# EHX NYC vs SynthMaster 2

The clearest difference is price: EHX NYC at Free against SynthMaster 2's $14.99. EHX NYC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 32) and ads (none vs shown). SynthMaster 2's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 2.3) and review sentiment (68% vs 30%). On update cadence there is nothing between them.

EHX NYC is free to download; SynthMaster 2 costs $14.99 up front. SynthMaster 2 sells 32 one-off in-app purchases. EHX NYC asks for nothing beyond the download.

SynthMaster 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SynthMaster 2 has 451 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of EHX NYC's written reviews are positive against 68% of SynthMaster 2's.

EHX NYC ships an update every 5 weeks, SynthMaster 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EHX NYC | SynthMaster 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $14.99 |
| Rating | [2.3 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ehx-nyc/id1020430359/reviews) | **[4.8 (451 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **451** |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | **68.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 98 MB | 918 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Electro-Harmonix](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017393973) | [KV331 Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/944155925) |

## What reviewers say

### EHX NYC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ehx-nyc/id1020430359)

Discover the latest effects pedals and watch product demos from a renowned guitar effects pedal creator. Browse a digital catalog and find authorized dealers in your area.

**Highlights:** Latest effects pedal information, Product demo videos, Digital catalog browsing, Dealer locator, Iconic guitar effects pedal discovery

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### SynthMaster 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584)

This powerful software synthesizer offers a vast array of sound design capabilities, including multiple oscillator modes, extensive modulation options, and a wide selection of filters. Explore over 1000 factory presets or create your own unique sounds. Available as a standalone app or AUv3 plugin.

**Highlights:** Multiple oscillator modes (Basic, Additive, Wavetable, Vector), Extensive modulation architecture, 6 filter categories, Import custom wave files, 1000+ factory presets, Standalone app and AUv3 plugin

**In-app purchases (32)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BigTone Tableworks Vol.2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Burak Yeter Synth Sounds Vol1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Aiyn Zahev Expansion 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Tableworks Vol.1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Michael Kastrup Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| EDM Stars Volume 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nori Ubukata Pop Hits Vol.4 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Rob Lee EDM Expansion Vol.2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Alonso Sound Future Rave | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nori Ubukata Pop Hits Vol.1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Techno Bits Vol.1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Club Sequences Vol.1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dawn of Electronic Music Vol.2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Nori Ubukata Art Rock Basics | $2.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Analog Basics 02 | $4.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Analog Basics | $4.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Signature Sounds Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NU Sounds of the World | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Japan Vintage | $4.99 | one-time |
| NatLife Future Bass Sounds | $4.99 | one-time |
| Danyella EDM Expansion Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dawn of Electronic Music Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dawn of Electronic Music Vol.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rob Lee EDM Expansion Vol.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Natlife Disco Funk | $4.99 | one-time |
| Insigne Essentials 4 Clubbin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Desktop Presets Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Expansions Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best synth on iPad
- 👍 Delicious sound
- 👍 Tremendously powerful synth
- 👍 Great synth with complex possibilities and great sound(s)
- 👍 Perfeito

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Auswahl der Modulationsquellen funktioniert nicht richtig
- 🐛 Echt schlecht
- 🐛 Broken Preset System for a powerful synth
- 🐛 Please fix the OSC behavior on Square and Saw
- 🐛 Preset issues

**Reported bugs**

- Presets not loading correctly
- Modulation not working after loading project
- Skin resets to default
- App crashes frequently

**Requested features**

- Pitch bend/glide for imported samples
- Integration with AUM audio mixer


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EHX NYC free?

EHX NYC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SynthMaster 2 free?

SynthMaster 2 costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EHX NYC or SynthMaster 2?

SynthMaster 2 is rated higher. EHX NYC averages 2.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while SynthMaster 2 averages 4.8 from 451 ratings.

### Do EHX NYC or SynthMaster 2 have ads?

SynthMaster 2 shows ads; EHX NYC does not.

### Which is updated more often, EHX NYC or SynthMaster 2?

EHX NYC ships an update every 5 weeks, and SynthMaster 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, EHX NYC was updated on October 15, 2026 and SynthMaster 2 on October 14, 2026.

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