Comparison

Progressions vs Riffler Flow

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

Head to head
About

Progressions

Generate unique chord progressions beyond traditional scales using mathematical algorithms. Control complexity and freedom to explore new harmonic territories. Features include arpeggiators, strumming patterns, and humanization for expressive musical output.

Highlights
  • Generate unique chord progressions
  • Adjust complexity and freedom levels
  • Block Chord, Arpeggiator, and Strummer modes
  • Supports open and closed chords with selectable voicings
  • Humanize chord and note timings
  • Integrated ARP and STRUM pattern editor
  • Sync multiple instances
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Progressions is an AUv3 MIDI plugin for your favourite DAW. It can be used to generate a unique set of chords that are unrelated to traditional scales, which become predictable and repetative over time. Instead, Progressions uses a unique way of mathermaically generating a series of related chords using only a root note and mode (major or minor). Chord sequences are limited by the selected complexity and freedom levels, which mimic the way traditional composers of old would wander away from tonality and back again. The complexity level start off at Basic, which uses only the most common chords (I, IV, V and relative minor ii, iii, and vi triads). As you progress through the levels, you can add parallel majors and minors, sus and dom chords etc. At level 3 we start to introduce 6th and 7th chords, and then 9ths chords, all the way to 11ths, 13ths, Quartals and all their variations. The freedom level allows us to specify how far to drift away from tonality (the root), even allowing you to create never ending randomized soundscapes. Progressions allows you to quickly randomize a toolbox of chords, that can be played in a variety of modes (block chords, arpeggiated, or strummed). These can be synced to a host application, triggered remotely or pieced together into a song. Song mode allow you to change play modes on the fly as well as being able to control many features of the app in real time. Progressions supports open and closed chords with selectable voicings. It has an intelligent algorithm that attempts to align top notes of chords, add additional bass, and open chord padding to give equal weight to chords with only 3 notes. You can even play with rootless voicings. The Humanize section allows you to control chord and note timings, as well as set velocity variations to ensure things don't get too robitic. Progressions also features an integrated arpeggiator and strummming pattern editor. You can load up to 6 arp and 6 strum patterns at the same time and seemlessly switch between them manually, remotely, or using song mode. If you run multiple instances, Progressions allows you to sync your chord pads, song chain, arpeggiator / strum patterns between instances. Progressions can be loaded as a MIDI plugin or as an Instrument for those programs that don't support MIDI plugins (such as GB). Additionally when loaded as an instrument, you can use either internal sounds (soundfonts) or send MIDI directly to other MIDI instruments. Features • Block Chord, Arpeggiator and Strummer modes. • Supports open and closed Chords. • Varying complexity levels of chords. • Freedom levels control how far from the root key you can go. • Rootless voicing mode. • Open chord padding support. • Additional bass note mode. • Supports all common chord types. • Edit the preferred chord list to exclude certain chord types. • Input MIDI control for chords and play modes. • Automatic top note alignment of chords. • Hold Pedal support. • Built in ARP and STRUM editor. • Humanize options for chord and note velocity and timings. • Comprehensive Song Mode with 256 steps and looping. • Randomize chord progressions, arps and strumming patterns. • Route Chord/Arp/Strum modes & MIDI thru to any of 4 output ports. • Supports soundfonts when loaded as an Instrument plugin. • Sync multiple instances of Progressions. • AUv3 compatible MIDI plugin supporting Sync to Host.

About

Riffler Flow

Instantly generate clean, arpeggio-based guitar riffs for various music genres. Explore preset styles or customize your own unique sounds with realistic tones and extensive chord options. Ideal for producers, songwriters, and musicians seeking creative inspiration.

