# GyroSynth vs Loopseque Mini

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GyroSynth at none against Loopseque Mini's 10. GyroSynth also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.1). Loopseque Mini's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $4.99) and update cadence (every 5 months vs every 12 months). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

GyroSynth costs $4.99 and Loopseque Mini $0.99 up front. Loopseque Mini sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. GyroSynth asks for nothing beyond the download.

GyroSynth holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 14 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of GyroSynth's written reviews are positive against 83% of Loopseque Mini's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

GyroSynth ships an update every 12 months, Loopseque Mini every 5 months. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GyroSynth | Loopseque Mini |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.4 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gyrosynth/id386527164/reviews)** | [4.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopseque-mini/id406130470/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **37** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 73.0% of reviews | **83.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 5 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 8 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BeepStreet](https://appshunter.io/developer/321412321) | [Casual Underground](https://appshunter.io/developer/384127922) |

## What reviewers say

### GyroSynth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gyrosynth/id386527164)

This app transforms your device into a gesture-controlled musical instrument. Use your device's gyroscope to manipulate sound parameters like pitch and volume, creating melodies and effects by moving your hand through the air. Explore various synthesizer types and built-in effects for a unique music creation experience.

**Highlights:** Gesture-driven sound manipulation, Multiple synthesizer types, Built-in effects (delay, boost), Musical scales for easy playing, Recorder with overdub function, Experimental FM modulation

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Most fun instrument!
- 👍 Unique and impressive
- 👍 Great app!
- 👍 Amazing!
- 👍 Fantastic

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No sound
- 🐛 Crashed and would not work
- 🐛 No longer works
- 🐛 Crashes on iOS 8
- 🐛 Sampler doesn't work still!

**Reported bugs**

- No sound no matter what I do
- Crashed on startup on iOS 8
- Crashes on launch since the iOS 8 update
- Stopped working with iOS 8
- Sampler doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Custom scales that can be saved
- Wireless midi out
- Ability to play iPod tracks in background
- More synth modules, more/selectable FX, sample import, the ability to assign parameters beyond waveform modification to the gyroscopic planes
- Recording and export feature


### Loopseque Mini

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopseque-mini/id406130470)

Create music with an intuitive circular sequencer, sampler, and FX processor. This app makes music creation accessible to everyone, regardless of experience, and allows for easy sharing of projects online. It's a fun, game-like experience for aspiring musicians and producers.

**Highlights:** Circular sequencer, Sampler and sample editor, Audio effects processor, Live track recording, Project sharing via email, SoundCloud integration, Onboard sample library

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Milk Way by Cats do Different Tracks | $0.99 | one-time |
| A little more and everything by Andriesh | $0.99 | one-time |
| Air Desert by Makseq | $0.99 | one-time |
| B5 by BoosBot | $0.99 | one-time |
| Basic by KHz | $0.99 | one-time |
| Code:Black by BoostBot | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cucumber by Pilintsow | $0.99 | one-time |
| Flame Guitar by Makseq | $0.99 | one-time |
| Plant by Andriesh | $0.99 | one-time |
| Uno de Nuit by BoostBot | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🎶 Fun and creative music creation
- 💰 Great value for the price
- ✨ Intuitive design
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- ⚠️ Not optimized for newer iOS versions
- 🔌 Store issues
- 📉 Limited functionality
- 🐌 Slow performance

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on opening
- App stops working on iPhone 6+
- App crashes when restoring add-ons
- Cannot resume after stopping and recording
- Website & sharing / purchasing features down

**Requested features**

- Integrate AuV3 interface
- Individually shorten step length per track
- More updates
- Tab tempo and mute MIDI CC output
- Japanese language explanation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GyroSynth free?

GyroSynth costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Loopseque Mini free?

Loopseque Mini costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GyroSynth or Loopseque Mini?

GyroSynth is rated higher. GyroSynth averages 4.4 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while Loopseque Mini averages 4.1 from 14 ratings.

### Do GyroSynth or Loopseque Mini have ads?

Neither GyroSynth nor Loopseque Mini shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GyroSynth or Loopseque Mini?

GyroSynth ships an update every 12 months, and Loopseque Mini every 5 months. Most recently, GyroSynth was updated on September 27, 2026 and Loopseque Mini on September 27, 2026.

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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.*