# DigiTech Stomp Shop vs AmpStamp

The clearest difference is rating: AmpStamp at 4.4 against DigiTech Stomp Shop's 3.1. AmpStamp also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 45%). DigiTech Stomp Shop's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DigiTech Stomp Shop sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and AmpStamp sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AmpStamp holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 70 and 32 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of DigiTech Stomp Shop's written reviews are positive against 55% of AmpStamp's.

DigiTech Stomp Shop ships an update every 5 weeks, AmpStamp every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DigiTech Stomp Shop | AmpStamp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (70 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digitech-stomp-shop/id481957668/reviews) | **[4.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ampstamp/id1065273964/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **70** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | **54.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 496 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Harman Professional, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/410104207) | [The Musicology Group, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1061725506) |

## What reviewers say

### DigiTech Stomp Shop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digitech-stomp-shop/id481957668)

This app allows guitar and bass players to transform a compatible stompbox into a wide variety of digital effects. Users can browse, demo, and load over 40 different e-pedals, customizing their sound and even their LED light color. It provides a convenient way to explore new sounds without visiting a store.

**Highlights:** Browse and demo over 40 e-pedals, Load new sounds onto iStomp, Manage downloaded e-pedals, Customize LED light color, Listen to audio demos, Learn pedal history and artist associations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DigiTech Vintage Tape Delay | Free | one-time |
| Screamer Overdrive | Free | one-time |
| Lexicon® Large Hall Reverb | Free | one-time |
| Unplugged | Free | one-time |
| Freeze Wah | Free | one-time |
| Angelic Choir | Free | one-time |
| Vashing Point Delay | Free | one-time |
| Swing Shift | Free | one-time |
| Red Coral Dual Detune | Free | one-time |
| Dirty Robot | Free | one-time |
| DigiTech Xul End of the World Fuzz | Free | one-time |
| Magic Fingers Vibrato | Free | one-time |
| Fuzzy | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎸 High-quality effect emulations and sound
- 💡 Innovative concept of downloadable pedals
- 💰 Affordable pedals at $0.99 each
- 🎯 Easy-to-use app interface
- 🔧 Flexible pedal customization and variety

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Massive loss of pedal library (from 47 to 13 pedals)
- 💔 Paid pedals becoming unavailable
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔌 Requires proprietary Apple 30-pin to Lightning adapter
- ⚠️ Server-side errors causing permanent pedal loss

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when loading pedals
- iStomp not recognized/connection errors
- Pedals disappearing from library after updates
- No audio playback on iPad 2 and iPad Air
- iOS 6+ compatibility issues

**Requested features**

- Restore all 47 pedals to the library
- New pedal releases and regular updates
- Amp models in addition to effects
- Wireless connectivity (Bluetooth)
- Computer/desktop app for pedal management


### AmpStamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ampstamp/id1065273964)

This app recreates vintage guitar tones with models of classic amps, effects, and cabinets. Customize your sound, save presets, and use MIDI controllers for hands-free operation. Expand your sonic palette with individual purchases or an all-access subscription.

**Highlights:** Vintage amplifier modeling, Classic effects and cabinet simulations, Customizable sound presets, MIDI controller support, In-app Gear Shop, All-access subscription option

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AmpStamp | $4.99 | per month |
| AmpStamp | $49.99 | per year |
| WH100 Wah | Free | one-time |
| OD101 Overdrive | $1.99 | one-time |
| EQ100 Treble Boost | $1.99 | one-time |
| CH102 Chorus | $1.99 | one-time |
| EQ106 Six Band Equalizer | $1.99 | one-time |
| FZ102 Fuzz | $1.99 | one-time |
| DS101A Distortion | $2.99 | one-time |
| VG402C Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG205E Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG402B Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| EC101C Echo | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG302E Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG207A Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| AMB400 Plate Reverb | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG 2X12C 30W '67 Cabinet | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG 2X12C 100W '68 Cabinet | $4.99 | one-time |
| VG 2X12PB 100W '66 Cabinet | $4.99 | one-time |
| VG802C Amplifier | $4.99 | one-time |
| VG408D Amplifier | $4.99 | one-time |
| AmpStamp | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DigiTech Stomp Shop free?

DigiTech Stomp Shop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AmpStamp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DigiTech Stomp Shop or AmpStamp?

AmpStamp is rated higher. DigiTech Stomp Shop averages 3.1 out of 5 from 70 ratings, while AmpStamp averages 4.4 from 32 ratings.

### Do DigiTech Stomp Shop or AmpStamp have ads?

Neither DigiTech Stomp Shop nor AmpStamp shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DigiTech Stomp Shop or AmpStamp?

DigiTech Stomp Shop ships an update every 5 weeks, and AmpStamp every 2 months. Most recently, DigiTech Stomp Shop was updated on October 13, 2026 and AmpStamp on October 13, 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.*