Comparison

波動 Hysteric Oscillator vs Sound

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

波動 Hysteric Oscillator

Generate various sound waves and visualize their waveforms in real-time. Control filters, modulation, and export audio or video. Ideal for audio testing and learning synthesizer basics.

Highlights
  • Real-time waveform and spectrum display
  • Six waveshapes including noise
  • Adjustable frequency (2 Hz - 20 kHz)
  • Low-pass/high-pass filter with resonance
  • AM/FM modulation
  • Video and audio file export
  • Save custom presets
Features
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An oscillator experiment app that shows the waveform in real time while it plays. Generate sine, square, pulse, sawtooth, and noise from 2 Hz to 20 kHz, and control the filter (low-pass / high-pass) and AM / FM modulation from your device. Export what you made as a video or an audio file. Useful for quick speaker and amplifier checks, DIY audio circuit tests, and learning synthesizer basics. Features - Six waveshapes: sine, square, pulse, sawtooth, harmonics, and noise (White, Pink, or Brown) - Real-time waveform display with L / R in separate colors; tap to switch to a mono trace - Spectrum analyzer: see the frequency content in real time, with guide lines on each harmonic so you can read how much harmonic content the sound has - "Harm" waveshape built from added harmonics: pick which harmonic is loudest with a slider, then set the character with Pure / Full / Odd / Even, and check the result in the spectrum - Frequency from 2 Hz to 20 kHz, with exact numeric entry - Filter: off / low-pass / high-pass, with resonance (Q) and slope (-12 to -48 dB/oct) - AM modulation with five modulator shapes; pulse lets you set the beep length in milliseconds - FM modulation with five modulator shapes: vibrato, trill, siren and hiccup-style pitch movement - Stereo balance control - 42 built-in presets (bandwidth-check sine tones, filter and pulse driven effects) - Export a vertical video (MP4) of the moving waveform for social media (free) - Export audio files (WAV / M4A) with the Full Version - Two channels for interference and beating (Full Version) - Save your own presets (Full Version) Great for - Quick checks of speakers, earphones, and amplifiers - Testing DIY effects pedals and audio circuits - Learning waveforms, filters, and modulation - Classroom and workshop demonstrations - Playing with drones, beats, and modulated tones Free and Full Version The oscillator, waveform display, filter, modulation, numeric entry, and video export are free. Two-channel operation, preset saving and file sharing, audio file export, and alternate app icons are available through a one-time in-app purchase. Note This app is intended for experiments and quick checks, not precision measurement. Start at a low volume, and take care when connecting earphones, headphones, or external speakers.

About

Sound

This application helps you block out distracting noises using basic wired headphones. It's designed to improve focus and productivity without requiring expensive equipment.

Highlights
  • Noise cancellation
  • Works with wired headphones
  • Improves focus
  • Affordable solution
Features
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Sound-Shield – Smarter Sound Control, Completely Free Take control of your audio like never before with Sound-Shield — the ultimate app designed to give you a cleaner, safer, and more personalized listening experience. Whether you're trying to block out distractions, protect your hearing, or just fine-tune your sound, Sound-Shield has you covered. Key Features: • Real-time sound filtering and control • Reduce unwanted or harsh audio instantly • Clean, simple interface built for speed and ease • Lightweight and optimized for performance Why Sound-Shield? Sound-Shield isn’t just another audio app — it’s your personal sound protection system. Whether you're gaming, studying, working, or just relaxing, you stay in control of what you hear. 100% Free No subscriptions. No hidden fees. Just download and use. Built for Everyone From casual users to power users, Sound-Shield is designed to enhance your experience without getting in your way. Download Sound-Shield today and experience sound your way.

Screenshots

波動 Hysteric Oscillator4 screens
Sound3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sound at 5.0 against 波動 Hysteric Oscillator's 4.0. Sound also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). 波動 Hysteric Oscillator's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 波動 Hysteric Oscillator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Sound asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sound holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

波動 Hysteric Oscillator ships an update weekly, Sound every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
波動 Hysteric Oscillator versus Sound: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter波動 Hysteric OscillatorSound
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (7 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better4
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB43 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperToshihiko AraiThomas Soter

Customer experience

波動 Hysteric Oscillator

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Sound

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

波動 Hysteric Oscillator

One-time4
  • Buy me a coffee$4.99
  • Solid support$9.99
  • Full version$14.99
Show 1 more
  • Big support$19.99
None

Sound

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 波動 Hysteric Oscillator free?
波動 Hysteric Oscillator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sound free?
Sound is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 波動 Hysteric Oscillator or Sound?
Sound is rated higher. 波動 Hysteric Oscillator averages 4.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Sound averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do 波動 Hysteric Oscillator or Sound have ads?
Neither 波動 Hysteric Oscillator nor Sound shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 波動 Hysteric Oscillator or Sound?
波動 Hysteric Oscillator ships an update weekly, and Sound every 2 months. Most recently, 波動 Hysteric Oscillator was updated on November 3, 2026 and Sound on October 31, 2026.

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