Comparison

Flare Scratch vs AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

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

Head to head
About

Flare Scratch

This app simulates a high-torque DJ turntable, allowing users to scratch music from their iPod library or pre-loaded beat loops. It offers various classic scratching techniques and features like zoom mode for precision and mirror mode for left-handed users.

Highlights
  • Scratch iPod Library tunes
  • High torque turntable simulation
  • Loop player
  • Zoom mode for precision
  • Classic scratch techniques
  • Mirror mode for left-handers
  • Preloaded beat loops
Features
Read full description

Scratch like a pro with Flare, the high torque DJ turntable. Either cut up the built-in records over a beatloop, or your own iPod Library tunes. Get this party started right with Flare, the undisputed Vinyl champion of the AppStore. "Pure Turntablism" --Vdrumpro999 Flare is a high torque turntable that fits in the palm of your hand, and features: • scratch your iPod Library tunes (!!!) • 1 high torque deck • 1 loop player • incredible vinyl sound • the ability to cut it up anywhere • zoom mode for precision scratching • transformer button capable of 11ms clicks • mirror mode for left handers • classic scratches: transformer, baby, tear, 1-click orbit • hamster switch • 5 preloaded beat loops produced by luke dubs, ready to cut over • 3 bundled battle records to get you started Coming soon: pitch control.

About

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

This app offers a professional-quality virtual analog synthesizer inspired by classic hardware. It provides a vast library of presets, real-time effects control, and a user-friendly interface for both beginners and experienced musicians. It can be used as a standalone instrument or as an AUv3 plugin.

Highlights
  • 400+ Presets
  • Dual Assignable Touch Pads
  • Real-time FX Control
  • 3 LFOs with extensive modulation
  • MIDI Keyboard and MIDI Learn support
  • Classic Step Sequencer
  • AUv3 Plugin support
Features
Read full description

SYNTH ONE J6 (Inspired by Juno-6 & Jupiter series*) Trusted by over 250,000 iPhone & iPad musicians, Synth One J6 is now on Mac too! Pro Quality. Actually Cool. And Yes, Totally Free. Synth One J6 delivers lush pads, deep basses, classic keys, and vibrant leads that feel truly alive. No ads. No subscriptions. No in-app purchases (unless you want to leave a tip). CREATED BY VOLUNTEERS Musicians, Educators, and Sound Designers over 4 years. Synth One J6 is used in Schools and Higher Education institutions across the world. Just pure, expressive sound designed for creators of every level. EASY TO USE The interface is intuitive and welcoming. Each function has a dedicated slider or knob. Simple for beginners and deep enough for pros. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT? Major accessibility improvements and Voice Over have been added throughout the app to make Synth One J6 a much more enjoyable instrument for blind and visually impaired musicians. LEARN THE EXCITING STORY: audiokitpro.com/synthonej6 Inspired by legendary synths like the Juno, Jupiter, and DeepMind series. It's not a clone. It's a new classic: built from the ground up with a custom, non-vibe coded sound engine. You’ll hear the warmth, the punch, the vibe. INSTANT INSPIRATION With over 400+ presets, a classic step sequencer, dual arpeggiators, analog-style filters, tape delay, reverb, chorus, 3 LFOs, and real-time FX control, your creativity will never hit a wall. FEATURES: ∙ 400+ Presets and Features Included, ∙ Pro Version Included, Nothing to Buy! ∙ Microtonality and World Scales ∙ Accessibility and Voice over for the Blind and Hearing Impaired ∙ Lush, Expressive Vintage Synthesizer Sound ∙ FX: Glorious Reverb, Analog Tape Delay, Chorus, Crush, and more. ∙ 3 LFOs, over 60+ possible destinations, almost everything can be modulated! LFOs can even modify other LFOs ∙ Control it with a MIDI Keyboard, MIDI Learn to map your controls to the app ∙ Classic Arpeggiator & Vintage-style Step Sequencer, with extra features ∙ Dual Assignable Touch Pads, manipulate FX in real time! ∙ Preset Sync between iPhone, iPad & Mac! Create a sound on one device and continue working with it on another. ∙ Created by volunteers to support music education and access for all PLUGIN ON iOS and MAC: ∙ iOS: Works as a Plug-in Instrument in GarageBand and Logic for iPad, AUM, Cubasis, and MORE! ∙ Mac: Tested in Ableton, GarageBand, Logic, and more! WORKS BY ITSELF ∙ “RECORD” button: Easily record your synth and sound fx, then export wav fileNo other apps needed! PERFECT FOR CLASSROOMS AND... STUDIOS Synth One J6 was built for musicians of all levels, with an interface that is intuitive for beginners and deep enough for pros. Especially great for schools and students who may not have access to paid apps. BUILT BY MUSICIANS, SHARED WITH THE WORLD MADE FOR MUSIC. MADE FOR EVERYONE. Music should be for everyone. That is why Synth One J6 is truly free. No fees. Please help us share it. Tell a teacher. Tell a student. Tell anyone who’s dreamed of experiencing a vintage synthesizer but lacked the opportunity. Because music belongs to everyone. * LEGAL NOTICES This app has no affiliation or endorsement from Roland Corporation. It is not a clone of the Juno-6, Juno-60, Juno-106, Jupiter-8, or any other synthesizer. While we were inspired by the sound and legacy of these iconic instruments, this is an original creation, built from the ground up. All product names, trademarks, and images mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used only to describe the inspiration behind this app and for purposes of reference. Their inclusion does not imply any association, affiliation, or endorsement. This project is free and was created solely to promote music creation and education. We sincerely respect the incredible work of Roland and other manufacturers in shaping music history.

