Comparison

SpaceCraft Granular Synth vs DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SpaceCraft Granular Synth

Transform any sound into a playable musical instrument using granular synthesis. Create unique textures, soundscapes, and rhythms from your voice, ambient noise, or built-in samples. Record audio, load files, and save your sonic creations.

Highlights
  • Granular synthesis engine
  • Record audio via microphone
  • Load audio files from storage
  • Create textures and soundscapes
  • Arpeggiated rhythm generation
  • Save and recall presets
  • MIDI and MPE support
Features
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With SpaceCraft (MIDI, MPE, AUv3, IAA) you can transform any sound into a playable musical instrument via Granular Synthesis. You can create textures, soundscapes and arpeggiated rhythms from sounds such as your voice, ambient noise or the high quality built-in audio samples. Tap the 'Input' button (top left) to record audio via your device's microphone or load a file from your device (access* to iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Audioshare*** etc.). Experiment with turning everyday sounds into unusual instruments. Save your creations and corresponding samples via presets. Also, tap the 'rec' button (top right) to record your performance (maximum 20 minutes). This is used in standalone only as the AUv3 host can be used to record the output. Supports AUv3 and IAA (recommended to use in the effects slot to allow live input audio recording). * NOT COMPATIBLE with GarageBand as AUv3 (but can be loaded as Inter App Audio (IAA) or via an effects insert in the GarageBand sampler, with no MIDI capability) ** iOS11 and above provides equivalent folder access to the built-in iOS 'Files' app. Note that iOS10 and below has limited access to folders (no Audioshare folder access for iOS10 and below) *** Access to Audioshare files is done via the iOS files app

About

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

This AUv3 compatible plugin functions as a drum machine and sampler for DAWs. It offers extensive sample hosting, multi-layer control, advanced pattern editing, and flexible routing for both internal and external effects. Easily create and manipulate drum kits with its redesigned interface and robust features.

Highlights
  • 64 assignable pads with 4 banks
  • Up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad
  • Advanced multi-sample layer control
  • Internal and external effect routing
  • Sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler
  • Export patterns as MIDI stems and audio
  • Drag and drop sample functionality
Features
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DigiStix 2 is an AUv3 compatible drum machine and sampler plugin for your favourite DAW. This new version of DigiStix brings some distinct advantages over its predecessor, most notably the ability to host up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad. The interface has been drastically redesigned for iPad to make better use of full screen mode, allowing a popular MPC style 4x4 pad layout with 4 banks of samples. Digistix 2 also allows greater control over the multi-sample layers, with the ability to individually control the volume levels and pitch of layers as well as global pitch and tune settings all from the new sample window. Previously, each pad had effect sends for the internal reverb and delay effects, but this can now be routed to external busses 9 and 10 for processing using external effects.  The controller editing is now build into the main display and can be edited in place without the need to scroll the interface. It also now supports extra effect controllers. A new context aware control window allows you to quickly change pad settings without the need for popup windows.  DigiStix 2 now supports GM and original DS drum kit layouts, and includes a sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler, capable of recording new GM compatible drumkits automatically from your hardware. It is 100% backward compatible with the original app, and can be used as a drop-in replacement. Drag and drop support now allows you to directly drop samples on specific layers, as well as preview and edit them directly. You can create new kits by simply combining banks from existing kits into one mega kit, or use our non destructive referencing to include sounds from other kits. The randomize feature has been enhanced so you can randomize individual instruments or within specific banks. The new continuous MIDI learn mode makes custom mapping a breeze. Patterns can also be exported as MIDI stems for use in other packages including a direct import to Helium clips. You can also export patterns as audio in the latest version. The auto sample feature allows automated recording of GM compatible kits directly from hardware drum machines. The slice editor can also be used for MPC style slicing of audio clips. Features: • 64 Assignable Pads (4 banks of 16 pads). • Advanced Randomize Pattern feature. • Internal & external effect routing. • Mix and match different kits with drum references. • Up to 64 beats per pattern. • Songs up to 255 patterns in length. • Reverse Mode, Triplets and Accents. • Supports Mute Groups. • Multi-layer and Round Robin modes. • DS and GM MIDI Mapping. • 64 channel Mixer. • 8 band EQ. • Randomize Feature. • Sophisticated Auto Sampler • Export loops to audio and MIDI formats. • Looping Mode with Time Stretching. • Build in Delay, Reverb, Overdrive, Bit Crunch and LP/HP Filters. • Paramter Automation from your DAW. • Local and Remove MIDI Sync. • Built in Sampler. • Multi-bus/outputs when using AUM • Multiple Import options. • Melodic Remapping. • MIDI Mapping. • Real time and Step pattern recording. • iTunes and Filer importing of samples. • Files App Drag & Drop Support • Sample Slicer

