About Bass Booster Pro
I downloaded Bass Booster Pro because my old free EQ app started crashing every time I opened Spotify. I was pretty annoyed and just wanted something cheap that actually worked. For $1.99, this app from Desaxed Studio seemed like a safe bet. I wasn’t expecting miracles from my iPhone 14’s speakers or my basic earbuds, but I was hoping to at least make my study playlists and true crime podcasts sound less tinny and weak. After using it for a couple weeks, I can say it does exactly what it promises, and it’s become a little tool I use every single day without even thinking about it.
Core Features
The main thing here is the big, simple bass slider. You just drag it up and down. It’s not complicated, which is perfect for me because I don’t want to get a degree in audio engineering just to listen to music. I can give a podcast host’s voice a little more warmth or make the bass drop in an electronic track actually feel powerful. The equalizer has a bunch of presets like “Rock” and “Podcast,” and I live on those. I tried tweaking the individual bands once and got confused, so I just stick to the presets—they work great. My favorite part is that it works in the background. I open the app once, set my level, and then switch to Spotify or Apple Music. It just keeps working, which is all I really wanted.
Real-World Use
My real test was last Thursday on my 45-minute bus ride to campus. I was listening to a playlist I made for writing essays, and a song by The Strokes came on. It always sounded kinda thin through my earbuds. I opened Bass Booster Pro, tapped the “Rock” preset, and slid the bass booster up about halfway. The difference was instant. The bassline suddenly had a presence it never did before, and the whole song just felt fuller and more engaging. It didn’t sound distorted or fake, just better. I’ve also used it while watching YouTube videos on my phone in the library; the “Movie” preset makes action scenes way more immersive without me having to max out my volume and bother people around me.
Pricing & Value
As a student, I’m really careful about app subscriptions. Paying every month for something small like this is a hard no for me. The fact that Bass Booster Pro was a one-time $2 payment is what made me click “buy.” There are no ads popping up, and no begging for a premium upgrade inside the app. You pay once and you get the whole thing. Compared to the free app I had before that was covered in banners and kept breaking, paying less than a coffee for this is a way better deal. It’s a simple, focused tool that does its job well.
Updates & Support
I actually had to contact support once. When I first got it, the app wouldn’t show up as an audio source in my iPhone’s settings, so it couldn’t process sound from other apps. I was frustrated and emailed Desaxed Studio through their website. They got back to me after three days, which felt like a while, but their reply was helpful. They walked me through checking a specific iOS audio setting I didn’t even know existed. Once I fixed that, it worked perfectly. It showed me they do actually respond, even if you have to be a little patient. I’ve seen one small update since I downloaded it, which is a good sign they’re keeping it working with new iOS versions.
Data & Privacy
I checked their privacy policy before buying because some free audio apps ask for way too many permissions. Their policy is pretty straightforward. The app needs access to your media library to analyze audio, but it says it doesn’t collect or store your personal music files or listening history. All the processing happens on your device. They don’t ask for your location or contacts or anything weird. For a simple utility app like this, that’s exactly what I want to hear—it does its job without trying to take my data along for the ride.
How does the bass slider and equalizer work in Bass Booster Pro?
The main feature is a simple bass slider you drag up or down to boost low frequencies. You can also choose from presets like 'Rock' or 'Podcast' for quick tuning, or manually adjust individual bands if you prefer more control.
Does Bass Booster Pro keep working after I switch to another app like Spotify?
Yes, it works in the background. You set your desired level or preset inside Bass Booster Pro, then switch to Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube, and the audio enhancement stays active without needing to keep the app open.
Why does the audio sound distorted when I use the bass booster?
Distortion usually happens if you push the bass slider too high, especially with built-in phone speakers or low-quality earbuds. Try lowering the slider to about halfway and stick to the preset that matches your content, like 'Podcast' for speech or 'Rock' for music.
The app doesn't seem to affect my music at all. What should I check?
Make sure you've selected Bass Booster Pro as your active audio effect in your device's settings, and that your volume isn't muted. Also, confirm that you're using a compatible app—some streaming services may need a quick restart after enabling the booster.
How does Bass Booster Pro compare to free equalizer apps?
Unlike many free equalizers that crash or stop working when you switch apps, Bass Booster Pro costs $1.99 but stays reliably active in the background. Its simple interface and well-tuned presets also make it much easier to use than free tools that require complex manual adjustments.
