Comparison

BLEASS SampleWiz 2 vs Tuna

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

Head to head
About

BLEASS SampleWiz 2

This app is a powerful sample and synthesis instrument that allows you to capture and transform any sound into a playable synth voice. It offers modern features like granular engines and MPE, alongside an intuitive workflow for both beginners and experienced musicians.

Highlights
  • Sample & Synthesis instrument
  • Granular and cloud sample engines
  • MPE support for expressive performance
  • iOS/desktop interoperability
  • Intuitive sampling and sound design tools
  • Capture and import sounds easily
Features
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Born of the imagination of world-renowned keyboardist Jordan Rudess and the software engineering excellence of French audio developer BLEASS, SampleWiz 2 is a unique and powerful S&S (sample & synthesis) instrument. BLEASS SampleWiz 2 combines modern features such as granular and cloud sample engines, MPE, and iOS/desktop interoperability, with the satisfying, rapid workflow of classic hardware samplers. Capture any sound, import your own samples, and transform them into playable instruments in just a few gestures. Granular and cloud-based sound engines, slicing, modulation assignment, filtering, envelope shaping, drive, and integrated effects provide powerful yet immediate tools for sculpting sounds ranging from subtle textures to entirely new sonic landscapes. Full MPE support (Slide and Pressure) enables deeply expressive performances, giving every gesture a direct impact on sound and allowing nuanced control over dynamics, timbre, and movement. Designed for touch from the ground up, SampleWiz 2 combines powerful sampling and synthesis capabilities with an intuitive workflow that keeps experimentation fast, interactive, and musical. Whether you're capturing inspiration, crafting original instruments, or performing expressive parts, SampleWiz 2 turns sound creation into a tactile and inspiring experience. Also available for desktop. For more information, visit https://www.bleass.com/samplewiz2/

About

Tuna

This application offers precise instrument tuning with ultra-accurate detection, even for low frequencies. Its user-friendly interface makes tuning quick and effortless for various instruments, suitable for both studio and live settings.

Highlights
  • Ultra-accurate note detection
  • Supports low frequencies (down to 40Hz)
  • User-friendly interface
  • Versatile for studio and live use
  • Available for iOS and iPadOS
Features
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Tune your Instrument with Precision - Get Tuna by Aurora DSP! Struggling to tune your 5-string bass or drop G guitar? Look no further! Tuna by Aurora DSP is here to solve all your tuning problems with ease. Ultra-Accurate Detection: Tuna catches notes as low as 40Hz without any hesitation. Versatile: Perfect for studio sessions or live setups, ensuring your instrument is always in tune. User-Friendly: Intuitive interface makes tuning quick and effortless. Available for both iOS and iPadOS in AUv3 and Standalone format. Download Tuna now and experience the best in tuning technology.

Screenshots

BLEASS SampleWiz 24 screens
Tuna2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tuna at Free against BLEASS SampleWiz 2's $19.99. Tuna also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). BLEASS SampleWiz 2's advantage is ratings volume (121 vs 3). On ads, device support 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

Tuna is free to download; BLEASS SampleWiz 2 costs $19.99 up front. BLEASS SampleWiz 2 sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Tuna asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tuna holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BLEASS SampleWiz 2 has 121 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
BLEASS SampleWiz 2 versus Tuna: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLEASS SampleWiz 2Tuna
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (121 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings121 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size512 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBLEASSAurora DSP

Customer experience

BLEASS SampleWiz 2

All ratings121 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews47 reviews
Positive70.2%
Neutral8.5%
Negative21.3%

Tuna

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

BLEASS SampleWiz 2

Reported bugs

30 issues
  • Standalone app won't open
  • App crashes in standalone mode
  • Cannot buy or download presets
  • App crashes when trying to buy presets
  • App does not start on iPad Air m3 iOS 26.5
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  • App won't open on M5 iPad Pro 13’
  • In-app purchases not appearing
  • App slows down heavily and crashes with many presets
  • User samples disappearing
  • Ableton Link not working over Wi-Fi
  • In-app purchase packs not downloading or loading
  • Restore purchase option hangs or crashes app
  • Sample end knob not a modulation destination
  • AUv3 plugin glitches
  • Randomize button breaks Bleass output in Loopy Pro
  • Modern mode missing
  • App issues when a large number of user presets are stored
  • LFO rate not slow enough
  • Timestretch feature missing
  • Loop point setting not accurate
  • Pinch and zoom not available
  • Full-screen ad appears when changing volume
  • User samples disappear and reappear inconsistently
  • Recording in Cubasis not working
  • Chipmunk effect with higher/lower notes without Modern mode
  • No slice triggers
  • Undo mode missing
  • Manual missing
  • No favorites section
  • New IAPs causing app bloat

Requested features

18 requests
  • Dual and split program functionality
  • More random options per module
  • Ability to see imported sample file names
  • Audition sounds in sampler before loading
  • Undo mode
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  • Manual
  • Favorites section
  • Slice triggers
  • Timestretch feature
  • Pinch and zoom for sample editing
  • Adjust LFO rate to be slower
  • Modern mode from SampleWiz 1
  • Local storage for user presets
  • Folder support for presets
  • Ability to modulate sample end knob
  • Improve loop point accuracy
  • Make save buttons taller to prevent overwriting
  • Preview on iOS file picker

Tuna

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

BLEASS SampleWiz 2

One-time14
  • MPE Endeavors Preset PackFree
  • Blue Lines And Grains$3.99
  • Sample The World$3.99
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  • Imer6ia Preset Pack$3.99
  • MPE Preset Pack #1$3.99
  • Jordan Rudess Preset Pack$3.99
  • House Preset Pack$3.99
  • Mika Preset Pack$3.99
  • Dan Müller Preset Pack$3.99
  • Very Sick Beats$3.99
  • Retro Sonic Lofi$3.99
  • Heritage Synths Soundscapes$4.99
  • TheSoundTestRoom Preset Pack$5.99
  • Sound Of Izrael Preset Pack$6.99
None

Tuna

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BLEASS SampleWiz 2 free?
BLEASS SampleWiz 2 costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Tuna free?
Tuna is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BLEASS SampleWiz 2 or Tuna?
Tuna is rated higher. BLEASS SampleWiz 2 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 121 ratings, while Tuna averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do BLEASS SampleWiz 2 or Tuna have ads?
Neither BLEASS SampleWiz 2 nor Tuna shows ads.

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