# Trapezoid vs MangledVerb

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Trapezoid at 100% against MangledVerb's 0%. Trapezoid also leads on price ($1.99 vs $14.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). MangledVerb's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 2). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Trapezoid costs $1.99 and MangledVerb $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Trapezoid holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MangledVerb has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Trapezoid's written reviews are positive against 0% of MangledVerb's.

Trapezoid ships an update every 9 days, MangledVerb every 14 months. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Trapezoid | MangledVerb |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $14.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trapezoid-pocket-dulcimer/id1069508662/reviews)** | [4.6 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mangledverb/id1463787067/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 14 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 46 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michael Eskin](https://appshunter.io/developer/342739369) | [Eventide](https://appshunter.io/developer/546518026) |

## What reviewers say

### Trapezoid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trapezoid-pocket-dulcimer/id1069508662)

This virtual instrument accurately simulates the sound and playability of a hammered dulcimer. It offers multiple tuning options, drag roll effects, and MIDI compatibility for a realistic musical experience. Designed for both beginners and experienced players, it fits right in your pocket.

**Highlights:** Authentic hammered dulcimer sound, Standard and Michigan tunings, Drag roll effects, MIDI keyboard compatibility, Velocity sensitive MIDI input, Note name display

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### MangledVerb

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mangledverb/id1463787067)

This audio effect app blends rich reverb with intense distortion to create a wide range of sounds, from ambient textures to chaotic mangled audio. It offers extensive controls for shaping instruments and vocals, with features optimized for live performance.

**Highlights:** Rich reverb and devastating distortion, Create ambient soundscapes or mangled chaos, Smooth clipping to hard-ripping overdrive, Wobble control for spooky effects, The Ribbon for live parameter manipulation, Hotswitch for instant parameter changes, Flexible I/O options (Mono/Stereo), MIDI control and Tap Tempo for live use

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Trapezoid free?

Trapezoid costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MangledVerb free?

MangledVerb costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Trapezoid or MangledVerb?

Trapezoid is rated higher. Trapezoid averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while MangledVerb averages 4.6 from 18 ratings.

### Do Trapezoid or MangledVerb have ads?

Neither Trapezoid nor MangledVerb shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Trapezoid or MangledVerb?

Trapezoid ships an update every 9 days, and MangledVerb every 14 months. Most recently, Trapezoid was updated on November 11, 2026 and MangledVerb on November 11, 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.*