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Head-to-head · Stem Separation Software

MVSEP vs StemDeck

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score MVSEP #8 in Stem Separation Software 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit MVSEP
StemDeck #10 in Stem Separation Software 8.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit StemDeck

MVSEP leads on 2 checks, StemDeck on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMVSEP · 8.7/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresStemDeck · 3 of 3

MVSEP scores higher on our rubric for stem separation software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #8 and #10.

MVSEP leads on max upload size: 1000 MB versus 400 MB. MVSEP leads on max track length: 100 min versus 60 min.

MVSEP is the better fit for high-volume web and API separation with large limits. StemDeck is the better fit for musicians who want open-source local separation.

  • MVSEP fits best

    High-volume web and API separation with large limits

  • StemDeck fits best

    Musicians who want open-source local separation

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Side by side

Feature MVSEP 8.7/10 Visit ↗ StemDeck 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.5
Ranking #8 in Stem Separation Software #10 in Stem Separation Software
Best for High-volume web and API separation with large limits Musicians who want open-source local separation
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price — Free
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Self-hosted
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
Integrations 6 integrations 4 integrations
Features MVSEP 2/3 · StemDeck 3/3
Batch processing ✓ ✓
Desktop app Not checked yet ✓ (best)
API access ✓ ✓
Specs
Stem types vocals, instrumental, bass, drums, other, piano, guitar, lead vocals, back vocals, choir, synth, percussion, strings, wind, brass, woodwind, speech, music, effects vocals, drums, bass, guitar, piano, other
Max upload size 1000 MB (best) 400 MB
Max track length 100 min (best) 60 min
Export formats MP3, WAV, FLAC, M4A WAV, MP3
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • Separates vocals, drums, bass, guitar, piano, and other
  • Includes waveform editing, looping, and per-stem mixer controls
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, web, and self-hosted setups
Cons
  • 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
  • Local processing is not suited to cloud-first workflows
  • Separation is limited to the six listed stem types
  • Its verified integrations focus on YouTube, SoundCloud, Docker, and Unraid
Our verdict

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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StemDeck is an open-source audio stem-separation application for musicians, producers, and hobbyists who want to split tracks and work with the results in one place. It processes local audio files or supported URLs on the user's own…

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  1. MVSEPStem Separation Software 8.7Free plan
  2. StemDeckStem Separation Software 8.5Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 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

  • StemDeck — where it wins

    • Separates vocals, drums, bass, guitar, piano, and other
    • Includes waveform editing, looping, and per-stem mixer controls
    • Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, web, and self-hosted setups

    Where it doesn't

    • Local processing is not suited to cloud-first workflows
    • Separation is limited to the six listed stem types
    • Its verified integrations focus on YouTube, SoundCloud, Docker, and Unraid

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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