recording Studio?
ios only — no mac or windows version; steeper learning curve than backpack studio. None of these are deal-breakers on their own, but they're worth knowing before you commit.
Is Ferrite Recording Studio free?
There's a free tier, and you can ship work on it before deciding to upgrade. Confirm what's included on their site.
What can I use instead of Ferrite Recording Studio?
Closest in the same category: Riverside, Zencastr, SquadCast. Each has its own shape — see the alternatives page for a side-by-side.