Comparison

Modizer vs Accelerando

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

Head to head
About

Modizer

Listen to music from classic computers and consoles, supporting over 1100 formats. Access extensive music databases, manage your collection with playlists and archives, and enjoy high-quality MIDI playback with lyrics. Features include background playback, visualizations, and a built-in web browser.

Highlights
  • Supports over 1100 music formats
  • High-quality MIDI playback with lyrics
  • Access to music databases (Modland, HVSC, ASMA)
  • Built-in web browser with FTP/HTTP downloads
  • Playlist and archive support
  • Multiple visualizations
  • Background playback
Features
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Modizer is a multiformat modules & chiptunes player which allows you to listen to computers and consoles music (ZX Spectrum, C64, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Amiga, PC, GB, GBA, NDS, NES, SNES, N64, SMS, Genesis/Megadrive, PcEngine, PSX, Saturn, Dreamcast, Arcade, ...). Modizer provides also high quality MIDI playback. Minimum requirement is a device running iOS 15.6 or more. Optimized for retina display. Based on multiple high quality playback engines and using either the FTP server, the builtin WEB browser or the integrated Modland, HVSC & ASMA databases you can discover or listen again to the best music from the videogames (8/16/32bits era) and demoscene history. Discover some real gems from famous people like Chris Huelsbeck, Jochen Hippel, Purple Motion, Lizardking, Audiomonster or Rob Hubbard, ... Main features: -Large compatibility (more than 1100 formats) thanks to multiple playback engines : Amiga and PC modules, Atari ST/Amstrad CPC, C64, Nintendo/Sega/Nec/Sony and even more ... -Midi + Lyrics support (info screen). -Direct internet access to Modland, HVSC, ASMA, VGMRips, P2612, Snesmusic, SMS Power collections & more. -Built-in Web browser allowing FTP/HTTP downloads, bookmarks and support of ZIP,GZ,LZH & RAR archives. -Built-in FTP server over WIFI connection : upload your music files with a simple FTP client. -Airplay -Playlists support. -Archives support : zip, gz, lha/lzh, 7z, rar, rsn. -Cover support (png/jpg/gif). Covers can be downloaded within Modizer using the webbrowser & "copy" image. -Search function (in local files/playlists/Modland/HVSC). -Rating & play counter of files. -Multiple visualisations : Milkdrop presets, patterns, 2D&3D spectrums, oscilloscopes, ... -Background playback & remote controller. -Highly configurable behaviour. Disclaimer: Internet accesses to the Modland, HVSC & ASMA libraries are provided as an as-is service, guarantee for availability and/or functionality is not given. Use this application at your own risk.

About

Accelerando

This music player dynamically adjusts song tempo to match your physical activity. It integrates with popular music services and local files, offering a personalized listening experience for workouts and commutes.

Highlights
  • Real-time music speed adjustment
  • GPS-based tempo control
  • SoundCloud integration
  • iTunes library access
  • Local audio file support
  • Background playback
  • Customizable presets
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Accelerando is a revolutionary music player that automatically adjusts playback speed based on your movement. Perfect for running and other activities. Features: • Real-time music speed adjustment based on GPS • Access to millions of tracks from SoundCloud • Access to your iTunes music library • Supported local audio files: .m4a, .mp3, .flac, .wav, .aiff, .aif, .aifc, .caf, .aac, .mp4, .m4p, .m4b, .3gp, .3g2, .amr, .ac3, .eac3, .mp1, .mp2, .au, .snd • Background playback with lock screen controls • Simple playlist organization • 3 customizable presets (music tempo & movement speed) • Speed unit selection The run, bicycle, and car presets work exactly the same - you can use them for any type of activity. Whether you're warming up or sprinting, Accelerando keeps your music in sync with your pace! Do not use this app while driving a vehicle. This application is designed to be used only as a passenger. Safety is important.

Screenshots

Modizer4 screens
Accelerando4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Accelerando at every 4 days against Modizer's monthly. Accelerando also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Modizer's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (90 vs 3). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Modizer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Accelerando sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Modizer holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Modizer has 90 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modizer ships an update monthly, Accelerando every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Modizer versus Accelerando: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModizerAccelerando
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (90 ratings) — better4.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews82.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings90 — better3
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size361 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperYoyoFRALBEDO JACEK FRANKOWSKI

Customer experience

Modizer

All ratings90 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral3.3%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews279 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral9.7%
Negative8.2%

Accelerando

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Modizer

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Crashes when viewing playlists
  • Playlist not refreshing after deleting songs
  • SPC music looping issues
  • FLAC playback broken in recent update
  • SID track playback issues after update
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  • Favorites playlist not working as expected

Requested features

9 requests
  • Fade length setting
  • WSR (Wonderswan) format support
  • FLAC support
  • More frequent updates
  • UI customization options
Show 4 more
  • Ability to backup/restore playlists
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Infinite loop option for NSF files
  • Reduced volume for oscilloscope view

Accelerando

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Modizer

One-time3
  • Modizer small tip$1.99
  • Modizer medium tip$4.99
  • Modizer large tip$9.99
1 purchases

Accelerando

One-time1
  • Full version$6.99

Questions

Is Modizer free?
Modizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Accelerando free?
Accelerando is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Modizer or Accelerando?
Modizer is rated higher. Modizer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while Accelerando averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Modizer or Accelerando have ads?
Neither Modizer nor Accelerando shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Modizer or Accelerando?
Modizer ships an update monthly, and Accelerando every 4 days. Most recently, Modizer was updated on October 8, 2026 and Accelerando on October 2, 2026.

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