Comparison

Flux vs PulseRipper

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

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About

Flux

This real-time multi-effects processor and sequencer allows users to create intricate audio patterns within compatible DAWs. It offers a wide range of effects that can be precisely timed to beats, enabling dynamic sound design for specific phrases or sections of music.

Highlights
  • Real-time multi-effects processing
  • AUv3 plugin for DAWs
  • Pattern-based sequencing
  • Beat-synced effects timing
  • 11 distinct audio effects
  • Customizable node settings
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Flux Liquid Audio is a real time multi-effects processor and sequencer designed to be used as an AUv3 plugin within your favourite DAW such as Cubasis, NanoStudio, BM3, AUM etc. The plugin allows you to create patterns containing multiple effects which are triggered on beat boundaries. Patterns can be contuously looped or you can chain multiple patterns into a song. The advantage of this is that you can for instance add a delay to a particular vocal phrase rather than have a continuous delay effect on the entire vocal. You could add varying harmonies using the pitch effect or create gated stutter effects on specific parts of a string section. A pattern can be 16 to 64 beats in length and can be run at one of two speeds, standard or fast which is great for gate type effects. You can create up to 24 patterns which can be automated in any order along with your host DAW's beat position. An effect is added using nodes. A 'node' is layed on the timeline over one or more beats, each node has its own unique settings. The node divisions control varying aspects of the effects such as number of repeats, delay time, modulation speed etc. all perfectly synced to the beat using the node division buttons. There are 11 effects in total, Filter, Repeat, Gate, Pan, Delay, Pitch, Tape Stop, Reverb, Bit Cruncher, Reverse and Flanger, all of which can be used at the same time. Effects Descriptions: The filter effect allows LP, HP, BandPass and Notch filters which have definable cutoff, resonance and modulation amount. Turn the modulation up to max to start generating random cutoff and resonance values. The Repeat function was specifically designed for beat synced sources such as drum machines, allowing sections of the previous sub-beats to be repeated at varying speeds and lengths. The Gate effect can be used to create holes in the sound and generate stutter patterns or fades. This effect allows definable attack and release for each individual node. Pan allows automated panning at varying speeds, but you get to mix different panning modes and speeds at each step of the pattern. Delay is a beat synced delay which allows you to create multiple delays with varying delay times within the same pattern allowing some nice cascading effects that are not possible from a single delay alone. Pitch allows you to add independant left and right channel pitch shifting of up to +/- 12 semitones. 'Harmony' mode allows you to add vocal harmonies at specific sections of a song, while 'Glide' mode allows you to gradually transition from the current pitch to another. Tape Stop is a great addition allowing you to simulate a tape recorder stopping and starting, as well as some interesting scratch, warble, bounce and elastic effects. Bit Cruncher is a great for dirtying up specific drum hits by downsampling the audio. Flanger allows you to create subtle chorus/Celeste or heavy flanging effects which can be re-triggered or free running. Reverse is great for creating shadow notes on drum patterns by reversing the last section of audio. Reverb allows some interesting gate reverb type effects on specific sections of audio. The node divisions let you modulate the reverb trail for some interesting ambient effects. Features: ○11 great real time effects. ○Low CPU usage. ○Modulated LP, HP, BP and Notch Filters. ○Gate and Repeat effects. ○Regional Pan and Delay effects. ○Tape simulator effects. ○Mix multiple effects within a single pattern. ○Add harmonies to targetted sections of vocals. ○Patterns up to 64 beats in length. ○Create up to 24 patterns. ○256 steps per song.

About

PulseRipper

Enhance your audio tracks with rhythmic movement and analog warmth. This tool offers professional-grade processing for producers, sound designers, and performers to add depth, character, and dynamic effects to their music.

