# Poly 2 vs SAMPLER! (Early Access)

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SAMPLER! (Early Access) at none against Poly 2's 1. SAMPLER! (Early Access) also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 84%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Poly 2's advantage is ratings volume (686 vs 1). 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. SAMPLER! (Early Access) asks for nothing beyond the download.

SAMPLER! (Early Access) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Poly 2 has 686 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Poly 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of SAMPLER! (Early Access)'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | Poly 2 | SAMPLER! (Early Access) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (686 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sampler-early-access/id6657988162/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **686** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 84.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 153 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) | [Chukwudilim Ogakwu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764528406) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### SAMPLER! (Early Access)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sampler-early-access/id6657988162)

Record sounds from your environment or use a curated library to create music. This app allows you to experiment with recorded audio by pressing keys to manipulate the sounds.

**Highlights:** Record everyday sounds, Use curated sound library, Manipulate sounds with keys, Create music from recordings

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Poly 2 free?

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

### Is SAMPLER! (Early Access) free?

SAMPLER! (Early Access) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Poly 2 or SAMPLER! (Early Access)?

SAMPLER! (Early Access) is rated higher. Poly 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 686 ratings, while SAMPLER! (Early Access) averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Poly 2 or SAMPLER! (Early Access) have ads?

Neither Poly 2 nor SAMPLER! (Early Access) 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.*