Head-to-head · Stem Separation Software
Fadr vs AudioShake
Fadr leads on 1 check, AudioShake on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreFadr · 9.4/10
- Free planonly Fadr
Fadr scores higher on our rubric for stem separation software: 9.4 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.
Fadr offers free plan; AudioShake doesn't.
Fadr is the better fit for creators needing broad separation and remix tools. AudioShake is the better fit for production teams needing API and real-time separation.
- Fadr fits best
Creators needing broad separation and remix tools
- AudioShake fits best
Production teams needing API and real-time separation
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Side by side
| Feature | Fadr 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | AudioShake 9.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 9.1 |
| Ranking | #1 in Stem Separation Software | #4 in Stem Separation Software |
| Best for | Creators needing broad separation and remix tools | Production teams needing API and real-time separation |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop | Cloud, Mobile, Desktop, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS | Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 8 integrations |
| Features Fadr 2/3 · AudioShake 2/3 | ||
| Batch processing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Desktop app | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| API access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Stem types | Vocals, lead vocals, background vocals, bass, instrumental, drums, kick, snare, other drums, melodies, piano, guitar, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, strings, wind, other melodies | vocals, instrumental, drums, bass, other, piano, guitar, winds, strings |
| Max upload size | 200 MB | Not checked yet |
| Max track length | 60 min | Not checked yet |
| Export formats | MP3, WAV | WAV, MP3, AAC, FLAC, AIFF, PCM |
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| Our verdict | Fadr is a web-based music technology service for musicians, producers, DJs and other creators who need to separate songs and work with the resulting audio. Its tools cover vocals, bass, drums, melodies and instrumental stems, alongside… Read the review → |
AudioShake separates mixed recordings into music stems such as vocals, instrumentals, drums, bass, piano, guitar, winds, and strings. It also handles dialogue, music, and effects, and can separate multiple speakers with diarization and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Fadr — where it wins
- Separates vocals, bass, drums, melodies and instrumental stems
- Adds MIDI, chord, key and tempo detection plus remix tools
- Plus includes WAV downloads, a DAW plugin and API access
Where it doesn't
- Basic plan does not include the 18 stem types listed for Plus
- WAV downloads, DAW plugin and API access require Plus
- Plus costs $10 USD per month
AudioShake — where it wins
- Separates vocals, instruments, dialogue, music, effects, and speakers
- Offers API access plus real-time, on-device separation through an SDK
- Supports streaming and batch processing for production workflows
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Monthly plans cap stem counts at 4, 10, or 20
- Plan highlights specify 44.1 kHz and 128 kbps output
- Fadr9.4/10 · Free plan
A free starting point for stem separation, remix tools, MIDI detection and API workflows.
Visit FadrFull verdict → - AudioShake9.1/10 · Paid
Separates music and dialogue for production workflows, with API and on-device options.
Visit AudioShakeFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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