# AmpliTube CS — user reviews > 482 indexed App Store user reviews of AmpliTube CS by IK Multimedia US, LLC. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amplitube-cs/id373309342/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amplitube-cs/id373309342.md ## What do users think of AmpliTube CS? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🚀 Great for practice and recording - 👍 Excellent amp and effect modeling - 🎨 Vast selection of amps and pedals - 🎛️ Intuitive and easy-to-use interface - 💰 Good value for money **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes and stability issues - 🔇 Poor sound quality and latency - 💰 Expensive in-app purchases - 🔒 Purchases not transferable across devices - 🤯 Confusing and cluttered UI **Commonly reported bugs** - Compatibility issues with iOS 16 - Distorted and sped-up audio playback - Metronome and tempo controls not working - Purchases not restoring after reinstall - Frequent crashes and freezes **Most requested features** - Ability to import songs from music library - Improved recording and looping capabilities - More bass-focused amp and effect options - Better integration with other music apps - Grandfathered access to all purchases ## Newest reviews (17 of 482) ### 3/5 — Сохранение своих пресетов *2025-12-01* Почему нет сохранения своих пресетов? Ведь в случае переустановки приложения всё теряется. В Bias Fx 2, например есть функция сохранения в облаке сервера. Или я что- то не знаю? Это упущение и очень большое. ### 3/5 — Pretty sweet, recording unstable *2025-01-22, version 4.14.3* Although it works great for guitar amp emulation etc, recording stops randomly. ### 4/5 — Honestly doesn’t not deserve the hate *2025-01-05, version 4.14.3* I freaking love this app. BUT, it’s only worth it if you have an iRig, and some gear of your own (pedals, etc) People have been complaining about the pay walls. The only purchase I have made is access to the full recording software, which is 24 bucks. But money well spent man, this app is really easy to use once you get the hang of it. But other pay walls are for things like pedals for sound effects, and you can get a bundle of them for like 24 bucks too. People, most pedals cost like $100 EACH. So it’s a pretty good deal. If you have your own pedals your set though, completely compatible with whatever you wanna use. ### 1/5 — Couldn’t get it to work *2024-12-11, version 4.14.3* I was trying to setup an iRig HD 2. But the interface in the app doesn’t fit in my iPhone screen. The edges of the app were cut off so menus were unusable. Very frustrating. ### 3/5 — Does not work *2024-09-15* The us is garbage!! ### 3/5 — Too much locked, too complicated. *2024-09-08, version 4.14.3* First the interface is beautiful with faithful recreations but it’s way too expensive for what it offers. I couldn’t figure out how to import a clean well played guitar riff to reamp it without connecting to a computer? Really? Why do I have to be a software engineer just to import a guitar riff. the whole point of that function is to reamp or slowdown to learn to play it better. They limit way too much behind a paywall. Im kinda bummed because it really is gorgeous. I’d recommend this if you have money,don’t need to import audio, and just wanna practice, then it’s probably a decent value, but there isn’t too many good reviews. They seem to be taking a “my way or the highway” approach with the locked options. Um, no. There are plenty of free VST guitar amp software and standalone amps. Check for yourself. ### 1/5 — Purchases don’t activate *2024-08-24, version 4.14.3* The sounds really aren’t very good. The strobe tuner is the only thing I find useful in it. Also purchased the all-in bundle on sale at new years 2022 and it never activated on the app. Other purchases stopped working and was give. The option in app to purchase them again. Kinda scammy but decided that it probably wasn’t even worth contacting the company anyways. Oh well. ### 2/5 — irig hdx iphone15promax つかえない？（ ; ; ） *2024-07-13* エフェクターもアンプも一切適用されず、2万円無駄にしたかもと泣いてます。 ### 3/5 — IOS 17 *2024-07-05* O app não está mais funcionando no IOS 17 ### 1/5 — Don’t buy IK *2024-06-14, version 4.14.3* An app that comes with $150 piece of hardware should come with free basic software. ### 2/5 — Good Tone, Weird Licensing *2024-04-23, version 4.14.3* The Good: - Tone is top-notch - Good selection of models - CPU-efficient The Bad: - Is not at feature parity with the VST version. Where’d all the reverb, delay, and other modules go for post-effects? Where’s the room mics? The DI? That’s some of the best parts! - Crashes inexplicably. I’m not sure it’s reliable enough for stage work. The Ugly: - I was really confused by the licensing. I own MAX, should I have to buy the paid iOS app? Or can I just get CS and it will unlock everything? - Support. IK Multimedia support is very slow to respond, if at all. When they do… it’s like they’re just trying to get the ticket closed and not actually help you. ### 1/5 — Update sounds like blown speaker *2024-02-08, version 4.14.3* This is the second update that didn't work , the one not so long ago rendered irig pro to the equivalent of a blown speaker , oh how I wish I did not update this hack . You can't tell me it wasent on purpose . You think I'm going to buy your new device only to have it hacked in a few years ? Nawww. Fix it and l will take this review down ### 1/5 — Wont unlock purchased upgrade *2023-12-12, version 4.14.2* Wont unlock version that came with i rig hdx . Tried everything and cant contact a person to help , tried calling and tech service wont take calls . Makes me want to return my irig and go with scarlet ### 1/5 — Purchases go away *2023-11-07, version 4.14.2* I bought the full version that includes all amps, which I believe costs $150. After a while it stopped working and IK Multimedia had me re-upload the app. After that my purchase of the complete version was not recognized and I could not access all amps. IK support told me to re-purchase and they would populate for free. A bit skeptical, I did not want to take a chance on losing another $150, so I tried to buy a “SVT pack” for $25; it did not repopulate but instead charged me another $25. Stay away from this app, unless you like to get ripped off AND have an app that does not work properly ### 3/5 — TONEX? *2023-11-02, version 4.14.2* Is it possible to use TONEX pedal or amp like on pc? The possibilities of the app are nice. But it feels kinda old compared to TONEX app. Would be nice to get a small revamp! Could be nice to be able to sync favorite between mobile and pc too! ### 1/5 — Unusable *2023-10-14, version 4.14.2* I can’t even use the iRig now with newer style iPhones. Who wants to listen to that through iPhone speakers. Figure out how to add bluetooth. ### 1/5 — iPhone版とiPad版で相互性がない *2023-09-24* iPhone版からiPadに乗り換えを検討しましたが、iPhone版とiPad版の相互性無いようなので断念 ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Aplicativo horrível. *2026-07-04* Quando aperto pra restaurar as compras o aplicativo crasha e não abre mais. Tem que reinstalar e não consigo restaurar minhas compras. ### 1/5 — Thieves *2026-06-30, version 4.14.5* Revoked my email address and kept the money. Forcing me to buy everything i purchased all over again. You are bias and mean. Disrespectful dishonest and cruel. I want my purchases. And fyi. MY EMAIL ADDRESS HASENT CHANGED IN DECADES. CLOWNS ### 1/5 — Refuses to open *2026-06-26, version 4.14.5* Made in app purchase. Bad decision. Now app wont open even after reinstall. ### 1/5 — This app sucks *2026-06-11, version 4.14.5* I can’t even open it. Crashes right away ### 1/5 — Crashes immediately *2026-06-07, version 4.14.5* Crashes as soon as I open it. ### 1/5 — App crashes with irig HD2 in iOS 26 *2026-05-10* Keeps crashing on startup - very sad, money seems lost ### 1/5 — Crashes *2026-03-13, version 4.14.5* Can’t even start the app. See the splash screen and then it dies. ### 1/5 — Garbage *2025-12-21, version 4.14.5* This is so patchy! One day its working the next I cant get a signal, then the amps i bought have no effect on the tone. Watched you tube videos and read the manual, changed chords, such a waste of time and money. You want to write songs find something else this will drive you mental ### 1/5 — It’s a scam *2025-12-08, version 4.14.5* What they want you to do is buy the Irig or some compatible device with this app, download it then spend 25 bucks for sounds you actually want your instrument to sound like. If I were you I would just use the free garage band for iPhone it’s basically the same thing just you don’t have to pay anything. ### 1/5 — Mediocre *2024-12-31, version 4.14.3* The iRig itself is pretty cool for live streaming or recording to an iPhone, and the app works ok for that, but the effects like overdrive and amp simulation on the app are horrific. It sounds like you plugged into a $5 temu amp. They also limit you to only one amp, two or three effects, and everything else is “Buy Now”. Also, it has some weird glitches. If you record into any app, when you play the audio back you have to close this app from the background, or your phone will play the audio back at like 1% volume. Its weird. I wouldn’t buy this thing for guitar effects or recording, only for a way to input a signal directly into an iPhone or iPad for live performances. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — UI design needs work and some functional improvements *2026-07-25* I do like the dsp algorithms and amp models and am more than willing to buy more packs, however, certain things need to be addressed in time hopefully sooner. Looper needs to be able to delete individual loop segments without having to delete the whole 4 loops to get rid of one. Button panel arrangements to switch to different areas such as tuner, amps, drums etc need to streamlined. Everything needs to be one click not two clicks and then a button press away. Tuner absolutely needs to be given away for free. If 442 Hz tuning needs 10 dollars store purchase this is straight off a rip off. Aren’t the packs enough dough already? Multitrack recorder DAW needs better project management page and crystal clear menus not some hidden clicks somewhere invisible. Come on Amplitube team, you have a great product, why give it a compromised design?? Even if you prefer to sell the Desktop version more, iPhones work perfectly well, why don’t you just give us what we want?. I am using it for 7 years now. ### 5/5 — BlueBoard não conecta no iOS 12.5.8 *2026-05-19* O BlueBoard parou de se conectar diretamente com o app na atualização do iOS 12.5.8. No iOS 12.5.7 funcionava normalmente (iPhone 5s e iPad Air 1°). Por favor, corrijam isto! Obrigado ### 5/5 — Love it but for home and studio only *2024-02-03, version 4.14.3* I would say it’s really good for home practice and recording but not so much for playing at gigs it won’t replace you full effect pedal ### 5/5 — FX button *2023-07-12, version 4.14.1* I record on 1 channel with FX then I use the channel 2 to record using FX but then the channel 1 doesn’t work…it sounds distorted and has no effects, please fix/enable all FX/effects to work all at once! ### 5/5 — Great *2023-06-10, version 4.14.1* Nothing wrong with this app. Everything works well, just as described. ### 5/5 — Problems IOS 16 *2022-11-04* After updating to IOS 16 it started to emit an extremely uncomfortable noise. Help please. ### 5/5 — ios16 대응해주세요 *2022-10-05* 잘 사용하고 있었는데 이번 업데이트 이후 소리가 안나네요 빠른대응 기다립니다 ### 5/5 — My rig on the go! *2022-07-22, version 4.13* Let’s be real, it’s annoying to have to lug around your amps, cabs, and FX everywhere. So why not make it easier on yourself and have it all in an app on your iPhone and/or ipad? AmpliTube is that solution. This app makes recording and playing on the go so much easier for me. The physical modeling can be easily reflected within the app as all the gear in there sounds like the real deal. Always looking forward to the next update! ### 5/5 — Great app one of the best *2021-12-20, version 4.12.1* I don’t know what all these negative reviews are about. I have owned this app for quite awhile I have everything it offers. It looks great sounds great. Love all the extra packages. Only problem is I usually have to unplug my interface from my iPad and then plug it right back in for it to work. I don’t no why but if this helps anyone. Unplug and plug back in from the lightning connector. Also too long in between any updates new sounds for iOS and such. I have both AmpliTube 5 and 4 on my Mac. Also irig keys the irig pads micro monitors the irig 1 irig 2 irig hd irig pro duo 1 st one and the I loud speaker which I LOVE and the I klip stand and adapters. Love it all. I use my iPad more a lot more Otherwise great job. ### 5/5 — I love it! *2021-11-13, version 4.12.1* Bought the iRig 2 years ago used all the basic free stuff for quiet home playing and recording and it was fantastic for putting ideas together. I do prefer the iPad layout to the iPhone but that’s only because of screen size. But I Really enjoyed it so I bought the iRig HD 2 just an amazing little device. All the bonus content for the app it comes with is great more then I need I’m sure but it makes the app way more versatile with endless possibilities. I love that I can connect my Blackstar Series One and my own stomp boxes to the iRig HD 2 through to my iPad or Mac and use my actual rig for recording. Great work guys love your apps and interfaces 🤘🏻 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*