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RootlessJamesDSP vs Equalizer314: catalog facts
RootlessJamesDSP	Equalizer314
Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.	Free Free and open source.
Android	Android
System-wide audio effects without root Based on the JamesDSP engine	Parametric EQ using the DynamicsProcessing API Visual feedback while adjusting audio
Needs Shizuku or ADB for initial setup Rootless method has limitations the developer warns may be deal-breaking	Still in beta Android only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-3.0	License: GPL-3.0-only
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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