# Gliss vs Poly 2

The clearest difference is rating: Poly 2 at 4.8 against Gliss's 3.0. Poly 2 also leads on ratings volume (686 vs 4) and review sentiment (84% vs 67%). Gliss's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Poly 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Gliss asks for nothing beyond the download.

Poly 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Poly 2 has 686 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Gliss's written reviews are positive against 84% of Poly 2's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gliss | Poly 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gliss/id1457585439/reviews) | **[4.8 (686 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **686** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **84.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 153 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mi.mu Gloves Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457585438) | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) |

## What reviewers say

### Gliss

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gliss/id1457585439)

Transform your iOS device into a motion-based music controller. Wirelessly send sensor data to your computer to manipulate music software, add effects, trigger samples, and control synth parameters with gestures. It supports MIDI and OSC for integration with popular music production tools.

**Highlights:** Motion-based music control, Wireless sensor data transmission, Gesture recognition for music, MIDI and OSC support, Touch-responsive surface control, Wireless feedback via color and vibration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Poly 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326)

This app generates evolving musical patterns and melodies using polyrhythms. It offers extensive sound manipulation with a sampler, multiple effects, and the ability to store numerous configurations. Users can also import their own sounds and integrate with other music production tools.

**Highlights:** Generative polyrhythm sequencing, Up to 8 simultaneous sounds, Sampler with envelopes and filters, Randomize capabilities, Built-in delay, reverb, distortion, and EQ FX, AUv3, Audiobus, and IAA support, Import custom samples

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro mode | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique, creative, and powerful tool
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Excellent for ambient, experimental, and generative music
- 🎹 Great for drum grooves and rhythmic patterns
- 💻 Seamless integration with external hardware and software

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔇 Lack of sustain/voice ring-out when transport is stopped
- 📺 Small interface elements can be difficult to use on iPad
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with some third-party apps

**Reported bugs**

- In-app purchase not working for some users
- MIDI connectivity issues with certain apps
- Crashes upon opening for some users

**Requested features**

- Ability to preview samples before importing
- Autoslice/autochop functionality for samples
- Support for larger sample imports and automatic slot filling
- Granulizer effect
- Note repeat and vinyl effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gliss free?

Gliss is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Poly 2 free?

Poly 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gliss or Poly 2?

Poly 2 is rated higher. Gliss averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Poly 2 averages 4.8 from 686 ratings.

### Do Gliss or Poly 2 have ads?

Neither Gliss nor Poly 2 shows ads.

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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.*