Highlights
  • Instant arpeggio-based riff generation
  • Preset styles for Hip-Hop, Pop, EDM, Rock
  • Customizable settings for personalization
  • AUv3 plugin integration
  • Realistic guitar and synth tones
  • Chord and progression generator
  • Tablature output
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Introducing Riffler Flow – Create instant clean guitar riffs. The original Riffler was perfect for instantly making heavy, distorted, scale based riffs. Riffler Flow is a brand new app that instantly generates softer, clean, arpeggio based riffs at the press of a button. Unleash a torrent of clean guitar arpeggios with Riffler Flow, the go-to app for crafting catchy and copyright-free riffs tailored for modern genres. Simply tap "Create" and let the magic of arpeggios elevate your music production to new heights. PRESETS Dive into the world of Riffler Flow by selecting from a diverse range of preset styles specifically curated for Hip-Hop, Pop, EDM and Rock. Tap "Create" and watch as unique arpeggio-driven riffs come to life. Each riff is presented in intuitive tablature format, allowing you to both listen and save your musical creations. CUSTOMIZATION For those seeking a deeper level of control, Riffler Flow offers an extensive array of customizable settings. Fine-tune and personalize your riffs to you to create your signature sound. WHO WOULD USE RIFFLER FLOW? • Music producers and beatmakers exploring fresh, clean guitar elements for their tracks. • Songwriters looking for a burst of inspiration to infuse their compositions with captivating arpeggios. • Artists and musicians in search of a virtual guitarist to elevate their sound in limitless jam sessions. • Producers aiming to distinguish themselves by building a library of distinctive arpeggio riffs, setting their work apart from the crowd. • Ultimately, Riffler Flow is great fun – ideal for anyone eager to experiment and craft their own musical masterpieces! AUv3 PLUGIN Riffler Flow stands as both a standalone app and an AUv3 plugin, seamlessly integrating into host music applications. Sync it within your preferred host app, sending audio and MIDI to other effects, synths, samplers, and virtual instruments. REALISTIC TONES Riffler Flow's cutting-edge audio engine ensures breathtakingly realistic guitar tones, delivering a clean and vibrant sonic palette for your arpeggio explorations. There are various guitar tones featuring different effects along with an atmospheric reversed guitar sound and various different synth tones. There are additional delay and reverb controls for each sound. CHORDS AND PROGRESSION GENERATOR Riffler Flow features 28 different chord types ranging from basic major and minor chords to advanced jazz voicings. Chords can be entered manually or entire progression can be generated automatically by Riffler Flow. The generated progressions can be fined tuned using the "Character", "Complexity" and "Changes" controls.

Screenshots

Progressions4 screens
Riffler Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Riffler Flow at free against Progressions's paid. Riffler Flow also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Progressions's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 50%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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

Progressions costs $14.99 and Riffler Flow $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Progressions against 4.1 for Riffler Flow. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 25 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Progressions's written reviews are positive against 50% of Riffler Flow's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Progressions ships an update every 2 weeks, Riffler Flow weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Progressions versus Riffler Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProgressionsRiffler Flow
Price$14.99$14.99
Rating4.1 (34 ratings)4.1 (25 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better25
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#198#185 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB780 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4Pockets.comJonathan Bell

Customer experience

Progressions

All ratings34 ratings
Positive79.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral3.7%
Negative29.6%

Riffler Flow

All ratings25 ratings
Positive76.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative16.0%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral32.1%
Negative17.9%

In-app purchases

None

Progressions

No in-app purchases

None

Riffler Flow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Progressions free?
Progressions costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Riffler Flow free?
Riffler Flow costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Progressions or Riffler Flow?
Progressions and Riffler Flow are both rated 4.1 out of 5 on the App Store, from 34 and 25 ratings respectively.
Do Progressions or Riffler Flow have ads?
Neither Progressions nor Riffler Flow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Progressions or Riffler Flow?
Progressions ships an update every 2 weeks, and Riffler Flow weekly. Most recently, Progressions was updated on September 21, 2026 and Riffler Flow on September 17, 2026.
Which is more popular, Progressions or Riffler Flow?
Progressions currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and Riffler Flow at #185. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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