Comparison

PatternBud vs broohahaizer

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

Head to head
About

PatternBud

This app sequences MIDI CC and Program Change messages to control patterns in music applications. It allows for sophisticated song arrangements by timing pattern changes in synthesizers and drum machines. Features include multi-track sequencing, flexible step durations, and an advanced action system for dynamic control.

Highlights
  • Multi-track sequencing
  • MIDI CC and Program Change support
  • Flexible step durations
  • Advanced action system
  • Tempo synchronization
  • AUv3 plugin format
Features
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PatternBud is a MIDI CC and Program Change sequencer designed for controlling patterns across your music applications. Create sophisticated song arrangements by sequencing pattern changes in your synthesizers, drum machines, and sequencers based on musical timing such as bars, beats, or note values. Key Features: - Multi-track sequencer with unlimited tracks and steps per track - Individual MIDI channel and CC number assignment per track - MIDI CC and Program Change message support for each step - Flexible step durations: bars, beats, note values, seconds, or minutes - Advanced action system for dynamic pattern control - Random value generation with customizable min/max ranges - Step-based actions including pattern jumps and random pattern selection - Copy, paste, insert, and delete operations for efficient workflow - Real-time step progress visualization with duration indicators - Tempo synchronization with host applications - Pattern switching via MIDI CC input - Comprehensive MIDI input and output routing - AudioKit-powered MIDI engine for precise timing - AUv3 plugin format for seamless DAW integration - Standalone app operation for hardware setups - iCloud based preset manager Advanced Action System: - Jump to specific steps or patterns - Trigger random steps within tracks - Send custom MIDI notes, CC, or PC messages - Execute actions at step start or end points - Chain multiple actions per step Perfect for controlling: - Pattern-based synthesizers and drum machines - Sequencer applications with multiple patterns - Hardware devices via MIDI CC/PC messages - Complex song arrangements and live performances - Any audio app supporting MIDI CC or AU parameter control PatternBud serves as the conductor for your electronic music setup, enabling you to create evolving compositions by orchestrating pattern changes across your entire rig. The application produces no audio itself - it focuses purely on MIDI control and timing. For AUv3 plugin usage, you'll need a compatible host application such as AUM, Cubase, apeMatrix, BeatMaker, or similar DAW software.

About

broohahaizer

This experimental music app functions as an AUv3 effect and standalone application. It offers two sound sources, a ring modulator, and a switchable filter for creating unique noise and tones. Gesture recording and playback are also supported.

Highlights
  • Two sound sources (synth, modulator)
  • Ring modulator
  • Switchable filter unit
  • Audio effect functionality
  • XY control pads with sustain
  • Parameter automation
  • Gesture recording and playback
Features
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"no humans were involved in the making of the title" broohahaizer is an experimental noise machine AUv3 effect and standalone app. it features: • two sound sources, "synth" and "modulator" with various noise & tone making settings. • the sound of these two sources is passed to the ring modulator and then goes to a switchable "filter" unit • the app works as an audio effect and the input goes to both “synth” and “modulator” sections • when modulator is inactive it passes audio input (if available) • all XY control pads have sustain switches • all plugin parameters can be automated in AUv3 host and can be controlled / recorded • [hold / loop] switch: enables gesture recording / playback / display

Screenshots

PatternBud4 screens
broohahaizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: broohahaizer at 4.7 against PatternBud's 4.3. broohahaizer also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 44%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). PatternBud's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and price ($3.99 vs $4.99). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

PatternBud costs $3.99 and broohahaizer $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

broohahaizer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of PatternBud's written reviews are positive against 67% of broohahaizer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PatternBud ships an update every 2 weeks, broohahaizer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PatternBud versus broohahaizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPatternBudbroohahaizer
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.3 (6 ratings)4.7 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings613 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCem OlcayAlexey Nadzharov

Customer experience

PatternBud

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral33.3%
Negative22.2%

broohahaizer

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PatternBud

No in-app purchases

None

broohahaizer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PatternBud free?
PatternBud costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is broohahaizer free?
broohahaizer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PatternBud or broohahaizer?
broohahaizer is rated higher. PatternBud averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while broohahaizer averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.
Do PatternBud or broohahaizer have ads?
Neither PatternBud nor broohahaizer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PatternBud or broohahaizer?
PatternBud ships an update every 2 weeks, and broohahaizer every 6 weeks. Most recently, PatternBud was updated on September 21, 2026 and broohahaizer on September 24, 2026.

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