# AudioKit FM Player 2 vs Locus

The clearest difference is price: AudioKit FM Player 2 at Free against Locus's $3.99. AudioKit FM Player 2 also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Locus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On rating and device support there is nothing between them.

AudioKit FM Player 2 is free to download; Locus costs $3.99 up front. AudioKit FM Player 2 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Locus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Locus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioKit FM Player 2 has 3.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

AudioKit FM Player 2 ships an update monthly, Locus every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AudioKit FM Player 2 | Locus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-fm-player-2-dx-synth/id1307785646/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locus/id6785296998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 79.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 357 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Audiobus Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/672585101) | [Joe Topjian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1860697112) |

## 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


### Locus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locus/id6785296998)

This app generates evolving melodic MIDI sequences for electronic music production. It offers thirteen generative archetypes and extensive editing capabilities, allowing users to create unique musical ideas and arrange them into full compositions. It functions as a standalone application or an AUv3 MIDI effect within compatible hosts.

**Highlights:** Generative MIDI sequencing, 13 unique generative archetypes, Seed-derived, reproducible patterns, Evolve, Feel, and Edit controls, Per-note slides with 303-style legato, 25 scales and snap-to-scale pitch, Standalone and AUv3 MIDI effect

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AudioKit FM Player 2 free?

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

### Is Locus free?

Locus costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

Locus is rated higher. AudioKit FM Player 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Locus averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

AudioKit FM Player 2 shows ads; Locus does not.

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

AudioKit FM Player 2 ships an update monthly, and Locus every 2 weeks. Most recently, AudioKit FM Player 2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Locus on October 31, 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.*