Comparison

UNO Synth Editor vs LE05

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

Head to head
About

UNO Synth Editor

This app provides advanced control for a specific analog synthesizer, allowing users to manage presets, shape sounds, and configure global and MIDI settings. It offers access to all synth engine elements and includes artist-created presets for inspiration.

Highlights
  • Preset management and transfer
  • Full control over synth engine
  • Sound shaping with envelopes and LFOs
  • Arpeggiator and keyboard controls
  • Global and MIDI settings configuration
  • Artist preset library
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**New: Librarian feature & Artist Presets** UNO Synth Editor’s Presets tab lets you easily manage presets and transfer them between your Mac/PC/iOS device and UNO Synth. Browse, audition and search, arrange presets into custom categories, and easily add and re-order presets on UNO Synth itself. And bulk transfer makes it easy to quickly prepare the Synth for performances. UNO Synth Editor also now offers presets from VIP artists like Synthmania, HaQ AttaQ and more, covering a wealth of styles and genres to inspire your creativity. UNO Synth Editor is the companion app for IK’s UNO Synth. Easily access and control all the aspects of this powerful analog synthesizer from your iPhone or iPad while UNO Synth is connected. UNO Synth Editor gives you enhanced access to every element of the synth engine for massive sound-shaping potential. Adjust continuously variable waveshapes and pulse-width modulation, and use full access to the Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release controls of both the filter and amplitude envelopes for even more in-depth sound design. Arpeggiator and keyboard controls help you prep for live shows. Lastly, UNO Synth Editor gives you control over the hardware unit’s global and MIDI settings, making it easier to configure UNO Synth for more complex setups and rigs. Features: • Powerful editor for use with IK’s UNO Synth analog synthesizer • Full control over all features of the hardware unit • Instant access to full Attack, Decay, Sustain, and Release filter controls • Adjust settings for Live effects like Vibrato, Tremolo, and Wah • Full 88-key keyboard for easier programming of arpeggios and sequences • Pitch and mod wheels for more dynamic control of your playing • Advanced access to the on-board Arpeggiator • New librarian tab to sort & categorize presets & transfer between UNO and the app • Global and MIDI controls for faster setup of advanced configurations 
Requires UNO Synth with firmware version 1.1. Firmware updater can be downloaded from www.ikmultimedia.com/userarea after registration of the unit.

About

LE05

Explore a vast collection of vintage synth sounds inspired by early 2000s digital music. This app offers over 1,000 samples and 60+ PCM sound sources, with over 100 presets for immediate inspiration. It functions as a standalone instrument or an AUv3 plugin for popular DAWs.

