# GeoShred vs NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

The clearest difference is price: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 at $5.99 against GeoShred's $24.99. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 27). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

GeoShred costs $24.99 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 $5.99 up front. GeoShred sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for GeoShred against 4.9 for NERD Synth A2x + AUv3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of GeoShred's written reviews are positive against 89% of NERD Synth A2x + AUv3's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GeoShred | NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $24.99 | **$5.99** |
| Rating | [4.8 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoshred/id1064769019/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerd-synth-a2x-plus-auv3/id6478898564/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 1.4K |
| Positive reviews | **90.7% of reviews** | 89.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 824 MB | 242 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wizdom Music LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/377345351) | [AudioKit Pro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307785645) |

## What reviewers say

### GeoShred

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoshred/id1064769019)

This app is a fluidly expressive musical instrument for multi-touch devices. It offers a unique performance surface with advanced pitch rounding and physical modeling of various instruments. Expand your sonic palette with a wide range of purchasable instrument add-ons.

**Highlights:** Fluidly expressive playing surface, Physically modeled guitar and effects, Extensive in-app instrument purchases, AUv3 plugin support, MIDI/MPE IN/OUT support, Support for world scales and temperaments

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GeoBassTrombone | $10.00 | one-time |
| Naada Duduk | $11.00 | one-time |
| Naada Carnatic Violin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Sitar | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoClarinet | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoOboe | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoCello | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoViolin | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoTenorSax | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoFlute | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoTrumpet | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoPizzBass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Bansuri | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoBassFlute | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoViola | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection III | $50.00 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM Collection II | $59.99 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM Collection III & IV | $73.00 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM  Collection Classic | $74.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection 1 | $74.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collecton IV | $89.99 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM Collection I & II | $119.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection I & II | $119.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection I & II & III & IV | $173.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection I & II & III | $179.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎸 Expressive and responsive playing surface
- 🎨 Vast array of high-quality instrument sounds
- 🎶 Excellent for creating music with great expressiveness
- 🎹 Intuitive and easy to use for both beginners and professionals
- 🎚️ Highly customizable with deep editing capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive for some users, especially with additional in-app purchases
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for some users
- 🔌 Occasional issues with stability and crashes
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate menus and settings for some users
- 🔇 Some users desire more dry/unprocessed instrument sounds

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent performance and note retention issues when used with other apps
- Occasional crashes and freezes, especially after updates

**Requested features**

- More classic acoustic and electric guitar sounds
- Improved scale and mode selection interface
- Ability to save and load custom presets
- Support for external MIDI controllers and keyboards
- Recording and looping capabilities within the app


### 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 GeoShred free?

GeoShred costs $24.99, and also offers 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, GeoShred or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3?

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

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

Neither GeoShred nor NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 shows ads.

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

GeoShred ships an update fortnightly, and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. Most recently, GeoShred was updated on October 20, 2026 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 on October 20, 2026.

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