Equalizer APO vs Boom 3D: catalog facts
 Equalizer APO |  Boom 3D |
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Free Free and open source under the GPL, distributed through SourceForge. |
Paid Paid desktop application from Global Delight. |
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Windows |
Windows, macOS |
- Works at the system level, so every application on a device is equalised
- Parametric and graphic filters, with no practical limit on bands
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- Works system-wide instead of being tied to one player
- 31 bands give fine-grained EQ control
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- Applications using ASIO or WASAPI exclusive mode bypass it entirely
- The native interface is a text configuration file; sliders need the separate Peace front end
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- Paid app with no meaningful free tier for daily use
- 3D surround effect is subjective and won't suit every listener
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Downloadable app |
Downloadable app |
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Open source |
Closed source |
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License: GPL-2.0 |
License not stated |
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No account needed |
Not stated if an account is needed |
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Works offline |
Not stated if it works offline |
Checked September 21, 2026 | Checked September 22, 2026 |
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