# ODD Ball vs VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave

The clearest difference is monetization model: ODD Ball at free with in-app purchases against VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave's subscription. ODD Ball also leads on ads (none vs shown). VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (132 vs 32). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ODD Ball sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for ODD Ball against 4.0 for VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 132 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of ODD Ball's written reviews are positive against 51% of VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave's.

ODD Ball ships an update every 6 weeks, VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ODD Ball | VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odd-ball/id1453989732/reviews) | **[4.0 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vhs-synth-80s-synthwave/id1615208667/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **132** |
| Positive reviews | **52.4% of reviews** | 51.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 204 MB | 167 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oddball Studios Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1453989731) | [Audiobus Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/672585101) |

## What reviewers say

### ODD Ball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odd-ball/id1453989732)

Transform music into an interactive experience by dancing with a virtual ball. Create unique tracks using a vast library of sounds and effects, and control music with intuitive gestures like a DJ.

**Highlights:** Interactive music creation, DJ music control, Expansive audio library, Create custom tracks, Multi-ball control, Gesture-based music manipulation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| Club Boulevard | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cloud 9 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Electric Cosmo | $2.99 | one-time |
| Robot Dust | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hype Monkey | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rising Tension | $2.99 | one-time |
| Galactic Race | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dragon Voyage | $2.99 | one-time |
| House | $3.99 | one-time |
| Techno | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lo-Fi | $3.99 | one-time |
| Musique Concrete | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $6.99 | one-time |


### VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vhs-synth-80s-synthwave/id1615208667)

This app creates unique synth sounds by recording classic synths to VHS tape and then resampling them. It offers a vast library of presets and effects to achieve lo-fi, retro vibes for various music genres. An AUv3 plugin and standalone app are included.

**Highlights:** VHS-recorded and resampled synths, Over 280+ presets, Standalone app and AUv3 plugin, VCR sound effects, VCR FX section for customization, Free expansion pack included

**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**

- 🎵 Excellent lo-fi and retro 80s sound quality
- 🎹 Extensive library of high-quality presets
- 💰 Affordable pricing (at original purchase)
- 🎨 Intuitive and clean interface design
- 🔊 Versatile sounds for multiple genres

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Aggressive subscription model for previously purchased app
- 🔄 Conversion from AudioKit broke existing projects
- 📊 User data tracking added without clear benefit
- 🚫 Removed access to previously purchased presets/banks
- 😠 Lack of developer communication about changes

**Reported bugs**

- GarageBand compatibility broken after updates
- App not recognized in Logic Pro after updates
- Inconsistent sound quality across different registers
- Patch/preset settings not retained after closing DAW
- Audio Unit Extension crashes in GarageBand

**Requested features**

- Mac OS version for DAW compatibility
- Velocity sensitivity settings for keyboard
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels with actual functionality
- Better keyboard design with proper key sizing
- Improved UI layout to reduce wasted space in AUv3 mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ODD Ball free?

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

### Is VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave free?

VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ODD Ball or VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave?

VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave is rated higher. ODD Ball averages 3.9 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave averages 4.0 from 132 ratings.

### Do ODD Ball or VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave have ads?

VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave shows ads; ODD Ball does not.

### Which is updated more often, ODD Ball or VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave?

ODD Ball ships an update every 6 weeks, and VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave every 2 weeks. Most recently, ODD Ball was updated on September 17, 2026 and VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave on September 26, 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.*