# Lorentz vs NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

The clearest difference is ratings volume: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 at 1.4K against Lorentz's 24. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 also leads on price ($5.99 vs $8.00). Lorentz's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.4). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Lorentz costs $8.00 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Lorentz against 4.9 for NERD Synth A2x + AUv3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 has 1.4K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Lorentz's written reviews are positive against 89% of NERD Synth A2x + AUv3's.

Lorentz ships an update monthly, NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lorentz | NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $8.00 | **$5.99** |
| Rating | [4.8 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorentz-auv3-plug-in-synth/id1016055431/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerd-synth-a2x-plus-auv3/id6478898564/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **90.3% of reviews** | 89.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 7 MB | 242 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iceWorks, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/347507439) | [AudioKit Pro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307785645) |

## What reviewers say

### Lorentz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorentz-auv3-plug-in-synth/id1016055431)

This app offers an analog-style synthesizer with a unique resonator for experimental sound design. Explore a wide range of sonic possibilities with familiar analog tones and innovative resonator effects.

**Highlights:** AUv3 compatibility, Analog-style synthesis, Integrated resonator, Experimental sound creation, Wide sound design possibilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerd-synth-a2x-plus-auv3/id6478898564)

This virtual analog synthesizer offers a powerful and intuitive sound design experience, inspired by classic hardware. Explore over 40 classic waveforms, a versatile arpeggiator, step sequencer, and lush effects to craft unique electronic music.

**Highlights:** Virtual Analog Synthesizer, 40+ Classic Waveforms, Arpeggiator, Step Sequencer, Lush Effects Suite, Four-voice Unison, AUv3 Plugin Support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Outstanding synth
- 👍 Very nice and rich sounding
- 🎨 Great presets and sound design
- 🔧 Easy to use and intuitive
- 💻 Works well in AUv3 environments

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't show up in Logic
- 🔧 Needs to be more Mac-compatible
- 🔧 Changing presets can be sluggish
- 🔧 Missing aftertouch/expression support

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't fit properly in Logic Pro for iPad
- Keyboard keys get stuck when using a controller

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Undo/redo functionality
- Improved Logic Pro integration
- Ability to change color scheme


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lorentz free?

Lorentz costs $8.00, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 free?

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Lorentz or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3?

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 is rated higher. Lorentz averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 averages 4.9 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Lorentz or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 have ads?

Neither Lorentz nor NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Lorentz or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3?

Lorentz ships an update monthly, and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. Most recently, Lorentz was updated on October 24, 2026 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*