Highlights
  • Rhythmic modulation system
  • Dynamic wave shaping
  • Tube-style distortion
  • Intelligent mix-ready processing
  • Advanced sidechain control
  • Real-time parameter feedback
Features
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PulseRipper: Give Your Mix a Pulse and Feel It Come Alive! Transform your tracks with PulseRipper - where rhythmic movement meets analog warmth, now with the complete SuperSitter positioning engine built in. From subtle enhancement to powerful sound design, discover how easy it is to breathe new life into any sound! Professional-grade processing with an artist-friendly design. Instantly Transform Your Sound: * Turn static pads into hypnotic landscapes * Add genuine tube-style warmth to digital sounds * Create dynamic, grooving percussion * Design bass that pulses with your track * Build captivating tension and release * Give guitars that perfect analog attitude Made for Everyone: * Producers: Add movement that catches ears * Sound Designers: Explore new sonic territories * Live Performers: Shape sounds in real-time * Beginners: Get pro results from day one * Experts: Discover endless creative depths Professional Features Made Musical: * The Pulse Engine - Our unique modulation system splits your signal into clean and processed paths, blending them with intelligent crossfading. Create anything from subtle movement to dramatic rhythmic effects - always musical, always in perfect sync with your track. * Dynamic Wave Shaping - Shape your sound with our revolutionary wave morphing system. Seamlessly blend between triangle, square, and sine waves. Lock to tempo or run free - from gentle sweeps to wild rhythmic patterns, it's all at your fingertips. * The Rip Engine - Experience realistic tube character with our multi-stage distortion. Powered by dynamic bias modulation, it delivers everything from light harmonic enhancement to full analog-style saturation. Push it as hard as you want - it always stays musical. * SuperSitter Positioning - Now powered by our complete SuperSitter engine, the intelligent "Sit" control and adaptive output stage deliver professional results every time. Shape the perfect frequency balance, push sounds forward for presence and punch, or pull them back for space and depth - everything sits flawlessly in your mix. * Advanced Sidechain Control - Let your music drive the effects. Trigger pulses with drums, modulate distortion with bass, or create movement that follows your vocals. Complex effects become surprisingly simple. * ValueView parameter display delivers instant feedback that floats above your finger, ensuring precise control without losing sight of your adjustments, even on the smallest screens. Technical Excellence: * AUv3 Plugin Format works in your favorite DAWs (Logic Pro, GarageBand, LoopyPro, Cubasis 3, and other iOS/iPadOS DAWs that support AUv3) * Support for automation of any parameter * Global Preset Manager with factory and user presets that can be accessed by any DAW on your device * Precision crossfading with phase alignment * Professional +/-12dB output with automatic gain compensation to maintain headroom * Built-in anti-aliasing and limiting * Dual-shelf EQ processing for perfect mix placement * Zero-latency real-time processing Transform Your Sound Today: Whether you're adding subtle movement or pushing creative boundaries, PulseRipper adapts to your style. Get started in seconds, then discover new possibilities as you explore. Give Your Mix a Pulse, and Feel It Come Alive!

Screenshots

Flux4 screens
PulseRipper3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Flux at every 9 days against PulseRipper's every 3 weeks. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Flux costs $9.99 and PulseRipper $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Flux against 4.1 for PulseRipper. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17 and 8 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Flux's written reviews are positive against 60% of PulseRipper's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flux ships an update every 9 days, PulseRipper every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Flux versus PulseRipper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFluxPulseRipper
Price$9.99$9.99
Rating4.0 (17 ratings)4.1 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.9% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1312.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4Pockets.comSimon Alexander

Customer experience

Flux

All ratings17 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.5%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive61.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative23.8%

PulseRipper

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

Flux

No in-app purchases

None

PulseRipper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flux free?
Flux costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PulseRipper free?
PulseRipper costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Flux or PulseRipper?
PulseRipper is rated higher. Flux averages 4.0 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while PulseRipper averages 4.1 from 8 ratings.
Do Flux or PulseRipper have ads?
Neither Flux nor PulseRipper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flux or PulseRipper?
Flux ships an update every 9 days, and PulseRipper every 3 weeks. Most recently, Flux was updated on November 6, 2026 and PulseRipper on October 30, 2026.

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