Comparison

EZ Trigger vs SWAM Clarinet

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

Head to head
About

EZ Trigger

Transform your iOS device into a bass drum sound module. Enhance your acoustic drum kit's kick drum sound in real-time for live performances without complex miking setups. Choose from over 30 high-definition samples.

Highlights
  • Real-time bass drum sample triggering
  • High-definition 44.1kHz samples
  • Works with standard piezo drum triggers
  • Simple setup for live performance
  • Compatible with various guitar interfaces
  • Over 30 bass drum samples
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EZ Trigger is a revolutionary tool for drummers -- an app that turns your iOS device into a single-channel drum module, allowing you to trigger a high definition bass drum sample from an acoustic kit in realtime. It's a great way to give your bass drum a boost in the mix without the hassle of miking or a setting up other hardware. Just plug a standard drum trigger into the phone through a guitar interface such as IK Multimedia's iRig 2 and play through a PA, choosing from over 30 great bass drum samples. • Made for live performance • Works with standard piezo drum triggers • Made especially for the iRig 2 guitar interface, works with a variety of interfaces. (for phones without a headphone jack, make sure the interface has an audio out port) • high quality 44.1khz bass drum samples for a range of rock and other styles • Simple setup in seconds *** Check out eztriggerapp.com for more info *** Give your kick some extra kick!!!

About

SWAM Clarinet

This app offers a highly realistic and expressive virtual clarinet experience for musicians. It utilizes physical modeling technology to dynamically generate sound, responding to subtle playing nuances. Features include a room simulator, EQ, compressor, and extensive MIDI control for a professional sound on mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Physical modeling sound generation
  • Real-time expressive control
  • Room simulator 'Ambiente'
  • EQ and Compressor effects
  • Standalone and AUv3 plugin
  • MPE and MIDI controller support
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SWAM Clarinet for iOS: Unmatched Realism and Expressive Power in Your Hands! Whether you play with a wind controller like the EWI, a keyboard, or any other MIDI device, SWAM Clarinet for iOS gives you unparalleled expressivity. Part of the acclaimed SWAM Solo Woodwinds, SWAM Solo Brass, SWAM Solo Strings, and SWAM String Sections suite, it is a must-have for musicians seeking the most realistic and responsive virtual instruments available. Now featuring the revolutionary Room Simulator "Ambiente", this cutting-edge Physical Modeling technology delivers the depth and nuance of a real woodwind performance—in real time. Unlike sampled libraries, SWAM Clarinet doesn’t rely on pre-recorded sounds but generates authentic performances dynamically, responding to every subtlety of your playing, just like a real clarinet player. New Features and Key Benefits Room Simulator "Ambiente": Take advantage of advanced spatial control with the built-in Room Simulator "Ambiente", allowing you to position the instrument in a realistic acoustic space, interact dynamically with other SWAM instruments in the same virtual room, and create truly immersive performances. Additionally, the EQ and Compressor effects are available for fine-tuning your sound. Standalone and AUv3 Plugin: Perform in real time or integrate SWAM Clarinet seamlessly into your mobile production workflow. Intuitive, Inclusive Interface: Designed for everyone, including blind and visually impaired users. Expressive Control: Play with unmatched expressivity using MPE controllers, keyboards, breath controllers, or other MIDI devices. Top Features at a Glance Access a library of presets, create your own, or import presets from the desktop version. Customize every detail of your sound, including timbre, vibrato, and dynamics. Micro-tune the instrument with the Pitch Manager, supporting devices like MAQAM for advanced tuning systems. Add built-in effects like EQ and Compressor. Play with different instrument models to explore a variety of tonal colors and expressive possibilities. Use AUv3 to integrate with your mobile DAW (Logic, Cubasis, AUM) or apps like Camelot PRO for live performances. Who is SWAM Clarinet for iOS Designed For? Wind Controller Players: Looking for a mobile setup to perform live without needing a computer while still achieving an incredible sound. Keyboard Players: Frustrated by the limited expressive capabilities of normal sample-based plugins? SWAM Clarinet unlocks the full range of expression. Music Producers: Need a mobile setup to produce music from anywhere without carrying around expensive gear? SWAM Clarinet is the solution. Musicians Seeking Expressivity: Looking for a virtual instrument that allows you to express the full range of your musicality easily on your iPhone or iPad. IMPORTANT To fully harness the expressive power of SWAM Clarinet, a controller capable of continuous expression (such as a breath controller, expression pedal, MPE device, or wind controller) is required. Just like a real clarinet player shapes their sound with breath and embouchure, SWAM Clarinet needs expressive input for maximum realism. With SWAM Clarinet for iOS, you have the freedom to create lifelike woodwind performances on your iPhone or iPad. Redefine your music with unparalleled realism and expressive depth—anytime, anywhere.

Screenshots

EZ Trigger2 screens
SWAM Clarinet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EZ Trigger at $9.99 against SWAM Clarinet's $29.99. EZ Trigger also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). SWAM Clarinet's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (100% vs 70%). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

EZ Trigger costs $9.99 and SWAM Clarinet $29.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SWAM Clarinet holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of EZ Trigger's written reviews are positive against 100% of SWAM Clarinet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EZ Trigger ships an update every 24 months, SWAM Clarinet every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
EZ Trigger versus SWAM Clarinet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEZ TriggerSWAM Clarinet
Price$9.99 — better$29.99
Rating4.1 (9 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 24 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB153 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRalph SeamanAudio Modeling

Customer experience

EZ Trigger

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.0%

SWAM Clarinet

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

EZ Trigger

No in-app purchases

None

SWAM Clarinet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EZ Trigger free?
EZ Trigger costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SWAM Clarinet free?
SWAM Clarinet costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EZ Trigger or SWAM Clarinet?
SWAM Clarinet is rated higher. EZ Trigger averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while SWAM Clarinet averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do EZ Trigger or SWAM Clarinet have ads?
Neither EZ Trigger nor SWAM Clarinet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EZ Trigger or SWAM Clarinet?
EZ Trigger ships an update every 24 months, and SWAM Clarinet every 2 months. Most recently, EZ Trigger was updated on October 24, 2026 and SWAM Clarinet on October 24, 2026.

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