# UNO Synth Editor vs LE05

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | UNO Synth Editor | LE05 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uno-synth-editor/id1401362007/reviews) | **[4.1 (139 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/le05-digitalism-2000-plus-auv3/id1547016343/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **139** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **54.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 209 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IK Multimedia US, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/323694278) | [Audiobus Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/672585101) |

## What reviewers say

### UNO Synth Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uno-synth-editor/id1401362007)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### LE05

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/le05-digitalism-2000-plus-auv3/id1547016343)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Amazing sounds and presets
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Innovative sound design
- 💰 Great value for price
- ✨ High-quality audio output

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Unacceptable subscription model
- ❌ No longer recognized in GarageBand
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💾 State-saving issues
- 🚫 Audio not saving

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Undo/redo button
- Release for computer (Logic Pro)
- Add Audiobus connection
- More 80s, Synthwave, Funky, Italo disco sounds
- Add a record button


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*