Polywave vs SAI 2022
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Polywave
Create unique, evolving sonic experiences with a novel wavetable sequencer inspired by vintage synths. Draw your own waveforms, explore a vast library, and connect to external keyboards or DAWs. Record your creations directly within the app.
- Wavetable sequencer
- Custom waveform drawing
- Expansive waveform library
- 100+ factory presets
- MIDI and Audio Unit support
- Live recording module
- 8-voice polyphony
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From Fingerlab (multiple-time winner of Music App of the Week, 2012 Apple Design Award) and Jordan Rudess (keyboardist of Dream Theater), comes Polywave — a revolutionary wavetable sequencer synthesizer for iPhone, iPad & Mac. Inspired by the legendary Korg Wavestation, Polywave lets you draw your own waveforms with your finger and create unique, ever-evolving sounds that are truly yours. Draw your own waveforms directly on screen 100+ factory presets: leads, pads, loops & FX Connect any MIDI keyboard or load as AUv3 in your DAW Live recording built-in Free version includes 12 factory presets and a selection of core features. Get the Full Version IAP to unlock everything. Features: • 8-voice polyphony & 6 octaves • Wavetable & waveform sequencer • VCO & FM Oscillators • FM Modulation & Detune • ADSR Envelope editor • Moog Ladder filter with ADSR • 2 LFOs with custom modulation waveform • LFO Sync & Loop mode • Waveform drawing editor & library (100 waveforms) • Preset Randomizer & export/import • 5 FX: Tube Amp, Vibrato, Chorus, Delay & Reverb • Live recording & export • Full MIDI & MIDI Mapping support • AudioBus & Inter-App Audio (iOS) • Full AudioUnit AUv3 support • iCloud Family Sharing Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: contact@fingerlab.net Stay tuned! The Fingerlab Team
SAI 2022
This official app provides essential information for the SAITAMA ROCK FESTIVAL "SAI". Access artist playlists, view area maps, and receive important notifications to enhance your festival experience.
- Artist playlist previews
- Area map information
- Notification features
- Festival event details
- Official event guide
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ACIDMAN presents「SAITAMA ROCK FESTIVAL “SAI “」の公式アプリ 今年は2022年11月26日(土)、27日(日) 2日間開催！ 本公式アプリでは、各アーティストのプレイリスト試聴、エリアマップ情報、各種通知機能などを備えています。是非このアプリを使ってACIDMAN presents「SAITAMA ROCK FESTIVAL “SAI “」をお楽しみください！ ACIDMAN presents「SAITAMA ROCK FESTIVAL “SAI “」開催概要 開催日：2022年11月26日(土)、27日(日) 会場：さいたまスーパーアリーナ
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SAI 2022 at none against Polywave's 1. SAI 2022 also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Polywave's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 50%) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Polywave sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SAI 2022 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Polywave ships an update every 3 months, SAI 2022 weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Polywave | SAI 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (34 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 34 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fingerlab | eplus inc. |
Customer experience
Polywave
SAI 2022
In-app purchases
Polywave
- Full Version$11.99
SAI 2022
No in-app purchases
