Comparison

Mix Buddy vs AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

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

Head to head
About

Mix Buddy

Enhance your audio mixing abilities by learning instrument frequencies and EQ techniques. Access video tutorials and store your personal EQ settings and mix tips for easy recall during study or in the studio.

Highlights
  • Learn instrument EQ blueprints
  • Improve EQ skills
  • Watch pro audio tutorials
  • Store custom EQ settings
  • Save mix tips
  • Find note names and frequencies
Features
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LEARN IMPORTANT FREQUENCIES TO MAKE A BETTER SOUNDING MIX! Learn frequency characteristics of many instruments and improve your EQ skills. WATCH GREAT VIDEO TUTORIALS! Watch videos on pro audio and mix technologies. STORE YOUR OWN EQ BLUEPRINTS AND MIX TIPS Whether you are a student or experienced mix engineer, you can now save your own EQ and mix tips and easily recall them whenever you need them. MANY USES Mix Buddy can be used during study, in the studio for storing your favorite EQ adjustments or for live sound to recall EQ settings for a band’s instruments or to save venue information like resonance frequencies. FEATURES • Learn and browse EQ Blueprints (frequency characteristics) of many instruments • Learn how to change the sound of many instruments in your mix • Store custom instruments and store your own EQ info and mix tips • Read tips on improving your mix • Watch video tutorials on pro audio and mix technology • Find Note names, midi note numbers and frequencies Mix Buddy works on any iPhone or iPad running iOS 9 or higher. If you like Mix Buddy please support development by rating it in the App Store.

About

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

This free synthesizer app offers pro-quality analog sounds for creating pads, basses, keys, and leads. It features over 400 presets, a step sequencer, arpeggiators, and real-time FX control, making it suitable for beginners and pros alike. Enhanced accessibility features are included for visually impaired musicians.

Highlights
  • Over 400 presets
  • Step sequencer and arpeggiators
  • Real-time FX control
  • MIDI keyboard support
  • Accessibility features
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • Cross-platform preset sync
Features
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SYNTH ONE J6 (Inspired by Juno-6 & Jupiter series*) Trusted by over 250,000 iPhone & iPad musicians, Synth One J6 is now on Mac too! Pro Quality. Actually Cool. And Yes, Totally Free. Synth One J6 delivers lush pads, deep basses, classic keys, and vibrant leads that feel truly alive. No ads. No subscriptions. No in-app purchases (unless you want to leave a tip). CREATED BY VOLUNTEERS Musicians, Educators, and Sound Designers over 4 years. Synth One J6 is used in Schools and Higher Education institutions across the world. Just pure, expressive sound designed for creators of every level. EASY TO USE The interface is intuitive and welcoming. Each function has a dedicated slider or knob. Simple for beginners and deep enough for pros. • WORLD WIDE: Synth One J6 is available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese (Brazil), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Polish, Turkish, Czech, Korean, Hungarian. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT? Major accessibility improvements and Voice Over have been added throughout the app to make Synth One J6 a much more enjoyable instrument for blind and visually impaired musicians. LEARN THE EXCITING STORY: audiokitpro.com/synthonej6 Inspired by legendary synths like the Juno, Jupiter, and DeepMind series. It's not a clone. It's a new classic: built from the ground up with a custom, non-vibe coded sound engine. You’ll hear the warmth, the punch, the vibe. INSTANT INSPIRATION With over 400+ presets, a classic step sequencer, dual arpeggiators, analog-style filters, tape delay, reverb, chorus, 3 LFOs, and real-time FX control, your creativity will never hit a wall. FEATURES: ∙ 400+ Presets and Features Included, ∙ Pro Version Included, Nothing to Buy! ∙ Microtonality and World Scales ∙ Accessibility and Voice over for the Blind and Hearing Impaired ∙ Lush, Expressive Vintage Synthesizer Sound ∙ FX: Glorious Reverb, Analog Tape Delay, Chorus, Crush, and more. ∙ 3 LFOs, over 60+ possible destinations, almost everything can be modulated! LFOs can even modify other LFOs ∙ Control it with a MIDI Keyboard, MIDI Learn to map your controls to the app ∙ Classic Arpeggiator & Vintage-style Step Sequencer, with extra features ∙ Dual Assignable Touch Pads, manipulate FX in real time! ∙ Preset Sync between iPhone, iPad & Mac! Create a sound on one device and continue working with it on another. ∙ Created by volunteers to support music education and access for all PLUGIN ON iOS and MAC: ∙ iOS: Works as a Plug-in Instrument in GarageBand and Logic for iPad, AUM, Cubasis, and MORE! ∙ Mac: Tested in Ableton, GarageBand, Logic, and more! WORKS BY ITSELF ∙ “RECORD” button: Easily record your synth and sound fx, then export WAV files. No other apps needed! MADE FOR MUSIC. MADE FOR EVERYONE. Music should be for everyone. That is why Synth One J6 is truly free. No fees. Please help us share it. Tell a teacher. Tell a student. Tell anyone who’s dreamed of experiencing a vintage synthesizer but lacked the opportunity. Because music belongs to everyone. * LEGAL NOTICES This app has no affiliation or endorsement from Roland Corporation. It is not a clone of the Juno-6, Juno-60, Juno-106, Jupiter-8, or any other synthesizer. While we were inspired by the sound and legacy of these iconic instruments, this is an original creation, built from the ground up. All product names, trademarks, and images mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used only to describe the inspiration behind this app and for purposes of reference. Their inclusion does not imply any association, affiliation, or endorsement. This project is free and was created solely to promote music creation and education. We sincerely respect the incredible work of Roland and other manufacturers in shaping music history.

Screenshots

Mix Buddy4 screens
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 at Free against Mix Buddy's $1.99. AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 29). Mix Buddy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On rating, review sentiment, ads 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

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 is free to download; Mix Buddy costs $1.99 up front. AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Mix Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Mix Buddy against 4.9 for AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 has 2.5K ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of Mix Buddy's written reviews are positive against 94% of AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mix Buddy ships an update every 6 months, AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Mix Buddy versus AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMix BuddyAudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (29 ratings)4.9 (2.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews91.9% of reviews94.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings292.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size181 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRob SwartAudioKit Pro

Customer experience

Mix Buddy

All ratings29 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.4%

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

All ratings2,510 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.6%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews168 reviews
Positive94.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative4.2%

In-app purchases

None

Mix Buddy

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3

One-time5
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$2.99
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$4.99
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$9.99
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  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$14.99
  • Thanks, Awesome Supporter!$19.99

Questions

Is Mix Buddy free?
Mix Buddy costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 free?
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mix Buddy or AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3?
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 is rated higher. Mix Buddy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 averages 4.9 from 2.5K ratings.
Do Mix Buddy or AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 have ads?
Neither Mix Buddy nor AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mix Buddy or AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3?
Mix Buddy ships an update every 6 months, and AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 every 11 days. Most recently, Mix Buddy was updated on November 6, 2026 and AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 on November 11, 2026.

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