Comparison

Addictive microSynth vs VIRAL Synth 2

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

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About

Addictive microSynth

Create beautiful sounds and driving loops with a powerful wavetable synthesizer and a 4-track loop recorder. Explore vast sonic territories with intelligent randomization and real-time editing. Compatible with hardware controllers for an enhanced experience.

Highlights
  • 4-track loop recorder with overdubbing
  • Dynamic wavetable synthesizer
  • Live performance keyboard
  • Programmable arpeggiator
  • Audiobus 2 support
  • MIDI keyboard compatibility
  • Export audio and MIDI files
Features
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Combines the synthesis power of Addictive Synth with an easy to use 4 track loop phrase recorder. #1 Staff Favorites on US App Store ! 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. 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. With Version 1.1 you get instant hardware access together with the AKAI SynthStation 25. Use the hardware buttons for scrolling through presets and arpeggios, operating the Arpeggiator and rolling our famous dice to get instant new arpeggio creations ! Features: 4 track Loop recorder • Live recording/playback of phrases divided in up to 4 tracks with unlimited overdubbing. • Mute/Solo for each track. • Paste loops from other music Apps in one of the 4 tracks. • Loop length can be set from one to eight bars. Dynamic wavetable synthesizer • Six dynamic wavetable oscillators per voice, up to 48 total. • Continous 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 MIDI Breath and Footcontroller, the modulation wheel and the tilt sensors.  • Monophonic or polyphonic with 4 voices. ( 2 voices on older devices ) • 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 onscreen keyboard pads. Drag fingers for slides and vibrato.  • Use a CoreMIDI compatible interface to play with a MIDI Keyboard. • Musical scale setting makes for easy playing.    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 user arpeggios possible. • For each step you can program tie, accent, transposition and note order Global • Audiobus 2 support (requires iOS 7 or newer) • Export loops as audio and midi files. • Audio pasteboard for exchange with other Apps • Exchange user presets with File Sharing in iTunes.

About

VIRAL Synth 2

This is a powerful virtual analog synthesizer app for iOS, inspired by classic hardware. It offers a vast library of original presets, advanced sound-shaping tools, and a variety of effects. It can be used as a standalone instrument or as a plugin within DAWs.

