Stereo Modulator vs SimplyFlange
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stereo Modulator
This audio effect plugin transforms mono sound into stereo, adding width and depth. It uses micro-delays to create a natural sense of space, with optional LFO modulation for a Leslie speaker-like effect without pitch shifting. Ideal for creating separation in mixes, especially for guitars and vocals.
- Mono to stereo conversion
- Adjustable stereo width
- Optional LFO modulation
- Micro-delay de-correlators
- Creates natural spatial depth
- No pitch shifting or echo
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Stereo Modulator is an AU3 effect that converts mono sound into stereo, with an adjustable width and optional LFO modulation. It works by using a bank of randomized stereo de-correlators that apply micro-delays to introduce random differences between the spectrums of the left and right audio channels. In its output we hear a natural sense of space that is not present in mono recordings. It's similar to the sound space one gets from using a stereo reverb plugin except that it is tight and clear, without echo. It can operate either as a static effect or it can be gently modulated by a low-frequency oscillator. The modulation is akin to the sound of a Leslie speaker, except that it doesn't do any pitch shifting, so the output remains focused and tuning is not compromised. This effect is especially useful for mixing overdriven electric guitar sounds together with vocals. Using Stereo Modulator on the guitars, we can push them out to the sides, creating a space in the centre for the vocal to cut through, without needing to reduce the volume of the guitars. NOTE: Stereo Modulator is an AU3 plugin only, not a standalone app. To use it, you will need an audio unit host app such as Garageband or Audiobus.
SimplyFlange
This audio effect app provides a straightforward flange effect for a retro sound. It functions as an AUv3 app extension, compatible with hosts like AUM, Cubasis, and GarageBand.
- Retro flange audio effect
- AUv3 app extension
- Compatible with AUM, Cubasis, GarageBand
- Standalone app functionality
- Simple and straightforward interface
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A simple but straightforward flange audio effect to give you that nice retro feel. The filter exists in an AUv3 app extension so it is available for use in any host app that supports AudioUnit components such as AUM or Cubasis or GarageBand.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SimplyFlange at every 9 days against Stereo Modulator's every 3 months. SimplyFlange also leads on price ($0.99 vs $2.99). Stereo Modulator's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.6). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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
Stereo Modulator costs $2.99 and SimplyFlange $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Stereo Modulator against 5.0 for SimplyFlange. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Stereo Modulator ships an update every 3 months, SimplyFlange every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stereo Modulator | SimplyFlange |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Blue Mangoo Consulting Company Limited | Brad Howes |
Customer experience
Stereo Modulator
SimplyFlange
In-app purchases
Stereo Modulator
No in-app purchases
SimplyFlange
No in-app purchases