Screenshots

SpaceCraft Granular Synth4 screens
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SpaceCraft Granular Synth at $9.99 against DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's $14.99. SpaceCraft Granular Synth also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 67%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On rating, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SpaceCraft Granular Synth costs $9.99 and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for SpaceCraft Granular Synth against 4.5 for DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 152 and 51 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of SpaceCraft Granular Synth's written reviews are positive against 67% of DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SpaceCraft Granular Synth ships an update every 2 weeks, DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SpaceCraft Granular Synth versus DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpaceCraft Granular SynthDigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin
Price$9.99 — better$14.99
Rating4.7 (152 ratings) — better4.5 (51 ratings)
Positive reviews86.4% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings152 — better51
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better13
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB313 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMark Watt4Pockets.com

Customer experience

SpaceCraft Granular Synth

All ratings152 ratings
Positive90.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral9.1%
Negative4.5%

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

All ratings50 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral14.6%
Negative18.8%

Bugs and requests

SpaceCraft Granular Synth

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes when loading files from nested Dropbox folders
  • Audio glitches and heavy crackling on older iPad models
  • Unexpected background audio drone when app not in use
  • AudioShare compatibility issues across different iOS versions
  • App resets to factory settings on reopening
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  • Live sampling mode latency and unintuitive behavior
  • Red playhead sometimes extends beyond range selector
  • Inconsistent audio input behavior in live sampling
  • No audio output in DAW hosts on some iOS versions
  • Crashes when multiple instances launched simultaneously
  • File import failures on iOS 9 and 10
  • Dropbox access limited to iCloud only on some devices
  • Recording duration limitations on iPhone (1 minute vs advertised 20 minutes)

Requested features

20 requests
  • Background audio playback support
  • Preset and project state saving functionality
  • Faster and more flexible LFO with additional waveforms
  • Wider grain selection windows for precise control
  • Built-in delay effect
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  • Amplitude envelopes for each oscillator
  • Panning and multi-channel routing options
  • Sample name display in UI
  • Ableton Link support
  • Rest notes in sequencer via double-tap
  • Ability to feed synth output to another synth in real-time
  • More reverb length options
  • CC automation recording in DAWs
  • Bluetooth MIDI support
  • Custom color scheme options
  • Broader grain readout curve options
  • Wider parameter control ranges
  • True IAA instrument support (not just effect)
  • Streamlined file import and management
  • More included presets

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SpaceCraft Granular Synth

No in-app purchases

None

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SpaceCraft Granular Synth free?
SpaceCraft Granular Synth costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin free?
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SpaceCraft Granular Synth or DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin?
SpaceCraft Granular Synth is rated higher. SpaceCraft Granular Synth averages 4.7 out of 5 from 152 ratings, while DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin averages 4.5 from 51 ratings.
Do SpaceCraft Granular Synth or DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin have ads?
Neither SpaceCraft Granular Synth nor DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SpaceCraft Granular Synth or DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin?
SpaceCraft Granular Synth ships an update every 2 weeks, and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin every 5 weeks. Most recently, SpaceCraft Granular Synth was updated on November 13, 2026 and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin on November 14, 2026.

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