VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave vs Flux Mini 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave
This app creates unique synth sounds by recording classic synths to VHS tape and then resampling them. It offers a vast library of presets and effects to achieve lo-fi, retro vibes for various music genres. An AUv3 plugin and standalone app are included.
- VHS-recorded and resampled synths
- Over 280+ presets
- Standalone app and AUv3 plugin
- VCR sound effects
- VCR FX section for customization
- Free expansion pack included
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VHS Synth features synths recorded with a VCR, then resampled. Perfect for Synthwave, Hip Hop, Indie, Rock, Movie Soundtracks, Lo-Fi, Ambient, Vaporwave, Retro Pop, and more. Create instant lo-fi and cool retro vibes. Press a key. Elevate your music. Includes over 280+ Presets by Jakob haQ, Red Sky Lullaby, The GarageBand Guide, DJ Puzzle, Sound of Izrael, DJ Montra, Marc Hupkens, AnalogMatthew, JEC, Da Fingaz, Brian Funk, and more. "BEST Lo-Fi instrument I’ve ever played, seriously good sounds!" - The SoundTest Room "VHS Synth is a Retrowave dream!" - iPad Loops "Turns Your iOS Device Into An 80s Time Machine" - Synthtopia Classic Synths were recorded to VHS Tape with a VCR, then re-sampled. "VHS Synth is the ULTIMATE Retro Synth App" - The GarageBand Guide FEATURES: • Standalone app + iOS AUv3 Plugin • Over 280+ presets to inspire you • Compressed to under 140mb to save space • VCR Sound Effects (Buttons, Tape Hiss, More) • VCR FX section to customize the sounds • FREE Expansion Pack: OP-1 recorded with a VCR ++ iPhone & iPad version included for one low price Real analog feel and dirt. Vintage hardware was recorded into a VCR and then re-sampled. Subscribe to access to premium app features; subscription details are the following: - Length: weekly or yearly - Free trial: only on selected subscriptions - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase - Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription Terms & Conditions: [https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/VHS-Synth-80s-Synthwave-Terms-Conditions-150cf6557a0880aca270f4f8ccee8d3e?pvs=4](https://www.notion.so/VHS-Synth-80s-Synthwave-Terms-Conditions-150cf6557a0880aca270f4f8ccee8d3e?pvs=21) Privacy Policy: [https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/VHS-Synth-80s-Synthwave-Privacy-Policy-150cf6557a088019bec6ccb33ae5bb09?pvs=4](https://www.notion.so/VHS-Synth-80s-Synthwave-Privacy-Policy-150cf6557a088019bec6ccb33ae5bb09?pvs=21) * NOTE: This app has no official affiliation with AudioKit Pro, LLC. It was built using the free AudioKit source code.
Flux Mini 2
This audio effect app allows you to add dynamic modulation to your music tracks. Create custom shapes to control various parameters like filter cutoff, resonance, amplitude, and mix for rhythmic and expressive sound sculpting.
- Customizable modulation graph
- Modulate filter cutoff, resonance, amplitude, and mix
- Control modulation amount with sliders
- Output graph as MIDI CC messages
- Fix graph to milliseconds or host tempo
- Control curve shape with 2 control points
- 22 pre-loaded presets
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Flux Mini 2 is an AUv3 audio effect that adds life, character and dynamism to your tracks. The customisable graph creates a shape which can be used to modulate filter cutoff, filter resonance, amplitude and mix. Just create a shape on the graph and set your desired amount of modulation using the slider beneath each parameter to hear great rhythmic effects. New in Flux Mini 2: control multiple parameters at once, fix the graph to milliseconds as well as the host tempo, output the graph as MIDI CC messages and control the shape of curves with 2 control points! From simple side-chains to manic modulations, sculpt some life into your sounds - flux it up and have some fluxing fun! Pre-loaded with 22 presets to get you going, it won’t be long before you’ve built a plethora of shapes to accentuate your fantastic music.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Flux Mini 2 at 4.8 against VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave's 4.0. Flux Mini 2 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave's advantage is ratings volume (135 vs 35). On price, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Flux Mini 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Flux Mini 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 135 and 35 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave's written reviews are positive against 78% of Flux Mini 2's.
VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave ships an update every 2 weeks, Flux Mini 2 fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave | Flux Mini 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (135 ratings) | 4.8 (35 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.5% of reviews | 77.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 135 — better | 35 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.5 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 167 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Audiobus Pty Ltd | Caelum Audio Ltd |
Customer experience
VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave
Flux Mini 2
Bugs and requests
VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave
Reported bugs
11 issues- GarageBand compatibility broken after updates
- App not recognized in Logic Pro after updates
- Inconsistent sound quality across different registers
- Patch/preset settings not retained after closing DAW
- Audio Unit Extension crashes in GarageBand
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- Duplicate track sounds different from original
- Display shows 'Welcome' instead of loaded patch
- Thin black keys difficult to hit on keyboard
- Missing top C key on keyboard
- Sounds inconsistent when exported from GarageBand
- App disappears from projects after ownership change
Requested features
7 requests- Mac OS version for DAW compatibility
- Velocity sensitivity settings for keyboard
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels with actual functionality
- Better keyboard design with proper key sizing
- Improved UI layout to reduce wasted space in AUv3 mode
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- Access to original synth parameters instead of sample-based playback
- Direct routing to IAA output for FL Studio Mobile
Flux Mini 2
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave
- Weekly premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly premium$4.997 Days
- Yearly premium$9.991 Year
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- Yearly premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year
Flux Mini 2
No in-app purchases
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