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Equalizer314 vs RootlessJamesDSP: catalog facts
Equalizer314	RootlessJamesDSP
Free Free and open source.	Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Android	Android
Parametric EQ using the DynamicsProcessing API Visual feedback while adjusting audio	System-wide audio effects without root Based on the JamesDSP engine
Still in beta Android only	Needs Shizuku or ADB for initial setup Rootless method has limitations the developer warns may be deal-breaking
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-3.0-only	License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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