Comparison

Soundbeam vs Scope AUv3 Visualizer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Soundbeam

Visualize sound in real-time with this audio analyzer. It displays sound as a classic oscilloscope and offers spectral visualization using Fourier transform. Connect instruments or use the built-in mic to explore audio frequencies and intensity.

Highlights
  • Spectrum and waveform views
  • Real-time audio analysis
  • High-resolution Fourier transform
  • Recording functionality
  • Gesture controls for adjustments
  • Connect external audio devices
Features
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Soundbeam helps you see what everyday sounds look like and visualizes sounds you can't even hear! Plug in your electric guitar, a mic or any other (hi-Z) device to your mini-jack input and get accurate measurements. You can always use the built-in mic. We paired stylish controls and an old-school interface with high precision signal processing algorithms, creating a new way to experience sound. Soundbeam is an real-time audio analyzer (RTA) that processes the input of your microphone displaying it like a classic oscilloscope. It also features a spectral visualization of the audio using high resolution fourier transform (FFT) for accurate measurements. Get a dose of nostalgia with Soundbeam now! Key Features: * Spectrum and waveform views * Recording functionality * Gesture support for frequency range and intensity levels adjustment * Visualization controls * ...and one more thing! Plug in your headset or guitar and watch what happens! Controls: * While in "spectrum mode", pinch the monitor vertically or horizontally to change frequency range and intensity levels respectively. You can also pan the soundwave with one finger. * In "waveform mode" pinch the screen vertically to adjust intensity levels. * Double tap on the screen to reset view. * Tap & slide the intensity knob horizontally to adjust it.

About

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

This app provides professional audio visualization with classic oscilloscope effects. It transforms audio into stunning visual displays using GPU-accelerated graphics, offering multiple modes and color schemes. Ideal for live performances, sound design, and audio monitoring.

Highlights
  • Classic phosphor glow effects
  • Linear, circular, and Flurry visualization modes
  • Multiple color schemes
  • Audio-reactive particle dynamics
  • Intuitive touch interface
  • Smooth 60fps+ performance
Currently charting
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Get professional audio visualization with your AUv3 host or the standalone app. Scope transforms your audio into stunning visual displays using GPU-accelerated graphics with classic phosphor glow effects reminiscent of vintage CRT oscilloscopes and more. Featuring Scope Linear, Scope Circular, Flurry particle, Spectrum, Spectrogram, Spectrum Equalizer, 3D Spectrum, Semaphore, Sliding Scope, Loudness and Polar Level visualization modes with single and multi-channel split view, plus an Overlap option that draws both channels on one canvas in Scope Linear. Multiple color schemes (including classic phosphor green, vibrant 80s Red and Rainbow) with smooth transitions. Flurry mode renders mesmerizing smoke-textured particles with audio-reactive dynamics, inspired by the classic screensaver. Loudness is an ITU-R BS.1770 / EBU R128 meter with integrated, short-term and momentary loudness, true peak per channel, loudness range and a three-minute history against streaming, podcast and broadcast targets. Polar Level is a stereo vectorscope that plots pan position against level in dB, shows out-of-phase content in red and includes a correlation meter. All visualization modes are fully automatable parameters in your DAW. Optimized for HiDPI Retina displays with dynamic line width scaling, Scope delivers smooth 60fps+ performance for live performances, creative sound design and professional audio monitoring. Whether you are analyzing dynamics during mixing, assisting with sound synthesis or adding visual interest to your sessions, Scope provides the precision and aesthetic flexibility you need. Place it anywhere in your signal chain to visualize audio at any point, though it is typically used last to analyze the cumulative effects of your processing chain.

Screenshots

Soundbeam4 screens
Scope AUv3 Visualizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Scope AUv3 Visualizer at every 9 days against Soundbeam's every 9 months. Scope AUv3 Visualizer also leads on chart position (#96 vs unranked). Soundbeam's advantage is review sentiment (89% vs 67%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Soundbeam costs $0.99 and Scope AUv3 Visualizer $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Soundbeam holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 74 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Soundbeam's written reviews are positive against 67% of Scope AUv3 Visualizer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Soundbeam ships an update every 9 months, Scope AUv3 Visualizer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Soundbeam versus Scope AUv3 Visualizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoundbeamScope AUv3 Visualizer
Price$0.99 — better$3.99
Rating4.5 (74 ratings) — better4.2 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews88.6% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings74 — better21
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#96 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPZ Mobile LimitedDiscoDSP LLC

Customer experience

Soundbeam

All ratings74 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews140 reviews
Positive88.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative8.6%

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

All ratings21 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative28.6%

Bugs and requests

Soundbeam

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes on iPhone 5 with no waveform display
  • Waveform display not appearing despite controls working
  • Quarter-second latency between audio and display
  • Moving waveform displayed even when music is paused
  • iPhone reset during app usage
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  • Orientation rotation not intuitive (tap top-left corner undocumented)

Requested features

14 requests
  • Longer recording capability (with IAP option)
  • Horizontal zoom in waveform mode with time scale display
  • X/Y function for advanced analysis
  • Timebase adjustment controls
  • Trigger functionality
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  • iPad-specific universal app version
  • Absolute SPL (Sound Pressure Level) measurement
  • dB level display in waveform mode
  • Black background option for cleaner display
  • Support for internal audio playback monitoring
  • Music library integration as visualizer
  • Lower frequency range support (down to 10-20Hz)
  • Record and compare feature for sound matching
  • Adjustable scan rate for slow sampling

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Soundbeam

No in-app purchases

None

Scope AUv3 Visualizer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Soundbeam free?
Soundbeam costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scope AUv3 Visualizer free?
Scope AUv3 Visualizer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Soundbeam or Scope AUv3 Visualizer?
Soundbeam is rated higher. Soundbeam averages 4.5 out of 5 from 74 ratings, while Scope AUv3 Visualizer averages 4.2 from 21 ratings.
Do Soundbeam or Scope AUv3 Visualizer have ads?
Neither Soundbeam nor Scope AUv3 Visualizer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Soundbeam or Scope AUv3 Visualizer?
Soundbeam ships an update every 9 months, and Scope AUv3 Visualizer every 9 days. Most recently, Soundbeam was updated on October 16, 2026 and Scope AUv3 Visualizer on October 18, 2026.

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