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LitPads
What LitPads is
LitPads is a soundboard app for iOS and macOS, with a desktop app for managing multiple soundboards. Its free plan includes six boards with up to 20 pads each. Hotkey triggering and streaming integrations are supported, making it possible to trigger sounds with shortcuts and use the app alongside streaming tools. LitPads Pro costs $29.99 once, with no subscription. It includes unlimited boards and pads, iCloud sync, per-pad EQ and pitch shifting, MIDI controller support, global hotkeys on Mac, and audio ducking. LitPads Studio costs $49.99 once and includes a seven-day free trial. It combines Pro with LitLink Pro and adds per-app audio routing, EQ, and recording. Studio is available as a direct download for Mac only. LitPads has no browser app and does not offer voice effects. The free tier has explicit board and pad limits, while the one-time paid options remove those limits and add audio features.
Who it suits
LitPads suits people on iOS or macOS who want soundboards with hotkey triggering or streaming integrations. The free plan suits smaller collections; Pro and Studio offer expanded capacity and additional audio controls.
What it does well
- Free plan includes six boards and 20 pads per board.
- Supports hotkey triggering and streaming integrations.
- Pro has unlimited boards and pads for a one-time $29.99.
- Studio adds per-app audio routing, EQ, and recording.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to six boards.
- Free plan caps boards at 20 pads each.
- No browser app or voice effects.
- Studio direct download is Mac-only.
Limits
The free plan is capped at six boards and 20 pads per board. Pro removes those caps; Studio includes Pro and adds per-app audio routing, EQ, and recording.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| LitPads | Free forever · 6 boards · 20 pads per board | Free |
| LitPads Pro | One-time, no subscription · Unlimited boards and pads · iCloud sync · Per-pad EQ and pitch shifting · MIDI controller support · Global hotkeys on Mac · Audio ducking | $29.99, paid once |
| LitPads Studio | One-time; includes a 7-day free trial · LitPads Pro plus LitLink Pro · Per-app audio routing, EQ, and recording · Mac-only direct download | $49.99, paid once |
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Getting started
- Visit https://litpads.app/.
- Choose the iOS or macOS app.
- Start with the free plan, or choose Pro for a one-time $29.99 payment.
- Choose Studio for a one-time $49.99 payment and its seven-day free trial; Studio is a Mac-only direct download.
Verdict
LitPads offers a free, capped soundboard and one-time paid plans with expanded capacity and audio features. Choose between Pro and Studio based on whether you need Studio’s per-app routing and recording.
Questions
Is LitPads free?
Yes. Its free plan is free forever and includes six boards with up to 20 pads per board.
How much do the paid plans cost?
LitPads Pro costs $29.99 once, with no subscription. LitPads Studio costs $49.99 once and includes a seven-day free trial.
Which platforms does LitPads support?
LitPads is available for iOS and macOS. It has a desktop app, but no browser app.
Does LitPads support hotkeys and streaming integrations?
Yes. Hotkey triggering and streaming integrations are supported; global hotkeys on Mac are included with Pro.
What does Studio add?
Studio includes Pro and LitLink Pro, plus per-app audio routing, EQ, and recording. It is available as a direct download for Mac only.
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