Comparison

JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) vs TinyTone

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

Head to head
About

JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)

This app applies reverberation effects to audio using over 120 included impulse response (IR) files. It's optimized for stereo processing and large IR files, making it suitable for mastering reverbs. Explore creative audio effects and rhythmic possibilities.

Highlights
  • 120+ included IR files
  • Stereo processing
  • Mastering reverb quality
  • Real-time adjustments
  • Creative audio effects
  • Rhythmic effect possibilities
Features
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Remarks:  This edition of the JAX Convolutor uses over 120 included IR Files for reverberation. All functionality is enabled (except loading own files). The upcoming JAX Convolutor PRO will allow to import / load unlimited individual IR files. Please understand that convolution uses conceptionally much CPU and requires larger rendering buffers to perform successfully. JAX Convolutors are consequently stereo processing convolutors, that are optimized for usage with very large IR files. This allows them to be used as mastering reverbs. Convolution effects are well known and commonly used in music production since many years. Convolution is a highly complex signal processing approach, that needs some certain computation power. The recorded impulse response of a real world environment is used to render a reverberation effect onto any audio material, so that it sounds like the source was played in that original room or location. Some further adjustments and manipulations can be applied to refine these results in realtime. IR files are mostly files recorded with special equipment, but basically are just usual audio files (srereo) with a reverberated sound of an ultra short impulse. It is even possible to capture synthetic reverbs and other effects with this technique, for instance from famous ancient vintage equipment, as rare plate and spring reverbs. If other kind of files are used, some wired special effects can be achieved thru convolution or just some kind of creative audio garbage. But also rhythmic effects are possible when the correct IR sizes are used (correctly adopted to the current tempo of the composition). A comprehensive manual is shipped with the app.

About

TinyTone

Create professional synth patches for music production and live performance. Design sounds in real-time with a powerful synthesizer engine, dual oscillators, and extensive modulation options. Export and import patches, and use it as an AUv3 plugin in DAWs.

Highlights
  • Powerful synthesizer engine
  • Dual oscillators with FM synthesis
  • Real-time audition with touch pads
  • External MIDI keyboard support
  • Unlimited user patch storage
  • AUv3 Audio Unit support
  • JSON export/import for patches
Features
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TinyTone is a full-featured synthesizer sound source for iPhone sound design, stage performance, and recording. Using the on-screen controllers and a MIDI keyboard, you can design and monitor professional synth patches in real time. In addition to standalone app use, ToneEditor can also be loaded as an AUv3 Audio Unit into DAWs such as GarageBand and used as a sound source. It also works as a sound editor for its sister app, TinyTone, allowing you to reproduce consistent sounds with the same sound engine. <Features> ・Powerful Synthesizer Engine Equipped with dual oscillators, envelopes, filters, modulation, delay, limiter, and more. Enables complex sound design. Dual Oscillators with FM Synthesis, switch between Mix and Chain modes for rich tonal possibilities. ・Real-Time Audition Play single notes, chords, and transposition using touch pads. Hear sound changes instantly as you adjust sliders. External input via MIDI keyboard is also supported. ・Preset Management Unlimited user patch storage. ・JSON Export / Import Export patches as JSON. Share via Files app or clipboard. ・AUv3 Support Can be embedded as an AU instrument in DAWs like GarageBand. Reproduces consistent sounds with the same synthesis engine. <How to Use> 【Standalone】 1. Select a preset or start creating from a new patch. 2. Play sounds using the test pad at the bottom of the screen; adjust parameters with sliders to confirm real-time sound changes. 3. Save your created patch to a user slot. 【Using with DAWs (GarageBand, etc.)】 1. Add TinyTone (AU) to a track. 2. Select a factory preset or saved patch from the AU preset selection screen. 3. Play the DAW keyboard to output sound. <Important> ・When using simultaneously with camera or audio apps, noise may occur depending on your environment. Please be careful with output volume. ・Listening to loud audio for extended periods can affect your hearing. When using headphones or speakers, always check your surroundings and volume level. ・Some DAWs (e.g. Ableton Live 11) may not detect iOS-app AUv3 plug-ins. Logic Pro, MainStage, and GarageBand are recommended. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://flicker-jp.com/privacy

Screenshots

JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)4 screens
TinyTone3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TinyTone at Free against JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)'s $9.99. TinyTone also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)'s advantage is ratings volume (20 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

TinyTone is free to download; JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TinyTone holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) has 20 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) ships an update every 4 days, TinyTone weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) versus TinyTone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)TinyTone
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (20 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJens GuellKEISUKE TONE

Customer experience

JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)

All ratings20 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TinyTone

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit)

No in-app purchases

None

TinyTone

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) free?
JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TinyTone free?
TinyTone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) or TinyTone?
TinyTone is rated higher. JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) averages 4.8 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while TinyTone averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) or TinyTone have ads?
Neither JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) nor TinyTone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) or TinyTone?
JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) ships an update every 4 days, and TinyTone weekly. Most recently, JAX Convolutor PE (Audio Unit) was updated on October 12, 2026 and TinyTone on October 10, 2026.

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