# VStomp Amp HD vs Overloud THU

VStomp Amp HD and Overloud THU both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 60% of Overloud THU's written reviews are positive against 33% of VStomp Amp HD's. Overloud THU also leads on ratings volume (97 vs 10) and device support (3 vs 1). VStomp Amp HD's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VStomp Amp HD sells 19 one-off in-app purchases and Overloud THU sells 35 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for VStomp Amp HD against 4.1 for Overloud THU. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Overloud THU has 97 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of VStomp Amp HD's written reviews are positive against 60% of Overloud THU's.

VStomp Amp HD ships an update every 3 weeks, Overloud THU every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VStomp Amp HD | Overloud THU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vstomp-amp-hd/id1411210567/reviews)** | [4.1 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overloud-thu/id1478394489/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **97** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **60.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 114 MB | 1.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hotone](https://appshunter.io/developer/982536111) | [Almateq SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1025751529) |

## What reviewers say

### VStomp Amp HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vstomp-amp-hd/id1411210567)

Experience legendary amplifier tones on your mobile device. This app uses advanced modeling technology to deliver realistic guitar and bass amp simulations with built-in effects and a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Advanced CDCM modeling system, 23+ legendary amplifier models, 20+ classic cabinet models, Built-in delay and reverb effects, Smart noise gate, Simple, intuitive UI

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fryman HB | $0.99 | one-time |
| Highway 103 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Engle 4x12 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Eddie 2x12 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rector 4x12 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dizzle 4x12 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Jazz 2x12 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Eddie 51 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Engle Saga | $1.99 | one-time |
| Powerengle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Rector Dual | $1.99 | one-time |
| BASS PACK | $1.99 | one-time |
| Jazz Clean | $1.99 | one-time |
| CRUNCH PACK | $2.99 | one-time |
| ALL-CAB PACK | $4.99 | one-time |
| SPECIAL LEAD PACK | $4.99 | one-time |
| HIGH GAIN PACK | $9.99 | one-time |
| ALL-AMP PACK | $29.99 | one-time |
| ALL-IN PACK | $29.99 | one-time |


### Overloud THU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overloud-thu/id1478394489)

Transform your iOS device into a powerful guitar and bass amplifier and effects simulator. Build custom rigs with a vast library of amps, cabinets, and pedals, and utilize advanced features for recording, live performance, and practice.

**Highlights:** Guitar and bass amp simulation, Extensive cabinet and pedal effects library, IR Loader, Rig Player for captured tones, AUv3 support for DAWs, MIDI pedalboard control, Amp Tweak customization

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TH-U FREE Pack | Free | one-time |
| 11201 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11210 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11237 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| TH-U RockGuy for Desktop | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11325 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11327 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11033 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11200 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11211 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Made In Rock - PFL 100 Desktop | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tumble ODS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Randall T2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Darkstar 40 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stryverb | $4.99 | one-time |
| British Classics Rig Library | $12.99 | one-time |
| American Classics Rig Library | $17.99 | one-time |
| Vintage Collection 1 Rig Lib | $17.99 | one-time |
| Choptones Fend Twin65 Rig Lib | $17.99 | one-time |
| Choptones Tone Impera Rig Lib | $17.99 | one-time |
| BHS Sold Rig Library | $19.99 | one-time |
| FX Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Made In Rock - PFL 100 | $24.99 | one-time |
| TH-U All Metal Gear | $24.99 | one-time |
| BHS Iconic 1 Hair Metal RigLib | $26.99 | one-time |
| Bass Rigs Vol. 1 Rig Library | $26.99 | one-time |
| Distortion Bundle | $27.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Rock Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Metal Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U RockGuy Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U 60's Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Funk and R&B Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| Amps & Cabs Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Full for Desktop Owners | $59.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Premium | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎸 Excellent amp and guitar tones
- 🔊 Great sound quality and feel
- 🎨 Impressive range of amps, cabs, and effects
- 🤖 Faithful desktop version port to iOS
- 🔍 Detailed and customizable presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤔 Unintuitive and cluttered user interface
- 🔇 Compatibility issues with certain audio interfaces
- 🔍 Lack of clear documentation and tutorials
- 🔀 Difficulty managing and navigating presets

**Reported bugs**

- MIDI issues and temporary locking up of the app
- Crashes and stability problems with recent updates
- Incompatibility with newer iPad Pro models

**Requested features**

- Add support for loading custom impulse responses
- Implement AUv3 support for better DAW integration
- Improve preset management with better organization
- Add more iconic amp models and effects
- Enhance the looper functionality and usability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VStomp Amp HD free?

VStomp Amp HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Overloud THU free?

Overloud THU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VStomp Amp HD or Overloud THU?

VStomp Amp HD is rated higher. VStomp Amp HD averages 4.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Overloud THU averages 4.1 from 97 ratings.

### Do VStomp Amp HD or Overloud THU have ads?

Neither VStomp Amp HD nor Overloud THU shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VStomp Amp HD or Overloud THU?

VStomp Amp HD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Overloud THU every 11 days. Most recently, VStomp Amp HD was updated on October 22, 2026 and Overloud THU on October 22, 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.*