# AudioKit FM Player 2 vs Poly 2

The clearest difference is ads: Poly 2 at none against AudioKit FM Player 2's shown. AudioKit FM Player 2's advantage is ratings volume (3.4K vs 696) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AudioKit FM Player 2 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Poly 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for AudioKit FM Player 2 against 4.8 for Poly 2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.4K and 696 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of AudioKit FM Player 2's written reviews are positive against 84% of Poly 2's.

AudioKit FM Player 2 ships an update monthly, Poly 2 every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | AudioKit FM Player 2 | Poly 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-fm-player-2-dx-synth/id1307785646/reviews)** | [4.8 (696 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 696 |
| Positive reviews | 79.1% of reviews | **84.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 357 MB | 153 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Audiobus Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/672585101) | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) |

## What reviewers say

### AudioKit FM Player 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-fm-player-2-dx-synth/id1307785646)

This app offers a classic 80s FM synth experience with a vast library of sounds, effects, and sequencing capabilities. It's designed for musicians and producers to explore award-winning tones and create music on their iPad.

**Highlights:** Classic 80s FM Synth, EP, and FM Tine sounds, Multi-sampled recordings of famous classic presets, Stand-alone, IAA & Audiobus, AUv3 support, Vintage Arp & 16-Step Sequencer, 200+ presets and 150+ multi-sampled PCMs, Vintage Stereo Phaser, Chorus, Flanger, Amp Simulator, MIDI in for keyboard control

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Weekly premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎹 Excellent DX7 emulation
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💯 Fantastic sound quality
- 🎨 Highly customizable
- 🔊 Great effects and filters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔌 Battery drain problems
- 🔇 Occasional audio glitches
- 🤔 Compatibility issues with some DAWs

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when switching presets
- Midi playback not working consistently
- Preset loading issues in some DAWs

**Requested features**

- Arpeggiator/sequencer functionality
- Ability to save and load custom presets
- Improved MIDI integration and mapping
- Expanded sound library and more DX-style presets


### Poly 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326)

This app generates evolving musical patterns and melodies using polyrhythms. It offers extensive sound manipulation with a sampler, multiple effects, and the ability to store numerous configurations. Users can also import their own sounds and integrate with other music production tools.

**Highlights:** Generative polyrhythm sequencing, Up to 8 simultaneous sounds, Sampler with envelopes and filters, Randomize capabilities, Built-in delay, reverb, distortion, and EQ FX, AUv3, Audiobus, and IAA support, Import custom samples

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro mode | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique, creative, and powerful tool
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Excellent for ambient, experimental, and generative music
- 🎹 Great for drum grooves and rhythmic patterns
- 💻 Seamless integration with external hardware and software

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔇 Lack of sustain/voice ring-out when transport is stopped
- 📺 Small interface elements can be difficult to use on iPad
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with some third-party apps

**Reported bugs**

- In-app purchase not working for some users
- MIDI connectivity issues with certain apps
- Crashes upon opening for some users

**Requested features**

- Ability to preview samples before importing
- Autoslice/autochop functionality for samples
- Support for larger sample imports and automatic slot filling
- Granulizer effect
- Note repeat and vinyl effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AudioKit FM Player 2 free?

AudioKit FM Player 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Poly 2 free?

Poly 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AudioKit FM Player 2 or Poly 2?

AudioKit FM Player 2 is rated higher. AudioKit FM Player 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Poly 2 averages 4.8 from 696 ratings.

### Do AudioKit FM Player 2 or Poly 2 have ads?

AudioKit FM Player 2 shows ads; Poly 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, AudioKit FM Player 2 or Poly 2?

AudioKit FM Player 2 ships an update monthly, and Poly 2 every 4 weeks. Most recently, AudioKit FM Player 2 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Poly 2 on October 29, 2026.

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