# Tone generator vs Frequency Generator

The clearest difference is rating: Frequency Generator at 5.0 against Tone generator's 4.0. Frequency Generator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). Tone generator's advantage is ratings volume (152 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tone generator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Frequency Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Frequency Generator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tone generator has 152 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tone generator ships an update every 5 months, Frequency Generator every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tone generator | Frequency Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tone-generator/id457003837/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-generator-waves/id6762630692/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **152** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 67.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 27 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [michael heinz](https://appshunter.io/developer/292745639) | [Dejan Atanasov](https://appshunter.io/developer/898725969) |

## 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 Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-generator-waves/id6762630692)

This app generates pure tones and binaural beats for focus, relaxation, or sleep. It also functions as a real-time sound analyzer, identifying musical notes and visualizing sound levels. Save and reuse your favorite settings with a clean, intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Generate pure tones (1 Hz - 20,000 Hz), Create custom binaural beats, Real-time sound frequency detection, Identify musical notes, Visualize sound levels, Save and reuse presets

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tone generator free?

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

### Is Frequency Generator free?

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

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

Frequency Generator is rated higher. Tone generator averages 4.0 out of 5 from 152 ratings, while Frequency Generator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Tone generator shows ads; Frequency Generator does not.

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

Tone generator ships an update every 5 months, and Frequency Generator every 6 days. Most recently, Tone generator was updated on September 28, 2026 and Frequency Generator on September 16, 2026.

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