# GeoShred Control vs Maqam Analyzer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Maqam Analyzer at 100% against GeoShred Control's 54%. Maqam Analyzer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 26). GeoShred Control's advantage is ratings volume (122 vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GeoShred Control sells 26 one-off in-app purchases. Maqam Analyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Maqam Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GeoShred Control has 122 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of GeoShred Control's written reviews are positive against 100% of Maqam Analyzer's.

## The numbers

| Metric | GeoShred Control | Maqam Analyzer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (122 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoshred-control/id1336247116/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maqam-analyzer/id6779012903/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **122** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 54.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 810 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Wizdom Music LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/377345351) | [Fadi Batarseh](https://appshunter.io/developer/6779012905) |

## What reviewers say

### GeoShred Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoshred-control/id1336247116)

This app functions as a MIDI/MPE controller for music creation, offering an expressive playing surface and intelligent pitch rounding. It can control other synthesizers and software, with optional upgrades for advanced instrument modeling.

**Highlights:** Expressive playing surface, Intelligent pitch rounding, Diatonic keyboard, MIDI and MPE support, Arpeggiator, Support for world scales and temperaments, Customizable control surface

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

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Naada Dukduk | $10.00 | one-time |
| GeoBassFlute | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Sitar | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoCello | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoFlute | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoTenorSax | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoViolin | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoPizzBass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Oud | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Carnatic Violin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Bansuri | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoOboe | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoViola | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Viola | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoClarinet | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoBassTrombone | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoTrumpet | $14.99 | one-time |
| Naada Sarangi | $14.99 | one-time |
| GeoShred Control Upgrade | $24.99 | one-time |
| Artiphon promotion | $31.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection III | $50.00 | one-time |
| Naada instruments collection 1 | $56.00 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM Collection I | $74.99 | one-time |
| GeoSWAM Collection I & II | $119.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection I & II | $119.99 | one-time |
| Naada Collection I & II & III & IV | $173.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Highly expressive and musical instrument
- 👍 Easy to start, quick successes
- 🚀 Runs well as AUv3
- ✨ Amazing and innovative
- 🎶 Excellent sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ No sound in free version
- ❌ Not working for some users
- 🐛 App crashes DAW
- 🐛 Confusing interface
- 🐛 Lots of bugs

**Reported bugs**

- No sound in free version
- App crashes DAW
- MIDI port selector not working
- CC1 sends CC4 instead
- UI animation framerates are low

**Requested features**

- Chords with Harmonica
- More freedom in the free version
- More detailed instructions for Control
- More presets for other synths
- Discount offers for add-on instruments


### Maqam Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maqam-analyzer/id6779012903)

Instantly identify Arabic maqams, microtones, and tempo from live audio or uploaded files. Explore a comprehensive library of maqamat with detailed scale structures and emotional characteristics. This tool enhances understanding and skill development for Arabic music enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Real-time maqam detection, Audio file analysis, BPM and tempo detection, Modulation timeline, Quarter-tone pitch histogram, Maqam reference library

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GeoShred Control free?

GeoShred Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Maqam Analyzer free?

Maqam Analyzer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GeoShred Control or Maqam Analyzer?

Maqam Analyzer is rated higher. GeoShred Control averages 4.4 out of 5 from 122 ratings, while Maqam Analyzer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do GeoShred Control or Maqam Analyzer have ads?

Neither GeoShred Control nor Maqam Analyzer shows ads.

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