Comparison

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin vs MelodyHarmonizer

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

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About

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

This AUv3 compatible plugin functions as a drum machine and sampler for DAWs. It offers extensive sample hosting, multi-layer control, advanced pattern editing, and flexible routing for both internal and external effects. Easily create and manipulate drum kits with its redesigned interface and robust features.

Highlights
  • 64 assignable pads with 4 banks
  • Up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad
  • Advanced multi-sample layer control
  • Internal and external effect routing
  • Sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler
  • Export patterns as MIDI stems and audio
  • Drag and drop sample functionality
Features
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DigiStix 2 is an AUv3 compatible drum machine and sampler plugin for your favourite DAW. This new version of DigiStix brings some distinct advantages over its predecessor, most notably the ability to host up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad. The interface has been drastically redesigned for iPad to make better use of full screen mode, allowing a popular MPC style 4x4 pad layout with 4 banks of samples. Digistix 2 also allows greater control over the multi-sample layers, with the ability to individually control the volume levels and pitch of layers as well as global pitch and tune settings all from the new sample window. Previously, each pad had effect sends for the internal reverb and delay effects, but this can now be routed to external busses 9 and 10 for processing using external effects.  The controller editing is now build into the main display and can be edited in place without the need to scroll the interface. It also now supports extra effect controllers. A new context aware control window allows you to quickly change pad settings without the need for popup windows.  DigiStix 2 now supports GM and original DS drum kit layouts, and includes a sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler, capable of recording new GM compatible drumkits automatically from your hardware. It is 100% backward compatible with the original app, and can be used as a drop-in replacement. Drag and drop support now allows you to directly drop samples on specific layers, as well as preview and edit them directly. You can create new kits by simply combining banks from existing kits into one mega kit, or use our non destructive referencing to include sounds from other kits. The randomize feature has been enhanced so you can randomize individual instruments or within specific banks. The new continuous MIDI learn mode makes custom mapping a breeze. Patterns can also be exported as MIDI stems for use in other packages including a direct import to Helium clips. You can also export patterns as audio in the latest version. The auto sample feature allows automated recording of GM compatible kits directly from hardware drum machines. The slice editor can also be used for MPC style slicing of audio clips. Features: • 64 Assignable Pads (4 banks of 16 pads). • Advanced Randomize Pattern feature. • Internal & external effect routing. • Mix and match different kits with drum references. • Up to 64 beats per pattern. • Songs up to 255 patterns in length. • Reverse Mode, Triplets and Accents. • Supports Mute Groups. • Multi-layer and Round Robin modes. • DS and GM MIDI Mapping. • 64 channel Mixer. • 8 band EQ. • Randomize Feature. • Sophisticated Auto Sampler • Export loops to audio and MIDI formats. • Looping Mode with Time Stretching. • Build in Delay, Reverb, Overdrive, Bit Crunch and LP/HP Filters. • Paramter Automation from your DAW. • Local and Remove MIDI Sync. • Built in Sampler. • Multi-bus/outputs when using AUM • Multiple Import options. • Melodic Remapping. • MIDI Mapping. • Real time and Step pattern recording. • iTunes and Filer importing of samples. • Files App Drag & Drop Support • Sample Slicer

About

MelodyHarmonizer

Features
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Are you interested in tonal harmony? Do you want to test your melody with harmony? MelodyHarmonizer is built for musicians, composers, and improvisers looking for new harmonic ideas. With MelodyHarmonizer, you can generate a wide variety of unique harmonizations for any melodic line you provide. Whether your input melody is tonal, chromatic, free-tonal, or even twelve-tone (dodecaphonic), the app explores what kinds of harmonic progressions can be applied to it. A Tool for Harmonic Exploration: MelodyHarmonizer is intentionally not based on standard probabilities. This means it does not necessarily produce a fully polished or the most commonly heard harmonization. Instead of forced, conventional coherence, it opens up unexpected harmonic paths and challenges your musical routine. Key Features: • Control the strength of suggested modulations. • Exclude unwanted chords from the harmonization rules. • Adjust the playback tempo of the harmonized melody. • Fine-tune relative note durations without affecting the underlying harmony. Discover tonal harmony in new contexts and expand your musical creativity with MelodyHarmonizer!

Screenshots

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin4 screens
MelodyHarmonizer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MelodyHarmonizer at $1.99 against DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's $14.99. MelodyHarmonizer also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks). DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's advantage is iOS requirement (13 vs 16.6). On ads, in-app purchases 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

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin costs $14.99 and MelodyHarmonizer $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin ships an update every 5 weeks, MelodyHarmonizer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin versus MelodyHarmonizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigiStix 2 AUv3 PluginMelodyHarmonizer
Price$14.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.5 (50 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings50 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size313 MB101 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4Pockets.comAtte Tenkanen

In-app purchases

None

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

No in-app purchases

None

MelodyHarmonizer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin free?
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MelodyHarmonizer free?
MelodyHarmonizer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin or MelodyHarmonizer have ads?
Neither DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin nor MelodyHarmonizer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin or MelodyHarmonizer?
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin ships an update every 5 weeks, and MelodyHarmonizer every 4 days. Most recently, DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin was updated on October 16, 2026 and MelodyHarmonizer on October 5, 2026.

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