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Head-to-head · Stem Separation Software

Fadr vs MVSEP

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Fadr #1 in Stem Separation Software 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Fadr
MVSEP #8 in Stem Separation Software 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit MVSEP

Fadr leads on 0 checks, MVSEP on 2, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 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 planboth

Fadr scores higher on our rubric for stem separation software: 9.4 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

MVSEP leads on max upload size: 1000 MB versus 200 MB. MVSEP leads on max track length: 100 min versus 60 min.

Fadr is the better fit for creators needing broad separation and remix tools. MVSEP is the better fit for high-volume web and API separation with large limits.

  • Fadr fits best

    Creators needing broad separation and remix tools

  • MVSEP fits best

    High-volume web and API separation with large limits

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Side by side

Feature Fadr 9.4/10 Visit ↗ MVSEP 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.7
Ranking #1 in Stem Separation Software #8 in Stem Separation Software
Best for Creators needing broad separation and remix tools High-volume web and API separation with large limits
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 2 integrations 6 integrations
Features Fadr 2/3 · MVSEP 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, bass, drums, other, piano, guitar, lead vocals, back vocals, choir, synth, percussion, strings, wind, brass, woodwind, speech, music, effects
Max upload size 200 MB 1000 MB (best)
Max track length 60 min 100 min (best)
Export formats MP3, WAV MP3, WAV, FLAC, M4A
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • Separates vocals, instruments, drums, bass, and other stems with multiple models
  • Premium supports files up to 100 minutes and 1000 MB, plus batch processing
  • API offers status polling, webhooks, and regional endpoints
Cons
  • 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
  • Free tiers cap files at 10 minutes and 100 MB
  • Unregistered output is limited to MP3
  • Premium uses prepaid credits, which may not suit subscription-based budgeting
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…

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MVSEP separates uploaded music and voice recordings into stems such as vocals, instruments, drums, bass, piano, guitar, and choir. Its multiple separation models and options for web, iOS, Android, and API access make it a fit for…

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  1. FadrStem Separation Software 9.4Free plan
  2. MVSEPStem Separation Software 8.7Free plan

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

  • MVSEP — where it wins

    • Separates vocals, instruments, drums, bass, and other stems with multiple models
    • Premium supports files up to 100 minutes and 1000 MB, plus batch processing
    • API offers status polling, webhooks, and regional endpoints

    Where it doesn't

    • Free tiers cap files at 10 minutes and 100 MB
    • Unregistered output is limited to MP3
    • Premium uses prepaid credits, which may not suit subscription-based budgeting
  • Fadr9.4/10 · Free plan

    A free starting point for stem separation, remix tools, MIDI detection and API workflows.

    Visit FadrFull verdict →
  • MVSEP8.7/10 · Free plan

    A broad-model separation service with large Premium limits and web, mobile, and API access.

    Visit MVSEPFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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