# SAND vs Moon Echo

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Moon Echo at none against SAND's 4. Moon Echo also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 79%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). SAND's advantage is ratings volume (86 vs 20). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SAND sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Moon Echo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Moon Echo holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 86 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of SAND's written reviews are positive against 100% of Moon Echo's.

## The numbers

| Metric | SAND | Moon Echo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-audio-midi-sequencer/id1642467684/reviews) | **[4.8 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moon-echo/id6503342104/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **86** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 54 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matteo Caldari](https://appshunter.io/developer/325826466) | [AudioThing Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659941236) |

## What reviewers say

### SAND

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-audio-midi-sequencer/id1642467684)

This app is a grid-based music sequencer that allows users to create compositions using AUv3 plugins and external MIDI devices. It offers extensive tools for arranging clips, editing notes, automating parameters, and routing MIDI.

**Highlights:** Grid-based MIDI sequencing, AUv3 plugin hosting, External MIDI device support, Advanced clip editing, Track and effect management, Song mode for arrangement, MIDI routing and mapping

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 14-day trial | Free | one-time |
| 14 Days Trial | Free | one-time |
| Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |
| Audio Tracks | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great UI and features
- 💡 Potential for music creation
- 🚀 Fast and creative workflow
- 👍 Easy to use, no instructions needed
- 💡 Most usable studio on small screen

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Record function always starts
- 🐛 Sand not opening in overview
- 🐛 Integration with other apps seems off
- 🐛 Record does not pick up data
- 🐛 Cannot save ideas from one app to another

**Reported bugs**

- Record function always starts when entering Midi Instrument or FX
- Sand not opening in overview
- Integration with other apps seems off
- Record does not pick up data
- Cannot save ideas from one app to another

**Requested features**

- Sand always open in overview
- Long press in sequence track window
- Random/chance abilities in clips (Polyend Play style)
- Semi-generative function or scale-based patterns/sequences
- Save AUv3 presets


### Moon Echo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moon-echo/id6503342104)

This free music app simulates echoes using the moon as a radio wave reflector. It creates unique, lively, and lo-fi effects modulated by celestial movements, offering a playful tool for both musicians and space enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Moon-based echo simulation, Lo-fi musical effect, Celestial modulation, Space education tool, AUv3 and Standalone support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SAND free?

SAND is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Moon Echo free?

Moon Echo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SAND or Moon Echo?

Moon Echo is rated higher. SAND averages 4.6 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while Moon Echo averages 4.8 from 20 ratings.

### Do SAND or Moon Echo have ads?

Neither SAND nor Moon Echo shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*