Comparison

Lightning Headset Test vs Jynth

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

Head to head
About

Lightning Headset Test

Features
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HeadSet Test Tool

About

Jynth

This music app recreates the warm, analog sound of a classic synth with a unique physics engine for organic soundscapes. Explore vintage tones, advanced modulation, and innovative performance features like assigning different presets to individual notes.

Highlights
  • Analog-style signal chain
  • Physics-driven modulation
  • Preset Per Note & Preset Ribbon
  • 5 studio-grade effects
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • MIDI controller integration
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Meet Jynth, the new synth by Fingerlab for iPhone, iPad and Mac — the warm, analog soul of the iconic Roland Juno-106, reimagined with a groundbreaking Physics Engine for organic, living sound. Designed for leads, basses, keys & pads, Jynth delivers that classic vintage character you love — housed in a meticulously crafted, photo-realistic interface that looks as good as it sounds. Shape your sound with a full analog-style signal chain: From the dual oscillators and resonant VCF filter to the ADSR envelope, LFO and built-in arpeggiator — every parameter has been carefully tuned to feel as musical as it sounds. Go further with 5 studio-grade effects: Tremolo, Flanger, Chorus, Delay & Reverb — stack them to build rich, evolving textures and cinematic soundscapes. Bring your presets to life with the Physics Engine: This is where Jynth truly stands apart. Assign up to 8 physics-driven modulations to any synth or effect parameter. Gravity, bounce, impulse, angle — let the laws of physics shape your sound in ways no LFO ever could. Every preset becomes unique, every performance feels alive. Explore new sonic territory with Preset Per Note & Preset Ribbon: Inspired by the music of Aphex Twin, Preset Per Note lets you assign a different preset to each key of the piano keyboard — so every note triggers an entirely different sound. Take it further with Preset Ribbon: select a collection of presets and glide between them in real time, simply by sliding your finger across the ribbon. A new way to perform. A new way to play. Play anywhere, plug into anything: Jynth is universal — one purchase gives you the full experience on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Use it as a standalone app or load it as an AudioUnit (AUv3) plugin directly inside your favorite DAW. Pair it with your MIDI controller via MIDI In support, and your sound is always there — even when your screen is off, thanks to Audio Background mode. Unlock the Full Version to access preset creation, all factory presets, FX, Physics Engine, Randomizer, Undo, Preset Per Note & Preset Ribbon. Features: Synth Engine • VCO with Pulse Width Modulation — Square, Saw, Sub & Noise oscillators • High-Pass Filter • VCF Filter with Frequency, Resonance, Envelope, LFO & Keyboard tracking • LFO with Rate, Delay & Depth • VCA Gate mode • Full ADSR Envelope • Glide (Portamento) • Arpeggiator with Tempo, Pattern, Step Division, Octave Range & Gate Effects • 5 FX: Tremolo, Flanger, Chorus, Delay & Reverb Physics Engine • 8 independent physics-based modulation scenes • Per-stage controls: Speed, Gravity, Bounce, Impulse, Angle & more • Assignable to any synth or FX parameter Preset Per Note • Assign a different preset to each key of the keyboard • Autofill with random presets by category Preset Ribbon • Select a collection of presets and glide between them in real time • Switch sounds on the fly while playing • Perfect for live performance Workflow • 100 factory presets • Preset Randomizer • Preset Import & Export • Undo • Full MIDI & MIDI Mapping • Audio Background support • AudioUnit (AUv3) support • Universal: iPad, iPhone & Mac More to come — new synth features are on their way. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: contact@fingerlab.net Enjoy Jynth! Fingerlab Team

Screenshots

Lightning Headset Test1 screens
Jynth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lightning Headset Test at none against Jynth's 1. Lightning Headset Test also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.6). Jynth's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months). On price, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. Jynth sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lightning Headset Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lightning Headset Test ships an update every 7 months, Jynth every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Lightning Headset Test versus Jynth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLightning Headset TestJynth
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHangzhou Crysound Electronics Co., Ltd.Fingerlab

In-app purchases

None

Lightning Headset Test

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Jynth

One-time1
  • Full Version$9.99

Questions

Is Lightning Headset Test free?
Lightning Headset Test is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Jynth free?
Jynth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lightning Headset Test or Jynth have ads?
Neither Lightning Headset Test nor Jynth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lightning Headset Test or Jynth?
Lightning Headset Test ships an update every 7 months, and Jynth every 2 weeks. Most recently, Lightning Headset Test was updated on September 10, 2026 and Jynth on September 24, 2026.

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