# AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer vs Simply Patterns

The clearest difference is rating: AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer at 4.9 against Simply Patterns's 2.0. AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simply Patterns sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer asks for nothing beyond the download.

AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer has 27K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer | Simply Patterns |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-synth-one-synthesizer/id1371050497/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-patterns-drum-machine/id6758304853/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 94.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AudioKit Pro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307785645) | [Luciano Gaston Mareco](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811252099) |

## What reviewers say

### AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-synth-one-synthesizer/id1371050497)

This is a free, open-source professional synthesizer app for iOS devices. It offers over 300 presets, MIDI support, a sequencer, and vintage-inspired filters. Learn music production basics and create your own sounds.

**Highlights:** Over 300+ Presets, MIDI Support, Vintage-Style Sequencer, Analog Filters, Expressive Arpeggiators, Open-Source

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 😎 Easy to use
- 🔥 Clean patches
- 👍 Awesome synth
- 🎸 Works great with GarageBand
- 🤩 Absolutely stunning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 No AU support yet
- 🤔 Crashes with Audiobus 3
- 🤔 Poor palette of sounds
- 🤔 Mod wheel issues
- 🤔 Occasional crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Keyboard issues on iPhone
- Crashes with Audiobus 3
- Mod wheel issues

**Requested features**

- Add AU support
- Add just intonation feature
- Add dotted-8th-note delay option
- Add more sound packs
- Add drum machine/sequencing capabilities


### Simply Patterns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-patterns-drum-machine/id6758304853)

Create rhythms effortlessly with an intuitive step sequencer and high-fidelity sound engine. This app offers a minimalist workflow for quick beat-making, allowing real-time tweaking and easy export to DAWs or for sharing.

**Highlights:** Intuitive 16-step sequencer, High-fidelity sound engine, Real-time BPM and swing adjustment, Minimalist, distraction-free interface, Easy pattern export, Per-step velocity control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer free?

AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simply Patterns free?

Simply Patterns is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer or Simply Patterns?

AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer is rated higher. AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Simply Patterns averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer or Simply Patterns have ads?

Simply Patterns shows ads; AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer does not.

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