Comparison

ID700 vs Tera Pro

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

Head to head
About

ID700

This app is a software synthesizer that recreates the voice architecture of the Buchla 700. It offers hybrid FM and waveshaping synthesis with extensive customization options for sound design. It functions as a standalone app or an AUv3 plugin for music production software.

Highlights
  • Hybrid FM and waveshaping synthesis
  • AUv3 and Standalone support
  • Twelve voices with unique algorithms
  • Fourteen complex envelopes per voice
  • Two waveshapers per voice
  • MPE capability
  • Scala scale file support
Features
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ID700 is a hybrid FM/waveshaping software synthesizer based on the voice architecture of the Buchla 700. ID700 runs in standalone mode and as an AUv3 plugin (Logic Pro, GarageBand, AUM, Cubasis 3). HISTORY In 1987 Don Buchla released the Buchla 700 synthesizer. It was the next logical step from Don's previous digital synths (the Buchla 400, Touché, Buchla 500) but was also influenced by the synth trends of the 1980's, specifically FM synthesis and the all-in-one workstation concept. As usual, Don was ahead of the curve and the 700 never took off. Very few were sold and even fewer functioning units exist today. I always loved the sound of Don's digital oscillators, and combined with the scarcity of the instrument it seemed like a fun project to recreate it in software and reintroduce its concepts to the world. FEATURES * AUv3 and Standalone support on iOS * twelve voices of four operator FM with twelve unique algorithms * fourteen complex envelopes per voice * two hundred professionally designed presets * two waveshapers per voice * preset randomizer * over forty factory wave shapes plus an editor for user created shapes * Scala scale file support with over four thousand included tunings from the Scala scale archive * MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) capability for MPE controllers like the Roli Seabord, Linnstrument, and Sensel Morph * advanced MIDI implementation (including 14-bit CCs and Program Change) * an in-depth manual (60+ pages) is available in the app and from our website * iCloud support for sharing presets, waveshapes, and tunings between devices * up to 16x oversampling

About

Tera Pro

Explore a vast array of sound synthesis methods, from analog emulations to modern digital techniques. Combine modules for unique sonic textures, enhanced by an intelligent interface and realtime visual feedback. Expand your sound palette with additional modules available through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Multiple synthesis methods (analog, FM, spectral, additive)
  • Physical modeling and wave shaping
  • Intelligent user interface with realtime scopes
  • Flexible module routing
  • 128-voice polyphony with vintage voice modeling
  • Seamless sound switching
  • Extensive preset library
Features
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Tera Pro brings together all major sound synthesis methods on one table. No matter if you want to recreate sounds from analogue legends or explore modern digital sounds with FM, Waveshaping or Wavetable synthesis. More can be added by In-App Purchases of new modules. Add some flavour of physical modelling and modules for additive synthesis. Combine them altogether for new sound experiences far beyond your wildest dreams. Tame this overwhelming amount of possibilities with Tera Pros intelligent user interface showing you only exactly what you need, paired with realtime oscilloscopes and level indicators helping you seeing what’s going on. Connect the modules with a flexible routing method without the visual cluttering of real wire cables needed in conventional modular synthesisers FAQ What does Tera Pro have that Tera Synth doesn't have ? 1) Additional Sound Modules - Spectrum oscillator ( borrowed from the heart of Addictive Synth ) - Wave shaper / folder opens the west coast synthesis - Vocal Morphing filter - KARPLUS (aka WaveGuide ) with new "Swarm" mode ( 3 detuned delays ) 2) Revised engine - Analog Polysynth Voice Modelling with characteristic subtle voice variations of timbre, pitch and temporal behaviour to get you "The" Analog Sound. - 128 vs 32 voices polyphony - Seamless Sound Switching: change presets during play without cutting off the sound. - 8 times unison for really heavy ambients - Envelope generators with Buchla style "end of cycle" trigger for generative music - Stack/Split Sounds - New effect section 3) Redesigned User Interface - Collapsible modules for clear view of modular structure - No more nasty popups for LFOs/Envelope generators - Realtime oscilloscopes added to selected modules 4) New Presets - About 1000 additional presets in there. Tera never sounded this good... Tera Pro Specifications - 128 voice Modular polyphonic Synthesiser - Mono/Dual/Split Voice Architecture - Modules for analog and FM synthesis - Modules for Spectral Synthesis and Additive Synthesis - Karplus Strong Physical Modelling and Wave Shaping - MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) - Vintage voice modelling for organic warm sound character - 1800+ Factory presets included - PDF Manual included - Standalone, AUv3 and IAA compatible - Ableton Link - Bluetooth MIDI - ... Additional modules through In-App Purchases: - Classic Wavetable synthesis with Import - Classic 6-OP FM Synthesis fully compatible to DX7 sysex files. - BrainZ multiple synthesis module based on MI Plaits Eurorack module. - RingZ physical modelling module based on MI Rings Eurorack module. - CloudZ granular synthesis module based on MI Clouds Eurorack module.

