UAFX Control vs Dream Chimp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UAFX Control
This app enhances the functionality of Universal Audio's stompbox effects pedals. Users can customize pedal features, manage presets, and access new functionalities through firmware updates. It offers improved Bluetooth connectivity for faster and more reliable connections.
- Customize pedal features
- Manage presets
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Firmware update support
- OX Stomp editor
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UAFX Control is the companion application for Universal Audio's line of stompbox effects pedals. You can use the app to customize pedal features and more. What's New in v3.0.5 • Fixed slider value and slider responsiveness issues What's New in v3.0.4 • OX Stomp editor and preset improvements • Other minor fixes and enhancements What's New in v3.0.2 • Minor bug fixes and improvements What's New in v3.0.1 • Bluetooth redesigned for faster connections and rock-solid reliability • Support for new features in UAFX firmware version 2.0 • (OX Stomp) Off-Axis mic states are now correctly displayed Note that UAFX firmware updates are only available using the UA Connect desktop application, available at: uaudio.com/uafx/start
Dream Chimp
This advanced editor provides deep, hands-on control over UAFX pedals, allowing for detailed tone shaping and stereo rig creation. It offers real-time parameter adjustments and flexible routing for live or studio use.
- Full parameter control
- Independent stereo cabinet simulation
- Flexible routing options
- Real-time live editing
- Designed for UAFX pedals
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Dream Chimp — UAFX Preset Editor Dream Chimp is an advanced preset editor for the UAFX Dream '65 and UAFX Lion '68, giving you deep, hands-on control over every aspect of your tone. -> Full Parameter Control Unlock the full potential of your UAFX pedals with access to advanced parameters, including detailed cabinet simulation controls that go beyond on-device editing. -> True Stereo, Fully Independent Build professional stereo rigs with independent cabinet simulation per channel. Use different cabinets, microphones, and tonal shaping on the left and right channels for complete flexibility. -> Flexible Routing Configure your pedal setup for live or studio use with versatile routing options, including parallel signal paths and selective cabinet simulation. -> Live Editing, Zero Lag Adjust parameters in real time with fast, responsive synchronization—perfect for studio tweaking, rehearsals, and live performance. -> Designed for UAFX Pedals Dream Chimp is purpose-built for seamless integration with supported UAFX pedals, delivering a streamlined and powerful editing experience. Supported Devices - UAFX Dream '65 - UAFX Lion '68 Additional UAFX pedal support is in development. Visit dreamchimp.app for updates and compatibility information. -> Disclaimer Dream Chimp is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Universal Audio. Universal Audio does not provide support, warranty, or guarantees for this application.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dream Chimp at 100% against UAFX Control's 9%. Dream Chimp also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.1) and ads (none vs shown). UAFX Control's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Dream Chimp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 32 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of UAFX Control's written reviews are positive against 100% of Dream Chimp's.
UAFX Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Dream Chimp every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | UAFX Control | Dream Chimp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.1 (19 ratings) | 5.0 (32 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 8.8% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 19 | 32 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Universal Audio | Michal Kalinowski |
Customer experience
UAFX Control
Dream Chimp
Bugs and requests
UAFX Control
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes after firmware updates
- Pedals not detected or recognized by app
- Registration process often fails
- Bluetooth connection randomly drops
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to freely assign pedal buttons
- Option to view and edit preset settings
- MIDI support for preset changes
- Landscape mode support on iPad
Dream Chimp
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
UAFX Control
No in-app purchases
Dream Chimp
No in-app purchases
Questions
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