Screenshots

Flare Scratch3 screens
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 at Free against Flare Scratch's $4.99. AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.5) and review sentiment (94% vs 66%). Flare Scratch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On update cadence, ads and iOS requirement 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

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 is free to download; Flare Scratch costs $4.99 up front. AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Flare Scratch asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 has 2.5K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Flare Scratch's written reviews are positive against 94% of AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flare Scratch ships an update every 3 weeks, AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Flare Scratch versus AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlare ScratchAudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (71 ratings)4.9 (2.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.9% of reviews93.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings712.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAsyncAudioKit Pro

Customer experience

Flare Scratch

All ratings71 ratings
Positive60.6%
Neutral11.3%
Negative28.2%
Written reviews223 reviews
Positive65.9%
Neutral12.6%
Negative21.5%

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

All ratings2,468 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.6%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews163 reviews
Positive93.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative4.3%

User reviews

Flare Scratch

From 71 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Hardest working dev
  • 👍 Realistic scratching experience
  • 💡 Ability to use own music library
  • 🚀 Smooth and responsive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashing issues
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🔋 App not optimized for newer devices

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Amazingly inspirational
  • 👍 Awesome and free
  • 👍 Ridiculously good UI
  • 👍 Must have
  • 👍 Great for AUv3

Bugs and requests

Flare Scratch

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashing when adding music
  • Inability to change loop or turntable tracks
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Pitch control
  • Crab scratch button
  • More skins/customization options
  • Recording functionality
  • Ability to load own beats/loops

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

No bugs or feature requests surfaced in reviews.

In-app purchases

None

Flare Scratch

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

One-time5
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$2.99
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$4.99
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$9.99
Show 2 more
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$14.99
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$19.99

Questions

Is Flare Scratch free?
Flare Scratch costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 free?
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flare Scratch or AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3?
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 is rated higher. Flare Scratch averages 3.5 out of 5 from 71 ratings, while AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 averages 4.9 from 2.5K ratings.
Do Flare Scratch or AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 have ads?
Neither Flare Scratch nor AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flare Scratch or AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3?
Flare Scratch ships an update every 3 weeks, and AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 every 11 days. Most recently, Flare Scratch was updated on October 18, 2026 and AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 on October 20, 2026.

Other comparisons