# SynthStation vs Tape Death

The clearest difference is price: Tape Death at Free against SynthStation's $1.99. Tape Death also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.3). SynthStation's advantage is ratings volume (178 vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Tape Death is free to download; SynthStation costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Tape Death holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SynthStation has 178 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | SynthStation | Tape Death |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.3 (178 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthstation/id373969724/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-death/id6790580653/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **178** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 91 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **4.3** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Akai Professional](https://appshunter.io/developer/373969727) | [Colton Harker](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773571887) |

## What reviewers say

### SynthStation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthstation/id373969724)

Transform your mobile device into a portable music studio. Create melodies, bass lines, and drum beats with virtual synthesizers, drum kits, and a built-in sequencer. Offers real-time recording and extensive effects for unlimited sonic creativity.

**Highlights:** Three virtual-analog synthesizers, Over 50 drum kits, Built-in sequencer, Arpeggiator with preset patterns, Core MIDI-compatible, Real-time recording, Effects and filters

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful synth engine
- 👍 Authentic Akai sound
- 💡 Versatile drum kits
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Great value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔧 Outdated and neglected by developer
- 🔧 Lacks essential features like audio export
- 🔧 Complicated workflow

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- No sound output
- Midi connectivity problems
- Incompatible with latest iOS versions
- Saved projects not loading properly

**Requested features**

- Audiobus/Inter-App Audio support
- More synth/drum samples
- Ability to save custom sounds
- Improved sequencing capabilities
- Easier audio export options


### Tape Death

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-death/id6790580653)

This app is a unique four-tape looping instrument that degrades over time, creating evolving, decaying sounds. Record audio, manipulate tape characteristics like warmth and wobble, and share your sonic creations.

**Highlights:** Four decaying tape loops, Record from microphone, Overdubbing, Forward, reverse, and ping-pong playback, Adjustable tape wear, Character-based sound shaping, Global reverb and echo effects, Export audio and save sessions

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SynthStation free?

SynthStation costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Tape Death free?

Tape Death is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SynthStation or Tape Death?

Tape Death is rated higher. SynthStation averages 2.3 out of 5 from 178 ratings, while Tape Death averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do SynthStation or Tape Death have ads?

Neither SynthStation nor Tape Death 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.*