# TC vs Augmatic GRE

The clearest difference is price: Augmatic GRE at $9.99 against TC's $24.99. Augmatic GRE also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and device support (4 vs 2). TC's advantage is ratings volume (68 vs 8). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

TC costs $24.99 and Augmatic GRE $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for TC against 4.9 for Augmatic GRE. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TC has 68 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of TC's written reviews are positive against 83% of Augmatic GRE's.

TC ships an update every 5 weeks, Augmatic GRE every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TC | Augmatic GRE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $24.99 | **$9.99** |
| Rating | [4.8 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tc-11/id488577050/reviews) | **[4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/augmatic-gre/id6759214507/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **68** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **87.8% of reviews** | 83.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 53 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bit Shape](https://appshunter.io/developer/397853985) | [ARTUR ANTONI NOWAK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877467633) |

## What reviewers say

### TC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tc-11/id488577050)

This app is a fully programmable multi-touch synthesizer for iPad. Create unique sounds using touch gestures, device motion, and a variety of on-board modules. Explore a vast sonic landscape with extensive customization options.

**Highlights:** 185 built-in presets, Unlimited user patches, Multi-touch and device motion control, 23 modular synthesis objects, Built-in recording and AudioCopy, Audiobus support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Innovative touch-screen interface design
- 🎵 Exceptional sound quality and synthesis engine
- 🎹 Unique iPad-optimized instrument approach
- 🎚️ Highly customizable and deep sound design capabilities
- 🎭 Expressive performance control with multitouch gestures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes on opening and during use
- ⚠️ Stability issues with recent updates
- 🎹 Difficult learning curve for beginners
- 🔌 No MIDI support or DAW integration
- 🎼 Limited ability to play precise melodies

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes upon opening after recent updates
- Black screen crashes when launching
- Crashes when adding patches to folders
- Crashes within Audiobus after 13.1 update
- AudioCopy button crashes on iPad 3

**Requested features**

- MIDI support and DAW synchronization
- Ability to record and playback motion gestures
- Sample import and granular synthesis capabilities
- Microtonal tuning support (Scala files)
- Note hold function per surface


### Augmatic GRE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/augmatic-gre/id6759214507)

Generate complex and evolving drum patterns using algorithmic and Euclidean engines. This app creates MIDI notes that require a separate sound source to produce audio, offering deep control over rhythm and dynamics.

**Highlights:** Algorithmic and Euclidean rhythm generation, Morphable Grids Engine for evolving beats, Blend control between pattern types, Linear drumming for articulate patterns, Velocity bender for expressive dynamics, Groove tools for swing and timing

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TC free?

TC costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Augmatic GRE free?

Augmatic GRE costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TC or Augmatic GRE?

Augmatic GRE is rated higher. TC averages 4.8 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while Augmatic GRE averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.

### Do TC or Augmatic GRE have ads?

Neither TC nor Augmatic GRE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TC or Augmatic GRE?

TC ships an update every 5 weeks, and Augmatic GRE every 2 weeks. Most recently, TC was updated on October 29, 2026 and Augmatic GRE on October 28, 2026.

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