# Tone generator vs Frequency Sound Generator App

The clearest difference is monetization model: Tone generator at free with in-app purchases against Frequency Sound Generator App's subscription. Tone generator also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Frequency Sound Generator App's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (5.1K vs 155). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tone generator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Frequency Sound Generator App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Frequency Sound Generator App holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Frequency Sound Generator App has 5.1K ratings behind it against 155, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 67% and 66% positive.

Tone generator ships an update every 5 months, Frequency Sound Generator App every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tone generator | Frequency Sound Generator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (155 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tone-generator/id457003837/reviews) | **[4.5 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-sound-generator-app/id1238160553/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 155 | **5.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **67.1% of reviews** | 66.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 27 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [michael heinz](https://appshunter.io/developer/292745639) | [Min Ku](https://appshunter.io/developer/1204192873) |

## What reviewers say

### Tone generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tone-generator/id457003837)

Create various periodic signals with adjustable frequency and amplitude for testing electronic circuits or tuning instruments. Features include a metronome, a real-time tuner, and options for generating different noise types and tone sequences. It also offers unique features for hearing tests and party games.

**Highlights:** Generate periodic signals, Adjustable frequency and amplitude, Integrated instrument tuner, Metronome for practice, Hearing ability tests, Generate white/pink noise, Create tone sequences

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extra-Feature 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| No advertising | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to full version | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works every time!
- 🚀 Awesome application for generating tones and studying sound
- 👍 Very useful
- 👍 Genius
- 👍 Great app to make your tones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't go lower than 10hz
- 🔍 Ruined by ads
- 🔍 Way too many ads
- 🔍 Crashes before I can export even though I paid for the feature
- 🔍 Fake app. Buying the upgrade doesn't do anything. There is no support. You can't export like it says you can. It's a scam.

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't go lower than 10hz
- Crashes before I can export even though I paid for the feature
- Fake app. Buying the upgrade doesn't do anything. There is no support. You can't export like it says you can. It's a scam.
- app is modified
- No tone

**Requested features**

- Wish I had a manual  that explains a couple functions
- More precise way to select the frequency
- Playing of multiple tomes
- Manually enter a frequency
- More than one voice


### Frequency Sound Generator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-sound-generator-app/id1238160553)

Generate sound frequencies from 1Hz to 25,000Hz with a simple interface. Features include wave visualization, adjustable sensitivity, and multiple waveform options. Use it for hearing tests, pet training, or as a prank tool.

**Highlights:** Frequency range 1Hz to 25,000Hz, Wave visualization, Adjustable sensitivity, Multiple waveforms (Sine, Square, Sawtooth, Triangle), Custom frequency range, Logarithmic and Linear slider modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access Weekly Plan | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for tinnitus
- 🚀 Accurate frequency generation
- 🎉 Great for meditation and relaxation
- 💡 Useful for testing speaker systems
- 🔍 Ability to test hearing range

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Difficulty adjusting precise frequencies
- 🔊 Extremely high frequencies can be painful
- 🔋 Stops playing when screen is locked
- 📢 Excessive ads
- 🤔 Mosquito repellent feature not effective

**Reported bugs**

- Frequency slider is overly sensitive
- Displayed frequency doesn't match actual output
- Inconsistent behavior between 'Play' and 'Mode' buttons

**Requested features**

- Option to save favorite frequencies
- Ability to type in specific frequency values
- Background playback support
- Paid ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tone generator free?

Tone generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Frequency Sound Generator App free?

Frequency Sound Generator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tone generator or Frequency Sound Generator App?

Frequency Sound Generator App is rated higher. Tone generator averages 4.0 out of 5 from 155 ratings, while Frequency Sound Generator App averages 4.5 from 5.1K ratings.

### Do Tone generator or Frequency Sound Generator App have ads?

Both Tone generator and Frequency Sound Generator App show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tone generator or Frequency Sound Generator App?

Tone generator ships an update every 5 months, and Frequency Sound Generator App every 2 months. Most recently, Tone generator was updated on October 26, 2026 and Frequency Sound Generator App on October 26, 2026.

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