Best Hoverophone alternatives: apps like Hoverophone: Theremin Synth

Whether you want more options like Hoverophone or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Hoverophone

Gesture Synth - Music Maker by Vladislav Dugnist

play notes with your hands

Editor's Choice

4.8(16 ratings)

Free

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Create music by playing notes with hand gestures and sing along to your favorite songs. Record your performances and share them instantly on social media. Explore melodies and turn your movements into a unique musical instrument.

Syntheremin: Theremin Synth by XYK LLC

A theremin played in the air

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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Etherpad by Dinesh Yadav

Music synthesis & soundscapes

Worth Considering

Bend sounds with your hands

4.9(20 ratings)

Free

Create evolving soundscapes and ambient textures with an intuitive touch-based music synthesizer. Explore generative music without needing music theory, perfect for relaxation or creative expression.

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Particle Chimes: Ambient Synth

Generative soundscape visuals

Generative soundscapesDiverse instrument tonesInteractive visualizers

Create generative ambient music and captivating visualizers with this sonic instrument. Explore diverse soundscapes, from gentle strings to glass bells, and customize your experience with various visual themes. Easily record and share your creations, or use it for relaxation and focus.

free with in-app purchases

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Synesthesia Synth

Audiovisual synthesizer

Experimental audio-visual instrumentSculpt evolving spatial audioManipulate floating capsules

An experimental audio-visual instrument that allows users to sculpt evolving spatial audio by manipulating floating capsules. Position, rotation, and pulse changes affect tone, texture, and synchronized particle generation. It's a visual synthesizer, not a game.

(2)

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Magic Phone Theremin Emulator

Wave Organ

Theremin emulationTone control via hand gesturesVolume control via hand gestures

This app emulates a theremin, allowing you to control tone with one hand and volume with the other by hovering over your phone's screen. Experience unique musical expression through intuitive gesture control.

(1)

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AirBending: MIDI Controller

Hand gestures MIDI controller

Hands-free MIDI and OSC controlUse iPhone/iPad camera for trackingWireless connection to Mac and hardware

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a hands-free MIDI and OSC controller using just your hands. Control music software, synthesizers, or play built-in instruments with expressive gestures. Supports wireless connection to computers and hardware.

free with in-app purchases

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Vagabond Synth

by Matthew Caldwell

Standalone or AUv3 instrument16 voice polyphonyMultiple oscillators per voice

This is a free wavetable synthesizer app that can be used standalone or as an AUv3 instrument. It offers 16 voice polyphony, multiple oscillators, a switchable filter, modulation, and effects. It also includes a MIDI processor for generating musical sequences.

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