Highlights
  • Vintage digital synth sounds
  • Over 1,000 individual samples
  • 60+ multi-sampled PCM sound sources
  • Over 100 inspiring presets
  • Standalone and AUv3 modes
  • AUv3 automation
Features
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"Sounds Really Awesome!" - The Sound Test Room DIGITALISM 2000 is a new vintage synth module featuring exclusive sounds recorded from Digital Synths from the early 2000s. Retro and modern. These sounds were custom created for this app by the sound designers behind hit-making producers. Over 1,000+ individual samples were recorded from hardware synths and processed to perfection to make this expressive instrument for you! - Digital Synth Sounds: Pads, EPs, Synth, Bass, and more - Over 1,000+ individual samples custom recorded for this app - Over 60+ exclusive multi-sampled PCM sound sources - Compressed to under 180mb to save space - Over 100+ inspiring and creative presets - Easy-to-use controls - OUR BIGGEST LIMITED EDITION APP YET! - Universal: iPad & iPhone included - Standalone and AUv3 Modes Lightweight & powerful. Tweak the presets to make them your own. Run multiple instances of this AUv3 plugin effortlessly. FEATURES: - New powerful AUv3 code. Works great as an AU plugin in GarageBand, Cubasis 3, BM3, NS2, AUM, Auria Pro, and more - AUv3 Automation If you liked the sounds of Digital D1 & FM Player, this app builds on that and takes you on a journey to the next decade, from the 80s & 90s to the 2000s! REQUIREMENTS: Requires iPhone 6s size or above! (Will not work on 1st gen SE models) Will the apps still be updated? The apps will be updated for new iOS versions, to ensure that your limited edition apps continue to work as iOS technology progresses. Subscribe to access to premium app features; subscription details are the following: - Length: weekly or yearly - Free trial: only on selected subscriptions - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase - Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription Terms & Conditions: [https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/LE05-Digitalism-2000-AUv3-Terms-Conditions-150cf6557a08802389aad0765382fe66?pvs=4](https://www.notion.so/LE05-Digitalism-2000-AUv3-Terms-Conditions-150cf6557a08802389aad0765382fe66?pvs=21) Privacy Policy: [https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/LE05-Digitalism-2000-AUv3-Privacy-Policy-150cf6557a08806fabb3cbff1e1f5f3f?pvs=4](https://www.notion.so/LE05-Digitalism-2000-AUv3-Privacy-Policy-150cf6557a08806fabb3cbff1e1f5f3f?pvs=21) * NOTE: This app has no official affiliation with AudioKit Pro, LLC. It was built using the free AudioKit source code.

Screenshots

UNO Synth Editor4 screens
LE054 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UNO Synth Editor at none against LE05's 4. UNO Synth Editor also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 13.0). LE05's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 9 months). On price and device support 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

Both are free to download. LE05 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. UNO Synth Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LE05 holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LE05 has 139 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of UNO Synth Editor's written reviews are positive against 54% of LE05's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UNO Synth Editor ships an update every 9 months, LE05 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
UNO Synth Editor versus LE05: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUNO Synth EditorLE05
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (12 ratings)4.1 (139 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews54.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12139 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB209 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIK Multimedia US, LLCAudiobus Pty Ltd

Customer experience

UNO Synth Editor

All ratings11 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative58.3%

LE05

All ratings139 ratings
Positive77.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative18.0%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive54.1%
Neutral13.5%
Negative32.4%

Bugs and requests

UNO Synth Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

LE05

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • GarageBand crashes when opening songs with the Audio Unit
  • Digitalism not recognized in GarageBand
  • No sound when playing MIDI tracks in GarageBand
  • State-saving doesn't hold Audio Unit patch settings and parameters
  • App crashes at the point of entering the song editor
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  • App no longer opens in projects (GarageBand, Logic, Cubasis)
  • No audio when reopening projects
  • Preset selection causes crashes in Cubasis
  • Background audio feature does not work
  • Scrolling through sound bank menus is jumpy or doesn't work
  • Audio bugs need fixing
  • Crashes at times, not very reliable
  • Latency with Bluetooth headphones

Requested features

8 requests
  • Undo/redo button
  • Release for computer (Logic Pro)
  • Add Audiobus connection
  • More 80s, Synthwave, Funky, Italo disco sounds
  • Add a record button
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  • Fix UI layout on iPhone SE 2020
  • Add sustain pedal support
  • Add instruction manual

In-app purchases

None

UNO Synth Editor

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

LE05

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium$2.997 Days
  • Yearly premium$9.991 Year
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  • Yearly premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is UNO Synth Editor free?
UNO Synth Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LE05 free?
LE05 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, UNO Synth Editor or LE05?
LE05 is rated higher. UNO Synth Editor averages 3.8 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while LE05 averages 4.1 from 139 ratings.
Do UNO Synth Editor or LE05 have ads?
LE05 shows ads; UNO Synth Editor does not.
Which is updated more often, UNO Synth Editor or LE05?
UNO Synth Editor ships an update every 9 months, and LE05 every 6 weeks. Most recently, UNO Synth Editor was updated on October 21, 2026 and LE05 on October 24, 2026.

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