Comparison

sEGments by Elliott Garage vs Async Sampler

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

Head to head
About

sEGments by Elliott Garage

This app allows you to import audio files and slice them into individual samples. You can then play these slices using MIDI controllers or on-screen pads, with independent control over each slice's parameters and effects. It also automatically detects BPM and key, and can be used standalone or as an AudioUnit within other music apps.

Highlights
  • Automatic and manual audio slicing
  • MIDI controller and on-screen pad/keyboard playback
  • Independent slice parameters and effects
  • Automatic BPM and key detection
  • Standalone and AudioUnit AU3 hosting
  • Real-time time stretching and pitch shifting
Features
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With sEGments slicer/sampler app you can Import any loop/sample/audio file and find the best samples inside it, using the automatic transient detection or manually adding markers. You can play the slices with any MIDI external controller or with the builtin pads and keyboard layout; also each slice can be played chromatically as in a real synth with mono or polyphonic voices (up to 12). Each slice has independent parameters (all automatable in any AU host), such as reverse, level, attack, release, start point and length and individual fxs (reverb, delay, bitcrusher and filter) that can be changed on the fly thanks to its flexible audio engine. sEGments automatically detect BPM and root key of your audio file and it can adjust its tempo and pitch according to your project settings. It can be used both in standalone or hosted as AudioUnit AU3 inside apps like GarageBand, AUM, BeatMaker3, NanoStudio2, n-Track9 and others, and it supports AU Multi-output. Features - Stand-alone, AudioUnit, AudioUnit Multi-output & AudioUnit FX - Universal app for both your iPad & iPhone - MIDI in /MIDI out - AU3 multi-output - AU3 Fx to record samples from other apps - import your sample in multiple formats (wav, aiff, mp3, mov, caf, m4a) - Samples Drag & drop from File App or via airdrop from your Mac or other iOS devices - Up to 16 slices each one with individual parameters, ADSR and effects (delay, reverb, bit crusher and filter) - 6 triggering modes - one shot, gate, loop, ping pong, link, thru - BPM & Key detection - Record from device mic, usb audio devices or other apps - Transient detection - Transient beat division - Import/export presets - Open slices directly in EG Pulse - Support Apple loops transients recognition - Lazy chopping - Realtime time stretching and pitch shifting - Mono & polyphonic up to 12 voices - Downloadable sample pack by Soundtrack Loops Please remember that is just the first version of the app, so if you have any feeback, request or suggestion please write at info@elliottgarage.com

About

Async Sampler

Create captivating sound collages, dynamic textures, and rhythmic patterns with this powerful musical instrument. It offers asynchronous and synchronous playback modes, a versatile LFO, and an effects processor to elevate your sound design.

Highlights
  • Standalone and AUv3 versions
  • Three independent samplers
  • Extensive sample library
  • Upload your own samples
  • Asynchronous and synchronous playback
  • Flexible LFO system
  • Effects processor
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Async Sampler, a powerful musical instrument designed to bring your soundscapes to life. This flexible tool is dedicated to crafting captivating sound collages, dynamic asynchronous textures, rhythmic patterns, and rich sound designs. It opens up a world of creative possibilities, making it the perfect companion for music producers, sound designers, ambient, and noise enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned musician or a curious explorer, Async Sampler is here to inspire and elevate your musical journey. App comes with a rich library of unique samples, and you can easily upload and use your own sounds. Async Sampler fundamentally consists of three samplers that can reproduce sound asynchronously, meaning they can operate without being tied to a specific BPM, or synchronously, using an external MIDI clock source or the tempo of your project if you're using Async Sampler as an AUv3 plugin. The instrument features a versatile LFO that allows you to control any parameter. Async includes an effects processor and a master bus section. Also, you have the option to use external MIDI controllers, save and load your custom presets and samples, among other features. Key features: — Standalone and AUv3 versions — Three independent samplers — Extensive sample library out of the box — Ability to upload your own samples — Asynchronous and synchronous playback modes for each sample — Flexible LFO system that can control almost any parameter — Effects processor — Ability to save presets — And much more

Screenshots

sEGments by Elliott Garage4 screens
Async Sampler3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Async Sampler at none against sEGments by Elliott Garage's 1. Async Sampler also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). sEGments by Elliott Garage's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (172 vs 18). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and device support 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

sEGments by Elliott Garage costs $12.99 and Async Sampler $14.99 up front. sEGments by Elliott Garage sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Async Sampler asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

sEGments by Elliott Garage holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: sEGments by Elliott Garage has 172 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 78% and 78% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

sEGments by Elliott Garage ships an update every 10 days, Async Sampler every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
sEGments by Elliott Garage versus Async Sampler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametersEGments by Elliott GarageAsync Sampler
Price$12.99 — better$14.99
Rating4.8 (172 ratings) — better4.5 (18 ratings)
Positive reviews77.9% of reviews — better77.8% of reviews
Number of ratings172 — better18
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB235 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElliott GarageSergei Zhulkov

Customer experience

sEGments by Elliott Garage

All ratings172 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive77.9%
Neutral7.8%
Negative14.3%

Async Sampler

All ratings18 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

sEGments by Elliott Garage

One-time1
  • sEGments SUPERSONIC EDITION$3.99
None

Async Sampler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is sEGments by Elliott Garage free?
sEGments by Elliott Garage costs $12.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Async Sampler free?
Async Sampler costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, sEGments by Elliott Garage or Async Sampler?
sEGments by Elliott Garage is rated higher. sEGments by Elliott Garage averages 4.8 out of 5 from 172 ratings, while Async Sampler averages 4.5 from 18 ratings.
Do sEGments by Elliott Garage or Async Sampler have ads?
Neither sEGments by Elliott Garage nor Async Sampler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, sEGments by Elliott Garage or Async Sampler?
sEGments by Elliott Garage ships an update every 10 days, and Async Sampler every 2 weeks. Most recently, sEGments by Elliott Garage was updated on November 3, 2026 and Async Sampler on November 3, 2026.

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