TimeVerb vs Groovemaker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TimeVerb
This audio plugin combines a classic spring reverb emulation with a new digital reverb. It offers extensive control over both effects, allowing for parallel or series processing to create unique sonic textures and atmospheres.
- Spring reverb "Type 4" with feedback and stereo
- Digital reverb with pre-delay and room size
- Parallel and series effect processing
- Unlimited program storage
- 16 factory presets included
- AUv3 extension support
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Please note: this is an AUv3 plugin that can be used with compatible host Apps. TimeVerb-X is a new plugin from GSi that combines GSi's “classic” Type4 spring reverb, first released in 2008, and a new algorithmic digital reverb. The “Type4” spring reverb emulation was originally inspired by an Accutronics reverb tank type 4, like those used in classic Hammond organs of the A100 series, also used in many famous electric guitar amplifiers. The digital reverb, instead, was first developed for the GSi Gemini sound module, but was also included in some Crumar hardware instruments. Both effects have been slightly expanded and further improved for the release of TimeVerb-X, as the spring reverb now features a self-oscillating feedback decay adjustment and a stereo width knob, and the digital reverb includes the early reflections section that was missing in the original project. Both reverbs put together make up a great sound when working in parallel, and create some interesting atmospheres when working in series. TimeVerb-X main features: - Spring reverb "Type 4" with feedback and stereo operation - Digital reverb with pre-delay, early reflections and room size adjustment - Built-in programmer with unlimited number of Programs (comes with 16 factory Programs) - Integrated user's manual - Comes with AUv3 extension
Groovemaker
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Groovemaker contains two audio unit effect plugins: Bouncer and Freezer. You can load them into your DAW or other audio unit host. But more than a pure container app for the two plugins, Groovemaker is a fun and inspiring tool in itself. Use it to experiment with audio loops in a simple way, on your iPhone, iPad or Mac, on the bus or train or at the beach and export sketches to pick them up later in your DAW and studio.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Groovemaker at $6.99 against TimeVerb's $14.99. Groovemaker also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 17 months). TimeVerb's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases 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
TimeVerb costs $14.99 and Groovemaker $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TimeVerb ships an update every 17 months, Groovemaker every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TimeVerb | Groovemaker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.99 | $6.99 — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Genuine Soundware | mattoncino software |
In-app purchases
TimeVerb
No in-app purchases
Groovemaker
No in-app purchases









