# GyroSynth vs CalmusPlayLite

The clearest difference is price: CalmusPlayLite at Free against GyroSynth's $4.99. CalmusPlayLite also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (100% vs 73%). GyroSynth's advantage is ratings volume (37 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

CalmusPlayLite is free to download; GyroSynth costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

CalmusPlayLite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GyroSynth has 37 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of GyroSynth's written reviews are positive against 100% of CalmusPlayLite's.

GyroSynth ships an update every 12 months, CalmusPlayLite every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GyroSynth | CalmusPlayLite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.4 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gyrosynth/id386527164/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calmusplaylite/id993031351/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **37** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 73.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 8 MB | 291 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BeepStreet](https://appshunter.io/developer/321412321) | [Erki-tonlist sf](https://appshunter.io/developer/929321904) |

## 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


### CalmusPlayLite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calmusplaylite/id993031351)

This app generates original, royalty-free music using AI based on user-selected parameters like location, zodiac sign, and color. It offers a unique way to create personalized soundtracks for various media or personal enjoyment.

**Highlights:** AI-powered music composition, Royalty-free music generation, Personalized music based on user input, Customizable parameters (location, zodiac, color, etc.), Music for movies, TV shows, and games, Original compositions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GyroSynth free?

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

### Is CalmusPlayLite free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GyroSynth or CalmusPlayLite?

CalmusPlayLite is rated higher. GyroSynth averages 4.4 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while CalmusPlayLite averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GyroSynth or CalmusPlayLite have ads?

Neither GyroSynth nor CalmusPlayLite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GyroSynth or CalmusPlayLite?

GyroSynth ships an update every 12 months, and CalmusPlayLite every 4 months. Most recently, GyroSynth was updated on November 6, 2026 and CalmusPlayLite on November 1, 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.*