Highlights
  • 64-voice Retro VA-Synth engine
  • 48+ Virus TI2 inspired waveforms
  • Advanced Synth Engine (PWM, Osc Morph)
  • Trance Gate and Arpeggiator
  • 3 LFOs with Polarity
  • Vintage-style Step Sequencer
  • Built-in Reverb and FX suite
Features
Currently charting
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VIRAL SYNTH 2: T2x (Inspired by Virus TI2 Synth series)* NEW T2x: Enjoy New Oscillators, Filters, Microtonality, Scales and more! FULLY LOADED w/ 600+ presets by Analog Matthew, Brice Beasley, Electronisounds, DMT Cymatics, Moby Pixel, Wabi Sabi Waves, Red Sky Lullaby, and more NOTE: This is a synth, and contains no hardware preset samples. All presets are completely original. "HUGE! VIRAL SYNTH sounds like serious hardware!" - GarageBand Guide "Amazing! Possibly my favorite iOS Synth of all time" - DJ Puzzle, iPad Music Reddit founder & Hardware Virus TI Owner "So many inspiring presets, it's inspiring so many songs!" - Loopy Pro, Forum Not imitation, it's Innovation! https://audiokitpro.com/viralsynth FIRST AudioKit Synth app with Trance Gate, LFO Polarity, Triplets, and more! Uses NEW Technology to sound more like Real Hardware Synth VIRAL SYNTH gives you Access (see what we did there?) to 40+ classic waveforms inspired by Virus TI2!* VIRAL SYNTH T2X: • 64-voice, Retro VA-Synth • Includes 48+ Virus TI2 inspired waveforms • Advanced Synth Engine (including PWM, Osc Morph, and waveform shapes) • Plus, Bonus XL exclusive samples, created by Analog Matthew (Not available anywhere else!) • 3 Low-Pass Filter choices, New self-resonating T12 and T24 models • Trance Gate, with routings to different OSC • MICROTONALITY, World Scales, Western Scales • Synth section features 2x Oversampled Oscillators • 3 LFOs, with POLARITY! Fun Routings. LFOs can modify other LFOs • Arpeggiator! Classic Hardware-style Arp, with extra features • Vintage-style Step Sequencer that can be routed to specific layers • A proper filter envelope ADSR, with visual feedback • TouchPads! 2 fun assignable pads, • Four-voice Unison PER Oscillator ++ 3 different Unison algorithms: Regular, HYPER, and BEAST! Modeled sound: It's like a time-capsule. Imagine if there were iPads in 2009? Complete with that Hardware VA sound that ruled the dance floors and stages ADDITIONAL FEATURES: • EPIC Glorious Reverb + Sparkle Verb option • FX: Analog Tape Delay, Distortion, Phaser, Chorus, Crush, and more. • On board "Record" button, no external hardware required • Works with a MIDI Keyboard • FM wild pitch drop controls! Modeled after digital VA-Synths, complete with vintage digital aliasing for old-school vibe! • Crazy aggressive distorted RING MODULATION – It's like robots talking, or fighting? You decide! COOL: • iPad version has "stacked" views for maximum onscreen control! Tap the current Nav Button at the top to change the bottom view • This is a Premium App: No iAP, No Ads, No subscriptions! Use as a plug-in in DAWs like GarageBand & Logic for iPad, Cubasis, AUM, and more! * LEGAL NOTICES This app has no affiliation or endorsement from Access Corporation. It is not a clone of the Virus TI2, or any other synthesizer. Nor does it use any Virus ROM or direct waveforms. The wavetables are legally different, and the names have been changed. While we were inspired by the sound and legacy of these iconic instruments, this is an original creation, built from the ground up. All product names, trademarks, and images mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used only to describe the inspiration behind this app and for purposes of reference. Their inclusion does not imply any association, affiliation, or endorsement. We sincerely respect the incredible work of Access in shaping music history.

Screenshots

Addictive microSynth4 screens
VIRAL Synth 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VIRAL Synth 2 at 4.9 against Addictive microSynth's 3.0. VIRAL Synth 2 also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 13 months) and ratings volume (744 vs 6). Addictive microSynth's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $7.99) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 14.4). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 microSynth costs $0.99 and VIRAL Synth 2 $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VIRAL Synth 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VIRAL Synth 2 has 744 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Addictive microSynth's written reviews are positive against 89% of VIRAL Synth 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Addictive microSynth ships an update every 13 months, VIRAL Synth 2 every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Addictive microSynth versus VIRAL Synth 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAddictive microSynthVIRAL Synth 2
Price$0.99 — better$7.99
Rating3.0 (6 ratings)4.9 (744 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.1% of reviews89.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6744 — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#198 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better14.4
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB321 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarry GohsAudioKit Pro

Customer experience

Addictive microSynth

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive81.1%
Neutral8.1%
Negative10.8%

VIRAL Synth 2

All ratings718 ratings
Positive99.3%
Neutral0.3%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive89.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.0%

Bugs and requests

Addictive microSynth

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

VIRAL Synth 2

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Audio crashes every 3 presets

In-app purchases

None

Addictive microSynth

No in-app purchases

None

VIRAL Synth 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Addictive microSynth free?
Addictive microSynth costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VIRAL Synth 2 free?
VIRAL Synth 2 costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Addictive microSynth or VIRAL Synth 2?
VIRAL Synth 2 is rated higher. Addictive microSynth averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while VIRAL Synth 2 averages 4.9 from 744 ratings.
Do Addictive microSynth or VIRAL Synth 2 have ads?
Neither Addictive microSynth nor VIRAL Synth 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Addictive microSynth or VIRAL Synth 2?
Addictive microSynth ships an update every 13 months, and VIRAL Synth 2 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Addictive microSynth was updated on October 29, 2026 and VIRAL Synth 2 on October 29, 2026.

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