# Sync³ Remote vs Koala Sampler

The clearest difference is price: Sync³ Remote at Free against Koala Sampler's $4.99. Sync³ Remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). Koala Sampler's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 31 months) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 2). On ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Sync³ Remote is free to download; Koala Sampler costs $4.99 up front. Sync³ Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Koala Sampler sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sync³ Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Koala Sampler has 1.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Sync³ Remote's written reviews are positive against 88% of Koala Sampler's.

Sync³ Remote ships an update every 31 months, Koala Sampler every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sync³ Remote | Koala Sampler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-remote/id1200334790/reviews)** | [4.8 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koala-sampler-beat-maker/id1449584007/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 88.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 31 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#5** |
| Size | 13 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Synclavier Digital Corporation Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200334789) | [Mazbox Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/329604853) |

## What reviewers say

### Sync³ Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-remote/id1200334790)

This iPad app emulates the original Synclavier® Velocity-Pressure Keyboard interface with modern touch controls. It connects to your Synclavier³ installation via custom MIDI messages, offering full hardware integration. Multiple iPads can be used simultaneously for expanded studio control.

**Highlights:** Recreates Synclavier® Velocity-Pressure Keyboard interface, Modern touch-screen technology, Custom MIDI message communication, Complete Synclavier® hardware integration, Timbre design and Digital Memory Recorder panels, Supports multiple iPad control stations

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Synclavier® Touch Full Feature | $79.99 | one-time |


### Koala Sampler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koala-sampler-beat-maker/id1449584007)

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Paid · Music, #26 Top Paid (US App Store)

This app allows you to record sounds with your phone's microphone, transform them with effects, and create beats and tracks. Its intuitive interface focuses on a fast and fun music-making process.

**Highlights:** Record up to 64 samples with mic, Apply 16 built-in effects, Load and use own samples, Create beats with high-resolution sequencer, Export loops and tracks as WAV, AI sample separation, AUv3 and MIDI compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Koala AUv3 Plugin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ese-O's Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solar Studies Samplepack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Soon Come Dub Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Analog Astronaut Samplepack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cirrus Cuts Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Samurai Edition | $3.99 | one-time |
| Mixer | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth workflow and fast performance
- 💡 Powerful sampling and sequencing capabilities
- 🔥 Excellent value for the price
- 🎨 Creative and inspiring sound design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔇 Limited effects and sound manipulation options
- 📁 Difficulty managing and organizing samples/projects
- 🎚️ Lack of advanced MIDI mapping and control options
- 🔍 Unclear or confusing UI elements in certain areas

**Reported bugs**

- Samples not loading or disappearing after app updates
- Sequencer timing and quantization issues
- Crashes when using certain features or with large projects

**Requested features**

- Ability to record and edit MIDI sequences
- More comprehensive effects and sound processing tools
- Improved sample management and organization features
- Support for external MIDI controllers and hardware integration
- Customizable color schemes and UI themes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sync³ Remote free?

Sync³ Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Koala Sampler free?

Koala Sampler costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sync³ Remote or Koala Sampler?

Sync³ Remote is rated higher. Sync³ Remote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Koala Sampler averages 4.8 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Sync³ Remote or Koala Sampler have ads?

Neither Sync³ Remote nor Koala Sampler shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sync³ Remote or Koala Sampler?

Sync³ Remote ships an update every 31 months, and Koala Sampler every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sync³ Remote was updated on September 29, 2026 and Koala Sampler on October 12, 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.*