# OND vs GeoShred Control

The clearest difference is price: GeoShred Control at Free against OND's $49.99. GeoShred Control also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). OND's advantage is review sentiment (98% vs 54%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). On in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

GeoShred Control is free to download; OND costs $49.99 up front. OND sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $22.99 per year and GeoShred Control sells 26 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OND holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OND has 1.2K ratings behind it against 122, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of OND's written reviews are positive against 54% of GeoShred Control's.

OND ships an update every 2 months, GeoShred Control every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | OND | GeoShred Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $49.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ond/id1139222534/reviews)** | [4.4 (122 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoshred-control/id1336247116/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 122 |
| Positive reviews | **97.8% of reviews** | 54.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 759 MB | 810 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Essam Salah](https://appshunter.io/developer/1139222533) | [Wizdom Music LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/377345351) |

## What reviewers say

### OND

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ond/id1139222534)

This app provides a vast collection of high-quality Arabic live rhythms and loops. It offers extensive customization options, including speed control, search functionality, and the ability to save favorite rhythms. The app is designed for musicians and rhythm enthusiasts seeking authentic and versatile percussion tools.

**Highlights:** Over 400 live Arabic rhythms, Adjustable tempo (BPM), Search rhythms in Arabic and English, Save favorite rhythms, Rhythm loops, Continuous playback when screen is off

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $22.99 | per year |
| Basic – Annual | $22.99 | per year |
| Premium – Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Max2 – Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Max – Annual | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent app for musicians
- 🎼 Wide variety of high-quality rhythms
- 💻 Easy to use and navigate
- 🔊 Great sound quality
- 🆙 Frequent updates and improvements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional technical issues
- 🔍 Some missing or outdated rhythms
- 🔌 Compatibility problems with certain devices

**Reported bugs**

- Playback issues with certain rhythms
- Sync problems between app and external devices

**Requested features**

- Add more regional rhythms (e.g., Iraqi, Kuwaiti)
- Improve tempo adjustment options
- Integrate recording/mixing capabilities
- Introduce a dark mode option


### GeoShred Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoshred-control/id1336247116)

This app functions as a MIDI/MPE controller for music creation, offering an expressive playing surface and intelligent pitch rounding. It can control other synthesizers and software, with optional upgrades for advanced instrument modeling.

**Highlights:** Expressive playing surface, Intelligent pitch rounding, Diatonic keyboard, MIDI and MPE support, Arpeggiator, Support for world scales and temperaments, Customizable control surface

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Naada Dukduk | $10.00 | one-time |
| GeoBassFlute | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Sitar | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoCello | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoFlute | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoTenorSax | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoViolin | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoPizzBass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Oud | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Carnatic Violin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Bansuri | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoOboe | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoViola | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Viola | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoClarinet | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoBassTrombone | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoTrumpet | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Sarangi | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoShred Control Upgrade | $24.99 | one-time |
| Artiphon promotion | $31.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection III | $50.00 | one-time |
| Naada instruments collection 1 | $56.00 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM Collection I | $74.99 | 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 |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Highly expressive and musical instrument
- 👍 Easy to start, quick successes
- 🚀 Runs well as AUv3
- ✨ Amazing and innovative
- 🎶 Excellent sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ No sound in free version
- ❌ Not working for some users
- 🐛 App crashes DAW
- 🐛 Confusing interface
- 🐛 Lots of bugs

**Reported bugs**

- No sound in free version
- App crashes DAW
- MIDI port selector not working
- CC1 sends CC4 instead
- UI animation framerates are low

**Requested features**

- Chords with Harmonica
- More freedom in the free version
- More detailed instructions for Control
- More presets for other synths
- Discount offers for add-on instruments


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OND free?

OND costs $49.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is GeoShred Control free?

GeoShred Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OND or GeoShred Control?

OND is rated higher. OND averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while GeoShred Control averages 4.4 from 122 ratings.

### Do OND or GeoShred Control have ads?

OND shows ads; GeoShred Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, OND or GeoShred Control?

OND ships an update every 2 months, and GeoShred Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, OND was updated on October 17, 2026 and GeoShred Control on October 17, 2026.

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