Comparison

Addictive Synth vs Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth

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

Head to head
About

Addictive Synth

Create unique sounds and driving loops with a powerful wavetable synthesizer. Explore a vast sonic universe with dynamic oscillators, spectral noise generation, and intelligent randomizers. Play live with an onscreen keyboard or connect a MIDI controller.

Highlights
  • Dynamic wavetable synthesis
  • Spectral noise generator
  • Intelligent randomizer for sounds and arpeggios
  • Onscreen keyboard with live playing capabilities
  • MIDI keyboard compatibility
  • Programmable arpeggiator
  • Audiobus and Inter-app audio support
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It was never so easy to create beautiful sounds and driving loops. The unique dynamic wavetable synthesis allows you to explore an unprecedented wide range of sonic territory. From acid loops, crystal clear percussions, realistic human choirs to complex musical soundscapes nothing seems impossible with only a handful parameters to tweak. The new spectral noise generator adds a new dimension to the already huge sound universe of Addictive Synth. This generator is the first of its kind and allows for extraordinarily detailed control over the dynamic spectrum of the noisy part of sounds. Despite its complexity it's pretty easy to use and integrates naturally into the sound design philosophy of Addictive Synth. Together with the intelligent randomizer for both sounds and arpeggios you will loose any sense of time and space while exploring unknown sonic territories. Right from the beginning you'll understand why it's named Addictive. ***Best iPad Apps of the Week*** AppAdvice.com "Addictive Synth fixes your craving for a massively customizable synthesizer experience on the iPad." - AppAdvice.com "App Of The Week" at iDesignSound.com Features: Dynamic wavetable synthesizer • Six dynamic wavetable oscillators per voice, up to 48 total. • Continuous morphing between two oscillator sets. • Realtime editing of up to 128 partials (overtones). • Realtime editing of filter structure to create arbitrary body resonances. • Extensive modulation possibilities using up to 4 LFOs and 4 Envelopes. • Control matrix allows real time control of five parameters using the X/Y touch pad, the modulation wheel and the tilt sensors of the iPad.  • Monophonic or polyphonic with 8 voices. • 128 factory presets, unlimited user presets can be shared.  • Up to three effects concurrently usable selected from: equalizer, phaser, flanger, chorus and stereo/cross delay. Live  • Play melodies live with the onscreen keyboard. Drag fingers for slides and vibrato.  • With the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit you can use a CoreMIDI compatible MIDI Keyboard to control Addictive Synth. • Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer compatible. • Velocity sensitive keyboard. • Select from dozens of scales and play them with scale optimized keyboard layout.   Full featured programmable Arpeggiator • Uses programmable sequences with up to 32 steps.  • Can trigger single notes and chords. • Unique randomizer generates Arpeggios with 100% usability. • 32 Arpeggios included, unlimited useer arpeggios possible. • For each step you can program tie, accent, transposition and note order Global • Audiobus 2 compatible (Output) (requires iOS7 or newer). • Inter-app audio compatible (Instrument/Generator) • Export loops as audio and midi files. • Audio pasteboard for exchange with other Apps • Exchange user presets with File Sharing in iTunes.

About

Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth

This app is a polyphonic wavetable and FM synthesizer for musicians and sound designers. It offers flexible wavetable creation, sound design capabilities, and AUv3 plugin support for seamless integration with music production hosts. Share and discover user-created presets within the app.

Highlights
  • 8-voice polyphonic engine
  • Dual wavetable oscillators per voice
  • Bidirectional FM synthesis
  • Global ladder filter
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • iCloud sync for presets
  • Community preset sharing
Features
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Nikaya Synth is a compact, expressive wavetable synthesizer designed for musicians and sound designers looking for flexibility without complexity. It features an 8-voice polyphonic engine, with each voice containing two independent wavetable oscillators and a pair of FM operators. Each voice includes its own ADSR amplitude envelope, while modulation and filtering are handled globally for efficient performance and unified control. Explore a variety of ways to generate and import wavetables: - Flexible Wavetable Creation - Convert images into wavetables using brightness data - Slice WAV files into multiple waveforms - Import folders of single-cycle waveforms - Browse a curated set of factory wavetables - Generate up to 128 waveforms from a single source - Sound Design Capabilities Nikaya offers a focused feature set for building detailed, evolving sounds: - Two wavetable oscillators per voice with independent wave index control - Bidirectional FM synthesis using the current wavetable waveforms - Global ladder filter with a cycling envelope and morphable curve shapes - Two global LFOs with tempo sync and multiple waveforms - Clear visual feedback for envelope shaping - Workflow and Integration Designed with usability and integration in mind: - AUv3 plugin support for host compatibility - iCloud sync for presets and wavetables - Full parameter automation in supported hosts Community Sharing (iOS 13+) - Access user-created presets from the in-app browser - Like and download new sounds - Share your own presets with others Nikaya Synth offers a practical approach to modern wavetable synthesis—lightweight, responsive, and easy to navigate, while remaining capable of detailed and expressive sound design.

Screenshots

Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth at every 2 days against Addictive Synth's every 4 months. Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Addictive Synth's advantage is review sentiment (78% vs 67%) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 12.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

Addictive Synth costs $6.99 and Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Addictive Synth against 4.4 for Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 8 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Addictive Synth's written reviews are positive against 67% of Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Addictive Synth ships an update every 4 months, Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Addictive Synth versus Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAddictive SynthNikaya Wavetable and FM Synth
Price$6.99$6.99
Rating4.5 (15 ratings) — better4.4 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews78.1% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS6.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarry GohsCem Olcay

Customer experience

Addictive Synth

All ratings15 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews114 reviews
Positive78.1%
Neutral7.0%
Negative14.9%

Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Addictive Synth

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes upon opening on iOS 15.1
  • Static/audio glitches on startup
  • Keyboard width inconsistency across pages
  • Stuck notes with external MIDI controllers
  • Audio playback at 2x speed when pasting from certain apps
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  • Backing track audio silences when switching apps
  • Recording menu doesn't allow selection of new recordings
  • Monophonic playback over virtual MIDI with chords
  • Keyboard lag behind keystrokes
  • Oscillator phase inconsistency
  • Fundamental sine wave audible even when all harmonics disabled
  • Flaky sequence saving functionality
  • App crashes during audio recording/export

Requested features

19 requests
  • MIDI learn functionality
  • Audiobus and IAA sync support
  • MIDI clock/start/stop synchronization
  • Ableton Link integration
  • White/pink noise generator
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  • Better patch/preset organization and banking
  • Undo button for waveform/filter drawing
  • WiFi and email export options
  • Improved recording with flexible bar counts
  • Drawable modulation signals
  • Traditional filter types (LPF, HPF, BPF)
  • MIDI volume control (CC7)
  • Metronome on/off toggle
  • Better visualization of harmonics/partials
  • Evenly spaced harmonic controls
  • Click track during looping
  • Tempo saving with presets
  • More modulation options and FM synthesis
  • Hardware synth versions

Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Addictive Synth

No in-app purchases

None

Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Addictive Synth free?
Addictive Synth costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth free?
Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Addictive Synth or Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth?
Addictive Synth is rated higher. Addictive Synth averages 4.5 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth averages 4.4 from 8 ratings.
Do Addictive Synth or Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth have ads?
Neither Addictive Synth nor Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Addictive Synth or Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth?
Addictive Synth ships an update every 4 months, and Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth every 2 days. Most recently, Addictive Synth was updated on June 9, 2026 and Nikaya Wavetable and FM Synth on September 16, 2026.

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