Comparison

Streemur vs Quarked

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

Head to head
About

Streemur

Explore a vast collection of internet audio streams for creative sound design and musical experimentation. This app offers a palette of random streams and allows users to add their own presets, functioning as an InterApp Audio sound generator.

Highlights
  • 50 preset random internet audio streams
  • Add up to 5 user presets
  • InterApp Audio sound generator
  • Compatible with GarageBand, AUM, Cubasis, etc.
  • For experimental musicians and sound designers
Features
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A streaming sound palette for experimental musicians, sound designers and artists. Includes 50 preset random Internet audio streams. Add up to 5 of your own user presets. Use Streemur as an InterApp Audio sound generator in supported hosts such as GarageBand, AUM, Audioshare, Cubasis, Auria Pro, Beatmaker3 and ApeMatrix.

About

Quarked

Features
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Quarked is a high-performance granular synthesizer designed for precision sound design. Built around a native C-based audio engine, it prioritizes low-latency manipulation and a functional workflow that stays out of your way. Capture audio directly via the integrated tape-style recorder or import existing samples to begin deconstructing them. Quarked treats sound as a physical material, allowing you to zoom, slice, and re-texture with tactile, high-precision controls. The Engine: Granular Core: Independent control over grain size, density, position, and scan speed. Performance First: A native audio backend ensures smooth parameter interpolation without artifacts. Note-Level ADSR: Professional-grade envelope shaping with exponential curves for natural release. The Workflow Precision Ruler: Navigate waveforms with high-resolution sliders designed for micro-adjustments. Technical Aesthetic: A flat, distraction-free interface inspired by modern studio hardware. Dynamic FX Chain: A reorderable signal path featuring Delay, Reverb, Shimmer, and a 3-band technical EQ. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Streemur2 screens
Quarked4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Streemur at $2.99 against Quarked's $14.99. Streemur also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). Quarked's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Streemur costs $2.99 and Quarked $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Streemur ships an update every 3 months, Quarked every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Streemur versus Quarked: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStreemurQuarked
Price$2.99 — better$14.99
Rating4.4 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCasey I.T. LLCSyam Anand

In-app purchases

None

Streemur

No in-app purchases

None

Quarked

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Streemur free?
Streemur costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Quarked free?
Quarked costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Streemur or Quarked have ads?
Neither Streemur nor Quarked shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Streemur or Quarked?
Streemur ships an update every 3 months, and Quarked every 8 days. Most recently, Streemur was updated on October 24, 2026 and Quarked on October 9, 2026.

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