BoomBox Does a Lot.
Aliada Focuses on Mix Review.
Both BoomBox and Aliada were built for audio professionals. Both keep your originals untouched, take timestamped comments and keep every mix version. BoomBox is an all-in-one toolkit with splits, distribution and mobile apps. Aliada is built for review and approval: A/B comparison of any two versions, comments pinned to the waveform, and a 10 GB free plan.
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What BoomBox and Aliada Share
We're not like Dropbox or WeTransfer. Both BoomBox and Aliada understand audio workflows. Here's what we have in common:
Where Aliada Stands Out
BoomBox covers more of an artist's business. Aliada puts its effort into one job: getting a mix reviewed and approved.
A/B Version Comparison
Put any two versions of a track side by side.
Both tools keep mix history. Aliada lets team members compare any two versions directly; BoomBox documents no A/B comparison.
Comments on the Waveform
Feedback is pinned to the exact moment in the mix.
Listening from a private share link needs no account. Commenting needs a free one.
10 GB Free
Ten times the storage of BoomBox's 1 GB free plan.
Paid plans grow to 1 TB of storage and files up to 2 GB each on Studio.
Monthly Billing
Paid plans are $6, $12 or $24 a month, billed monthly.
BoomBox plans give more storage per dollar but bill yearly only. Aliada lets you pay month to month.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Aliada
Mix review and approval
- Every version kept — with notes on each
- A/B comparison — any two versions, side by side
- Waveform comments — pinned to the moment
- 10 GB free, up to 1 TB on the Studio plan
- $6/month starting price, billed monthly
BoomBox
All-in-one for producers & engineers
- Mix version history with change notes
- No A/B comparison documented
- Splits, contracts and distribution built in
- iOS and Android apps, plus macOS sync
- 1 GB free plan
- $4.20/month starting price, billed yearly
Choosing Between Two Mixes
Both tools keep every version of a mix on the same file. The difference shows up when your team has to decide which version is better:
With BoomBox
- 1. Upload Mix v2 as a new version of the file
- 2. Play v1 and listen to the chorus
- 3. Open v2 and find the same spot
- 4. Go back and forth; no A/B view is documented
- 5. Decide from memory
With Aliada
- 1. Upload Mix v2 as a new version of the track
- 2. Open A/B comparison and pick v1 and v2
- 3. Hear the two versions side by side
- 4. Pin a comment to the moment that changed
- 5. Pick the version that wins ✓
When to Choose Each Platform
Use BoomBox When:
- You want splits, contracts, distribution and mobile apps in one tool
- You want the most storage per dollar
- You don't need side-by-side A/B comparison of versions
- You prefer their specific interface
Use Aliada When:
- Your main job is getting mixes reviewed and approved
- You want A/B comparison of any two versions
- You want feedback pinned to moments on the waveform
- You want a free plan with 10 GB
- You prefer paying month to month
Complete Feature Breakdown
Audio Quality & Formats
| Feature | Aliada | BoomBox | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lossless audio support | Both preserve original quality | ||
| Format support | WAV, FLAC, MP3, OGG | All audio formats, plus DAW files, images and video | BoomBox accepts more file types; video needs a paid plan |
| Maximum file size | Up to 2 GB (by plan) | Not documented | Aliada publishes a per-file cap for every plan |
Collaboration Features
| Feature | Aliada | BoomBox | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timestamped comments | Both offer precise feedback | ||
| Waveform-pinned comments | Not documented | Feedback sits on the exact moment in the mix | |
| Version history | Every version kept, with notes | Mix versioning (all plans) | Both keep mix history |
| A/B comparison | Any two versions, for team members | Not documented | Compare versions side-by-side |
| Team collaboration | Shared projects with roles | Both support team collaboration |
Sharing & Access
| Feature | Aliada | BoomBox | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public sharing links | Both allow easy sharing | ||
| Password protection | Both offer security | ||
| Download control | Both let you control downloads | ||
| Expiring links | Not documented | Limit how long a link keeps working | |
| Embeddable player | BoomBox players can be embedded on other sites |
Storage & Pricing
| Feature | Aliada | BoomBox | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 10 GB | 1 GB | Aliada includes ten times the free storage |
| Starting price | $6/month, billed monthly | $4.20/month (billed $50/year) | BoomBox costs less but bills yearly only |
| Storage range | 10 GB – 1 TB | 1 GB – Unlimited | BoomBox offers more storage per dollar |
Platform & Apps
| Feature | Aliada | BoomBox | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web app | Both browser-based | ||
| Mobile app | Public beta | iOS, Android, macOS sync | BoomBox has shipped mobile apps; Aliada's are in public beta |
| Loop playback | Not documented | Repeat a section while you listen |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Aliada compare to BoomBox for audio collaboration?
Both tools are built for audio professionals and both keep mix versions. BoomBox is an all-in-one toolkit with splits, distribution and mobile apps. Aliada focuses on mix review: A/B comparison of any two versions for team members, comments pinned to the waveform, a 10 GB free plan and monthly billing.
Does Aliada have a free plan like BoomBox?
Yes. Aliada has a free plan for individual creators with 10 GB storage, 3 team members, and lossless originals with in-browser playback. The BoomBox free plan has 1 GB. Paid plans start at $6/month, billed monthly.
Can Aliada handle high-resolution audio files?
Yes. Aliada supports up to 192 kHz / 32-bit float audio. Your original files are stored untouched and download at full quality; playback streams a high-quality encode so it starts instantly.
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