# The Tuning Fork lite vs MultiTone Generator

The clearest difference is rating: MultiTone Generator at 4.6 against The Tuning Fork lite's 1.0. MultiTone Generator also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 40%) and ads (none vs shown). The Tuning Fork lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.5). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MultiTone Generator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. The Tuning Fork lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

MultiTone Generator holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MultiTone Generator has 355 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of The Tuning Fork lite's written reviews are positive against 80% of MultiTone Generator's.

The Tuning Fork lite ships an update every 14 months, MultiTone Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 22, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Tuning Fork lite | MultiTone Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-tuning-fork-lite/id465934066/reviews) | **[4.6 (355 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitone-generator/id1161245288/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **355** |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TiAu Engineering UG haftungsbeschraenkt](https://appshunter.io/developer/384087141) | [Thomas Gruber](https://appshunter.io/developer/342699861) |

## What reviewers say

### The Tuning Fork lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-tuning-fork-lite/id465934066)

This app simulates a classical tuning fork, allowing you to generate adjustable tones. It features realistic sound effects and can be activated by touch or device movement. Optimized for iPhone, iPod, and iPad.

**Highlights:** Adjustable frequency, Realistic fade-in/out, Motion-activated sound, Tap-activated sound, Headphone/speaker compatible

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### MultiTone Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitone-generator/id1161245288)

Generate a wide range of audio test tones, including sine, rectangular, triangular, and sawtooth waves. Explore frequency sweeps, noise generation, and customizable settings. Upgrade for advanced features like creating multiple tone combinations and extended frequency ranges.

**Highlights:** Generate sine, rectangular, triangular, and sawtooth waves, Play frequency sweep test tones, Sweep repeat/wobble function, Play white and pink noise, Customizable frequency and sweep time ranges, Create up to 16 tone combinations (PRO)

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MultiTone PRO for one month | $1.49 | per month |
| MultiTone PRO+ for one month | $2.99 | per month |
| MultiTone PRO for one year | $7.99 | per year |
| MultiTone PRO+ for one year | $14.99 | per year |
| MultiTone PRO Lifetime Access | $9.99 | one-time |
| MultiTone PRO+ Lifetime Access | $9.99 | one-time |
| MultiTone PRO+ Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Sleek UI update
- 🔊 Tinnitus simulation accuracy
- 💡 Useful for frequency healing
- 🎶 Aids musical tuning understanding
- 💯 Great value for price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📱 iPhone frequency title readability
- 💰 Features moved to paid tier
- 💸 Deceptive update practices
- 🔊 Left/right speaker switch malfunction
- 🔋 Battery drain when in background

**Reported bugs**

- Left and right speaker switches do not work
- App drains battery when in background
- Amplitude difficult to adjust on iPhones
- High battery consumption after iOS 11 upgrade

**Requested features**

- Custom frequency names (bold)
- Reorder frequency list
- Display saved preset names at top
- Sweeping duration less than 0.1s
- Create and save multiple tracks


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Tuning Fork lite free?

The Tuning Fork lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MultiTone Generator free?

MultiTone Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Tuning Fork lite or MultiTone Generator?

MultiTone Generator is rated higher. The Tuning Fork lite averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while MultiTone Generator averages 4.6 from 355 ratings.

### Do The Tuning Fork lite or MultiTone Generator have ads?

The Tuning Fork lite shows ads; MultiTone Generator does not.

### Which is updated more often, The Tuning Fork lite or MultiTone Generator?

The Tuning Fork lite ships an update every 14 months, and MultiTone Generator monthly. Most recently, The Tuning Fork lite was updated on August 22, 2026 and MultiTone Generator on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*