Comparison

Resampler Bitcrusher vs Scope AUv3 Visualizer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Resampler Bitcrusher

This app offers a versatile bitcrusher effect with multiple sample rate reduction and quantization algorithms. It allows users to easily create unique sonic textures and integrate them into their iOS Digital Audio Workstations.

Highlights
  • Multiple sample rate reduction algorithms
  • Quantization options
  • Flexible bit crushing
  • Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) support
  • Works with popular iOS DAWs
  • Desktop quality plug-in
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Resampler is a creativity inducing bitcrusher packed with audio algorithms stretched past their limits. Multiple flavors of sample rate reduction and quantization provide endless possibilities for sonic mayhem. There is complex math going on, but Resampler gives you plenty of options without getting bogged down in technical details. By trying a few different settings and tweaking the knobs, you will be creating cool bit crushing effects in no time. Resampler brings flexible bit crushing to your favorite iOS DAW. Resampler is an Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) that works inside host apps. Just open up your favorite host that supports Audio Units and add it as an effect. Compatible with GarageBand, Cubasis, Auria, BeatMaker, AudioBus, AUM, Modstep, and more. Blamsoft brings their experience creating top notch plug-ins for the desktop to iOS. The same features are found in the popular Rack Extension for Propellerhead Reason. You get a desktop quality plug-in at an iOS friendly price. Tap Developer Website for sound examples.

About

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

This app provides professional audio visualization with classic oscilloscope effects. It transforms audio into stunning visual displays using GPU-accelerated graphics, offering multiple modes and color schemes. Ideal for live performances, sound design, and audio monitoring.

Highlights
  • Classic phosphor glow effects
  • Linear, circular, and Flurry visualization modes
  • Multiple color schemes
  • Audio-reactive particle dynamics
  • Intuitive touch interface
  • Smooth 60fps+ performance
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Get professional audio visualization with your AUv3 host or the standalone app. Scope transforms your audio into stunning visual displays using GPU-accelerated graphics with classic phosphor glow effects reminiscent of vintage CRT oscilloscopes and more. Featuring Scope Linear, Scope Circular, Flurry particle, Spectrum, Spectrogram, Spectrum Equalizer, 3D Spectrum, Semaphore, Sliding Scope, Loudness and Polar Level visualization modes with single and multi-channel split view, plus an Overlap option that draws both channels on one canvas in Scope Linear. Multiple color schemes (including classic phosphor green, vibrant 80s Red and Rainbow) with smooth transitions. Flurry mode renders mesmerizing smoke-textured particles with audio-reactive dynamics, inspired by the classic screensaver. Loudness is an ITU-R BS.1770 / EBU R128 meter with integrated, short-term and momentary loudness, true peak per channel, loudness range and a three-minute history against streaming, podcast and broadcast targets. Polar Level is a stereo vectorscope that plots pan position against level in dB, shows out-of-phase content in red and includes a correlation meter. All visualization modes are fully automatable parameters in your DAW. Optimized for HiDPI Retina displays with dynamic line width scaling, Scope delivers smooth 60fps+ performance for live performances, creative sound design and professional audio monitoring. Whether you are analyzing dynamics during mixing, assisting with sound synthesis or adding visual interest to your sessions, Scope provides the precision and aesthetic flexibility you need. Place it anywhere in your signal chain to visualize audio at any point, though it is typically used last to analyze the cumulative effects of your processing chain.

Screenshots

Resampler Bitcrusher1 screens
Scope AUv3 Visualizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Scope AUv3 Visualizer at 4.2 against Resampler Bitcrusher's 2.9. Scope AUv3 Visualizer also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 33%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). Resampler Bitcrusher's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $3.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Resampler Bitcrusher costs $2.99 and Scope AUv3 Visualizer $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scope AUv3 Visualizer holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Resampler Bitcrusher's written reviews are positive against 67% of Scope AUv3 Visualizer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Resampler Bitcrusher ships an update every 4 months, Scope AUv3 Visualizer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Resampler Bitcrusher versus Scope AUv3 Visualizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterResampler BitcrusherScope AUv3 Visualizer
Price$2.99 — better$3.99
Rating2.9 (23 ratings)4.2 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better21
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlamsoft, Inc.DiscoDSP LLC

Customer experience

Resampler Bitcrusher

All ratings23 ratings
Positive43.5%
Neutral4.3%
Negative52.2%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative60.0%

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

All ratings21 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative28.6%

In-app purchases

None

Resampler Bitcrusher

No in-app purchases

None

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Resampler Bitcrusher free?
Resampler Bitcrusher costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scope AUv3 Visualizer free?
Scope AUv3 Visualizer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Resampler Bitcrusher or Scope AUv3 Visualizer?
Scope AUv3 Visualizer is rated higher. Resampler Bitcrusher averages 2.9 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Scope AUv3 Visualizer averages 4.2 from 21 ratings.
Do Resampler Bitcrusher or Scope AUv3 Visualizer have ads?
Neither Resampler Bitcrusher nor Scope AUv3 Visualizer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Resampler Bitcrusher or Scope AUv3 Visualizer?
Resampler Bitcrusher ships an update every 4 months, and Scope AUv3 Visualizer every 9 days. Most recently, Resampler Bitcrusher was updated on September 18, 2026 and Scope AUv3 Visualizer on September 23, 2026.

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