Comparison

cykle vs BLEASS Megalit

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

Head to head
About

cykle

This app is a powerful melodic step sequencer that generates complex musical patterns through the interaction of simple elements. It requires connection to a separate MIDI synthesizer app or hardware to produce sound. Offers extensive customization for musical parameters and sequence transformations.

Highlights
  • Semi-generative melodic step sequencer
  • Decoupled sequencer lanes for musical parameters
  • AUv3 MIDI plugin and standalone modes
  • Sample-accurate sequencing engine
  • Pattern snapshots and song mode
  • Extensive sequence transformation actions
  • MIDI clock output and Ableton Link support
Features
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cykle is an inventive, semi-generative melodic step sequencer for iOS, iPadOS and Mac (Catalyst). cykle abstracts every musical parameter into its own sequence using decoupled sequencer lanes, producing complex and musically engaging patterns from the interactions between simple elements. nb: cykle does not make sound by itself, you will need to connect it to a MIDI-compatible synthesizer app on your device, load it in an AUv3-compatible host (such as Logic Pro, Audiobus or AUM), or connect it to an external synthesizer, computer or any other MIDI-compatible sound generating device. features: - universal app (works on both iPhone and iPad) - works in both portrait and landscape mode - works as an Audio Unit (AUv3) MIDI plugin or as a standalone (CoreMIDI) app - sample-accurate sequencing engine - slick and responsive native UI - pattern snapshots selectable via MIDI input - song mode / pattern chaining - pitch playable by MIDI note input (arp and chord modes) - configurable tempo, scale and key - every channel can be routed to a separate MIDI destination and channel - every channel sends MIDI note- and pitch-bend data as well as an arbitrary number of MIDI continuous control (CC) messages - full AUv3 state- and preset-saving - randomization features - save and load patterns - decoupled sequencer lanes for the following parameters: - pulse - pitch - rest - step length - chance - velocity - accent - gate length - chance - ratchet (note repeat) - accidental (flatten/sharpen) - transpose - chord inversion - octave - harmonize - pitch bend - mappable MIDI CC values (e.g., filter cutoff, resonance, envelope, etc.) sequences can be instantly transformed by the following actions: - shift left/right/up/down - rotate - randomize - mutate - mirror - reverse - double - bisect - configurable clock division rate per sequencer lane - configurable playback mode per sequencer lane (forward, backward, random, jump) - MIDI clock output - Ableton Link support - works without internet connection - no push notifications - no ads or in-app purchases - no third-party behavioural tracking tools - ongoing development and support

About

BLEASS Megalit

This powerful music synthesizer offers a vast sonic palette with advanced wavetable and subtractive oscillators, flexible filtering, and extensive modulation sources. Its intuitive interface makes complex sound design accessible to all musicians.

Highlights
  • Advanced wavetable oscillators
  • Per-oscillator unison mode
  • Noise generator with filtering
  • Resonant filters and waveshaper
  • Multiple LFOs for complex modulation
  • Motion Sequencer for repeating patterns
  • Built-in multi-band compressor
Features
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With its blend of wavetable and classic subtractive oscillators, flexible filtering and post-processing, and an extensive set of advanced modulation sources, BLEASS Megalit provides sound designers with a vast palette of timbral tints, shades, and colours to explore. Thanks to BLEASS' super-intuitive interface design, that entire sonic palette is within easy reach of even the most non-technical musicians. Megalit includes many innovations that will empower your sound designs: * Advanced wavetable oscillators with independent wavetable position and Fold controls across more than 130 wavetables. * Per-oscillator Unison mode for creating rich, layered sounds without loading additional synth instances. * Dedicated noise generator with high-pass and low-pass filters for flexible non-tonal sounds and sound components. * Resonant high-pass and low-pass filters, plus built-in Waveshaper and Bit Crusher processors for powerful sound shaping. * Four LFOs with independent timing curves and output smoothing for highly detailed modulation. * Advanced Motion Sequencer for creating complex repeating modulation patterns. * Per-patch performance controller response curves for expressive and predictable playability. * Built-in preset randomizer that generates inspiring, usable sounds at the touch of a button. * Built-in multiband upward/downward compressor for precise control over dynamics, punch, and presence. All of Megalit's parameters, settings, and controls are presented with intuitive visual feedback, so you always know exactly what the synth is doing. Despite its immense sonic capabilities, Megalit remains exceptionally CPU-efficient, leaving plenty of headroom for additional instruments, effects, or simply more instances of Megalit. BLEASS Megalit is available as an AUv3 plug-in or standalone app. Also available for Windows and Mac. More information: https://www.bleass.com/megalit

Screenshots

cykle4 screens
BLEASS Megalit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: cykle at monthly against BLEASS Megalit's every 6 months. cykle also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). BLEASS Megalit's advantage is price ($9.99 vs $12.99). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

cykle costs $12.99 and BLEASS Megalit $9.99 up front. cykle sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and BLEASS Megalit sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for cykle against 4.6 for BLEASS Megalit. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 33 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of cykle's written reviews are positive against 72% of BLEASS Megalit's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

cykle ships an update monthly, BLEASS Megalit every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
cykle versus BLEASS Megalit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametercykleBLEASS Megalit
Price$12.99$9.99 — better
Rating4.7 (34 ratings) — better4.6 (33 ratings)
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better72.2% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better33
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB172 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCorne DriesprongBLEASS

Customer experience

cykle

All ratings34 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative15.0%

BLEASS Megalit

All ratings32 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive72.2%
Neutral16.7%
Negative11.1%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

cykle

One-time2
  • Small tip$1.99
  • Big tip$5.99
10 purchases

BLEASS Megalit

One-time10
  • Electronisounds Presets PackFree
  • Conrad Keely Preset PackFree
  • FXs & Risers Preset PackFree
Show 7 more
  • Oddity Preset Pack$0.99
  • VNR Preset Pack$1.99
  • Instant Sounds Preset Pack$1.99
  • ERAE Preset Pack$3.99
  • Expressive Presets Pack #1$3.99
  • The Sound Test Room Pack$3.99
  • The Sound Test Room Pack #2$4.99

Questions

Is cykle free?
cykle costs $12.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is BLEASS Megalit free?
BLEASS Megalit costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, cykle or BLEASS Megalit?
cykle is rated higher. cykle averages 4.7 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while BLEASS Megalit averages 4.6 from 33 ratings.
Do cykle or BLEASS Megalit have ads?
Neither cykle nor BLEASS Megalit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, cykle or BLEASS Megalit?
cykle ships an update monthly, and BLEASS Megalit every 6 months. Most recently, cykle was updated on November 11, 2026 and BLEASS Megalit on November 7, 2026.

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