# Aparillo vs SynthMaster 2

The clearest difference is price: Aparillo at Free against SynthMaster 2's $14.99. Aparillo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (89% vs 68%). SynthMaster 2's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.6). On rating, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Aparillo is free to download; SynthMaster 2 costs $14.99 up front. Aparillo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SynthMaster 2 sells 10 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 — 4.9 for Aparillo against 4.8 for SynthMaster 2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 507 and 474 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Aparillo's written reviews are positive against 68% of SynthMaster 2's.

Aparillo ships an update every 4 months, SynthMaster 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aparillo | SynthMaster 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $14.99 |
| Rating | **[4.9 (507 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aparillo/id1439914019/reviews)** | [4.8 (474 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **507** | 474 |
| Positive reviews | **88.6% of reviews** | 68.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 55 MB | 918 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15** |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sugar Bytes GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/614418826) | [KV331 Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/944155925) |

## What reviewers say

### Aparillo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aparillo/id1439914019)

This advanced FM synthesizer is designed for creating complex, evolving soundscapes and atmospheres ideal for film, TV, and games. It offers deep sound design capabilities with two interacting synthesizers, integrated effects, and an intuitive 'mass-controller' for one-touch sound morphing. Seamlessly integrate it into your mobile studio setup with extensive MIDI and syncing options.

**Highlights:** 16-voice FM Synthesizer, Formant Shifting, Wave Folding & Shifting, Multi-Mode Filter with Spacializer, Orbiter for one-touch Sound Morphing, 500 handpicked Presets, Full MIDI Support, Preset iCloud Sync

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aparillo Full Version | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful sound design capabilities
- 👍 Intuitive and creative interface
- 🎨 Cinematic and otherworldly sounds
- 💡 Innovative orbit and spatial features
- 🔥 Excellent presets and sound quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Lack of clear documentation and tutorials
- 📱 UI not optimized for larger iPad screens
- 💰 Paid upgrade required for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Saved patches not compatible across versions
- Orbiter parameters not accessible on latest iOS

**Requested features**

- More preset packs and sound libraries
- Improved MIDI and automation support
- Custom tuning and scale options
- Expanded keyboard and note range


### SynthMaster 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584)

This powerful software synthesizer offers a vast array of sound design capabilities, including multiple oscillator modes, extensive modulation options, and a wide selection of filters. Explore over 1000 factory presets or create your own unique sounds. Available as a standalone app or AUv3 plugin.

**Highlights:** Multiple oscillator modes (Basic, Additive, Wavetable, Vector), Extensive modulation architecture, 6 filter categories, Import custom wave files, 1000+ factory presets, Standalone app and AUv3 plugin

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BigTone Analog Basics 02 | $4.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Analog Basics | $4.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Signature Sounds Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NU Sounds of the World | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Japan Vintage | $4.99 | one-time |
| Desktop Presets Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Expansions Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best synth on iPad
- 👍 Delicious sound
- 👍 Tremendously powerful synth
- 👍 Great synth with complex possibilities and great sound(s)
- 👍 Perfeito

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Auswahl der Modulationsquellen funktioniert nicht richtig
- 🐛 Echt schlecht
- 🐛 Broken Preset System for a powerful synth
- 🐛 Please fix the OSC behavior on Square and Saw
- 🐛 Preset issues

**Reported bugs**

- Presets not loading correctly
- Modulation not working after loading project
- Skin resets to default
- App crashes frequently

**Requested features**

- Pitch bend/glide for imported samples
- Integration with AUM audio mixer


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aparillo free?

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

### Is SynthMaster 2 free?

SynthMaster 2 costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Aparillo or SynthMaster 2?

Aparillo is rated higher. Aparillo averages 4.9 out of 5 from 507 ratings, while SynthMaster 2 averages 4.8 from 474 ratings.

### Do Aparillo or SynthMaster 2 have ads?

SynthMaster 2 shows ads; Aparillo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Aparillo or SynthMaster 2?

Aparillo ships an update every 4 months, and SynthMaster 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Aparillo was updated on November 2, 2026 and SynthMaster 2 on November 3, 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.*