Comparison

nanoloop vs SunVox

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

Head to head
About

nanoloop

Create electronic music from scratch with this all-in-one tool. It features a sequencer, synthesizer, and sampler with extensive parameter automation. Easily share and export your creations.

Highlights
  • Sequencer for rhythm and melody
  • Parameter automation
  • 8-channel synth or sampler
  • Microphone sampling
  • MIDI sync and Ableton Link
  • Project sharing via email
  • WAV export
Features
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Nanoloop combines sequencer, synthesizer and sampler in one package. It provides all functions for creating electronic music from scratch. - Easy to use sequencer, suitable for rhythm and melody - Automatisation of all parameters - 8 channels, each can be synth or sampler - 8 patterns per channel - Sample via microphone - Re-sample - Polyphonic FM-, PWM- and noise synth - Song editor with loop function - Send and receive projects via e-mail - WAV export - Sharing projects and audio in file sharing apps like Dropbox is possible when these apps are installed. - MIDI sync with other devices - Ableton Link The Synth Nanoloop's FM synth offers a maximum of flexibility within a small set of parameters. It comes with a stereo modulator detune effect and covers the typical clean bells and Rhodes-like sounds, spheric pads, thick beats and basses. The Sequencer The stepsequencer visualises the rhythmic structure in a compact 4x4 square matrix, making it very easy to lay out patterns. The Sampler Besides A/D envelope, loop function, start offset, tune and fine tune, the puristic sampler comes without effects. You can record up to 6 seconds via microphone or copy samples via iTunes. Share With nanoloop for iPhone, you can send your saved projects to other nanoloop users and your own PC via e-mail. If nanoloop is installed on the recipient's iPhone / iPod, she/he can simply tap on the file name in the received e-mail to start nanoloop and import the attached file so that it is available for editing. This makes collaboration very easy, multiple users around the world can work on the same project by simply e-mailing the file. Export Songs can be exported to a WAV file that is accessible via iTunes (simply drag & drop files in finder). The exported file is also copied to the clipboard so that it can be pasted in other apps that support pasting audio. If a file sharing app like Dropbox is installed, you can upload the file there. More information can be found at the nanoloop website: www.nanoloop.com

About

SunVox

This is a powerful, cross-platform modular synthesizer and pattern-based music sequencer. It offers a wide range of built-in synthesizers, effects, and sample support for creating complex musical compositions.

Highlights
  • Modular interface
  • Pattern-based sequencer
  • Microtonal sequencing
  • Sample import (WAV, AIFF, XI)
  • XM and MOD import
  • MIDI import/export
  • Built-in synthesizers and effects
Features
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SunVox is one of the most powerful music creation tools for iOS. It is a small and fast cross-platform modular synthesizer with pattern based sequencer (tracker). [ Key features ] • Modular interface. • Powerful microtonal sequencer. • Highly optimized synth algorithms. • Support of 16/24/32bit WAV, AIFF and XI samples. • XM (FastTracker) and MOD (ProTracker, OctaMED) import. • Multitrack WAV export. • MIDI import/export. • MIDI IN/OUT. • Mic/Line recording (using the Sampler). • Audio Unit Extension (AUv3 instrument/effect), Audiobus. • Generative music features: random selection of notes, random values of controllers, probability effects. • It's possible to use SunVox engine in your own applications using the free library for developers. • It is also available for other systems (see the site). [ Brief instruction ] The main menu - button with the SunVox icon in the upper left corner of the screen. To connect one module (source) to another (destination): first touch on the source, second touch on the destination. Official SunVox homepage, user manual, video tutorials: https://warmplace.ru/soft/sunvox SunVox music: https://warmplace.ru/soft/sunvox/#music Found a bug? Have some questions? Just write me directly: nightradio@gmail.com The answer comes immediately! [ Built-in synthesizers & effects ] • Generators; • DrumSynth with 120 unique synthetic drum sounds; • FM synthesizer; • Multisample instrument; • SpectraVoice (FFT-based synthesizer for warm atmospheric sounds); • Side Chain Compressor; • Distortion; • Echo & Reverb; • Equalizer & Filters; • Flanger; • Loop (for glitch effects); • Vocal Filter (for human voice simulation); • Vorbis Player; • WaveShaper; • Pitch Detector; • Pitch Shifter; • and more ... [ Jordan Rudess about this app ] Sunvox is a serious music application. I am personally running it on my iphone. In the overcrowded world of music apps, Sunvox stands out as both unique and powerful. If you are a musician and own an iphone, you owe it to yourself to try this amazing application!

Screenshots

nanoloop4 screens
SunVox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SunVox at 4.9 against nanoloop's 4.4. SunVox also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (93% vs 81%). nanoloop's advantage is chart position (#128 vs unranked) and price ($3.99 vs $5.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

nanoloop costs $3.99 and SunVox $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SunVox holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 69 and 332 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of nanoloop's written reviews are positive against 93% of SunVox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

nanoloop ships an update every 2 months, SunVox monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
nanoloop versus SunVox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameternanoloopSunVox
Price$3.99 — better$5.99
Rating4.4 (69 ratings)4.9 (332 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.5% of reviews93.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings69332 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#128 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOliver WittchowAlexander Zolotov

Customer experience

nanoloop

All ratings69 ratings
Positive84.1%
Neutral7.2%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews205 reviews
Positive81.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative11.7%

SunVox

All ratings332 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.9%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews272 reviews
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative3.7%

User reviews

nanoloop

From 69 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
  • 🚀 Powerful sound synthesis and sampling capabilities
  • 💡 Unique and creative workflow
  • 🎨 Aesthetically pleasing minimalist design
  • 🎶 Excellent for chiptune and lo-fi music creation

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
  • 🔇 Limited default oscillator waveforms
  • 🔍 Confusing or lacking documentation in some areas
  • 🔌 Difficulty with exporting/sharing created music

SunVox

From 332 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Powerful modular synth and tracker
  • 🔧 Highly configurable and flexible
  • 🎨 Excellent for sound design and music creation
  • 💻 Cross-platform (desktop, mobile, embedded)
  • 💰 Great value for money

Room to improve

  • 📚 Steep learning curve, not beginner-friendly
  • 📱 UI can feel cramped on smaller screens
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
  • 🔇 Lack of built-in effects like compression and limiting

Bugs and requests

nanoloop

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Saving and file management issues on certain iOS versions
  • Microphone/sampling functionality not working reliably
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Expanded waveform options for the default oscillator
  • Improved pattern/sequence editing tools
  • Addition of more built-in effects and sound processing
  • Seamless integration with other music apps and MIDI devices

SunVox

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Inconsistent behavior when importing/exporting projects

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved file management and organization
  • Expanded MIDI and automation capabilities
  • Ability to create and save custom module presets
  • More intuitive and streamlined user interface
  • Support for external MIDI controllers and keyboards

In-app purchases

None

nanoloop

No in-app purchases

None

SunVox

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is nanoloop free?
nanoloop costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SunVox free?
SunVox costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, nanoloop or SunVox?
SunVox is rated higher. nanoloop averages 4.4 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while SunVox averages 4.9 from 332 ratings.
Do nanoloop or SunVox have ads?
Neither nanoloop nor SunVox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, nanoloop or SunVox?
nanoloop ships an update every 2 months, and SunVox monthly. Most recently, nanoloop was updated on September 23, 2026 and SunVox on September 22, 2026.

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