Screenshots

Tera Pro2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ID700 at none against Tera Pro's 6. ID700 also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 69%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Tera Pro's advantage is price ($6.99 vs $12.99) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On ratings volume, ads and iOS requirement 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

ID700 costs $12.99 and Tera Pro $6.99 up front. Tera Pro sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. ID700 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ID700 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 128 and 155 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of ID700's written reviews are positive against 69% of Tera Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ID700 ships an update monthly, Tera Pro every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 13, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ID700 versus Tera Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterID700Tera Pro
Price$12.99$6.99 — better
Rating4.8 (128 ratings) — better4.6 (155 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better69.4% of reviews
Number of ratings128155 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB306 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJonathan SchatzHarry Gohs

Customer experience

ID700

All ratings128 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative7.5%

Tera Pro

All ratings155 ratings
Positive88.4%
Neutral5.8%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive69.4%
Neutral18.1%
Negative12.5%

Bugs and requests

ID700

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Tera Pro

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App crashes on macOS and iOS
  • Piano keyboard not appearing
  • Wavetable module IAP producing no sound
  • In-app purchases disappearing or not activating
  • Presets causing white noise or feedback blasts
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  • UI glitches preventing parameter adjustment
  • Randomize function not working with wavetable oscillators
  • Arpeggiator losing sync in AUM
  • No sound output until patch toggling
  • LFO panel crashes when adjusting settings
  • Wavetable oscillator remaining silent
  • MIDI Learn settings not clearable
  • App not appearing in iPad Settings or Files app
  • Patches with feedback that require MIDI Panic
  • Inconsistent oscillator routing display
  • Parameter adjustment randomly not working
  • Sample rate unable to be changed

Requested features

15 requests
  • Undo/Redo functionality
  • MIDI Panic button (prominent placement)
  • Output limiter for safety
  • Standard black and white keyboard option
  • Favorites/bookmarking system for presets
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  • MIDI Learn reset/clear functionality
  • Key Hold button on main screen
  • Sampler module
  • Many-to-many modulation matrix
  • Fully dark theme on all UI screens
  • MIDI Program Change support
  • Solo and Mute buttons for oscillators
  • Partial number indicators for spectral oscillator
  • Better file system integration for backups
  • Improved velocity/aftertouch separation on keyboard

In-app purchases

None

ID700

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Tera Pro

One-time6
  • Library WaveShaper$0.99
  • Module Waves$5.99
  • FM 7 module$5.99
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  • Module RingZ$5.99
  • Module BrainZ$6.99
  • Module CloudZ$9.99

Questions

Is ID700 free?
ID700 costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tera Pro free?
Tera Pro costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ID700 or Tera Pro?
ID700 is rated higher. ID700 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 128 ratings, while Tera Pro averages 4.6 from 155 ratings.
Do ID700 or Tera Pro have ads?
Neither ID700 nor Tera Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ID700 or Tera Pro?
ID700 ships an update monthly, and Tera Pro every 5 days. Most recently, ID700 was updated on August 13, 2026 and Tera Pro on September 20, 2026.

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