# ShockWave vs TriceraChorus

The clearest difference is rating: TriceraChorus at 5.0 against ShockWave's 4.6. TriceraChorus also leads on price ($14.99 vs $19.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). ShockWave's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (188 vs 9). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

ShockWave costs $19.99 and TriceraChorus $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

TriceraChorus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ShockWave has 188 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ShockWave ships an update every 2 months, TriceraChorus every 9 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ShockWave | TriceraChorus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **$14.99** |
| Rating | [4.6 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shockwave-synth-module/id1449844670/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricerachorus/id1526347914/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **188** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 54.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 42 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kai Aras](https://appshunter.io/developer/370820899) | [Eventide](https://appshunter.io/developer/546518026) |

## What reviewers say

### ShockWave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shockwave-synth-module/id1449844670)

This app is a monophonic synthesizer for iOS and AUv3 plugins, utilizing Phase Distortion synthesis. It offers dual PD oscillators, sequencers, LFOs, and envelopes for complex sound design. Almost any control can be modulated by multiple sources, with real-time visual feedback.

**Highlights:** Phase Distortion Synthesis, Dual PD Oscillators, Dual 8-step Sequencers, Dual ASR Envelopes, Tempo-syncable LFOs, Extensive Modulation Matrix, MIDI and MPE Support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Unique and amazing sounds
- 🔊 Heavy and brutal tones
- 💡 Innovative phase distortion synthesis
- 🎨 Beautiful and deep sound sculpting
- 🎹 Great for bass sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- ❌ Not working in AUM/AUv3
- 🔇 No sound output in certain apps
- ❓ Difficult to use without a manual
- 📉 Laggy UI and slow patch loading

**Reported bugs**

- "Bad Signal" errors in AUM, stops sound generation.
- Intermittent "bad signal" prompt in AUM, requires reloading.
- Sounds awful, very distorted with glitchy UI.
- App crashes frequently.
- No sound coming out of AUv3 in GarageBand.

**Requested features**

- Provide a proper manual detailing all parameters and sections with examples.
- Implement a key trigger option for the sequencer to allow MIDI controller playback.
- Add a poly mode.
- Improve documentation and tutorials.
- Standardize knob appearance and response.


### TriceraChorus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricerachorus/id1526347914)

This app emulates classic tri-chorus and micro-pitch detuning effects from the 70s and 80s. It offers three chorus voices and various modes to thicken sound, add modulation, and create stereo width. Designed for live performance, it allows for dynamic control and experimentation with sonic textures.

**Highlights:** Bucket Brigade style stereo Tri-chorus, CHORUS, CHORALE, and SWIRL modes, Micro-pitch detuning for stereo width, RIBBON for effect parameter sweeps, HOTSWITCH for instant setting changes, AUv3 plug-in and Standalone App

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ShockWave free?

ShockWave costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TriceraChorus free?

TriceraChorus costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ShockWave or TriceraChorus?

TriceraChorus is rated higher. ShockWave averages 4.6 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while TriceraChorus averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do ShockWave or TriceraChorus have ads?

Neither ShockWave nor TriceraChorus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ShockWave or TriceraChorus?

ShockWave ships an update every 2 months, and TriceraChorus every 9 months. Most recently, ShockWave was updated on October 14, 2026 and TriceraChorus on October 14, 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.*