# Cubasis 2 vs SynthMaster 2

The clearest difference is rating: SynthMaster 2 at 4.8 against Cubasis 2's 3.9. SynthMaster 2 also leads on price ($14.99 vs $23.99) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Cubasis 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15). On ratings volume, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Cubasis 2 costs $23.99 and SynthMaster 2 $14.99 up front. Cubasis 2 sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and SynthMaster 2 sells 32 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SynthMaster 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 239 and 451 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Cubasis 2's written reviews are positive against 68% of SynthMaster 2's.

Cubasis 2 ships an update every 3 months, SynthMaster 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cubasis 2 | SynthMaster 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $23.99 | **$14.99** |
| Rating | [3.9 (239 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubasis-2/id583976519/reviews) | **[4.8 (451 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 239 | **451** |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | **68.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.1 GB | 918 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15 |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316698251) | [KV331 Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/944155925) |

## What reviewers say

### Cubasis 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubasis-2/id583976519)

This mobile music creation system allows users to record, edit, mix, and share their music. It offers real-time time-stretching, pitch-shifting, a studio-grade channel strip, and a variety of instruments and effects to enhance musical projects.

**Highlights:** Unlimited audio and MIDI tracks, Real-time time-stretching and pitch-shifting, Virtual analog synthesizer and sampler, Studio-grade channel strip with effects, MIDI Editor with CC support, Export to Cubase and cloud services

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Micrologue ARP | $4.99 | one-time |
| Waves Tune Real-Time | $4.99 | one-time |
| FX Pack 1: Reverbs & Delays | $6.99 | one-time |
| FX Pack 2: Vintage FX | $6.99 | one-time |
| Classic Machines | $6.99 | one-time |
| Waves AudioTrack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Waves L1 Ultramaximizer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Waves Q10 Equalizer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Waves Plug-in Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent DAW for iOS
- 🎨 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🔌 Seamless integration with other apps
- 🔊 High-quality built-in sounds and effects
- 🔍 Powerful MIDI editing capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 No upgrade path from previous versions
- 💰 Expensive for an iOS app
- 🕰️ Lack of tempo and time signature changes
- 🔇 Limited audio routing and sidechain options
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when loading certain third-party plugins
- MIDI sync issues with external hardware
- Waveform display glitches when zooming
- Incompatibility with older iPad models

**Requested features**

- MIDI control mapping for external controllers
- Tempo and time signature automation
- Improved audio editing tools
- More built-in instruments and sound libraries
- Seamless Cubase project integration


### SynthMaster 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584)

This powerful software synthesizer offers a vast array of sound design capabilities, including multiple oscillator modes, extensive modulation options, and a wide selection of filters. Explore over 1000 factory presets or create your own unique sounds. Available as a standalone app or AUv3 plugin.

**Highlights:** Multiple oscillator modes (Basic, Additive, Wavetable, Vector), Extensive modulation architecture, 6 filter categories, Import custom wave files, 1000+ factory presets, Standalone app and AUv3 plugin

**In-app purchases (32)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BigTone Tableworks Vol.2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Burak Yeter Synth Sounds Vol1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Aiyn Zahev Expansion 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Tableworks Vol.1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Michael Kastrup Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| EDM Stars Volume 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nori Ubukata Pop Hits Vol.4 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Rob Lee EDM Expansion Vol.2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Alonso Sound Future Rave | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nori Ubukata Pop Hits Vol.1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Techno Bits Vol.1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Club Sequences Vol.1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dawn of Electronic Music Vol.2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Nori Ubukata Art Rock Basics | $2.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Analog Basics 02 | $4.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Analog Basics | $4.99 | one-time |
| BigTone Signature Sounds Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NU Sounds of the World | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Historical Synth Giants Vol.2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Japan Vintage | $4.99 | one-time |
| NatLife Future Bass Sounds | $4.99 | one-time |
| Danyella EDM Expansion Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dawn of Electronic Music Vol.1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dawn of Electronic Music Vol.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rob Lee EDM Expansion Vol.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Natlife Disco Funk | $4.99 | one-time |
| Insigne Essentials 4 Clubbin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Desktop Presets Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Expansions Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best synth on iPad
- 👍 Delicious sound
- 👍 Tremendously powerful synth
- 👍 Great synth with complex possibilities and great sound(s)
- 👍 Perfeito

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Auswahl der Modulationsquellen funktioniert nicht richtig
- 🐛 Echt schlecht
- 🐛 Broken Preset System for a powerful synth
- 🐛 Please fix the OSC behavior on Square and Saw
- 🐛 Preset issues

**Reported bugs**

- Presets not loading correctly
- Modulation not working after loading project
- Skin resets to default
- App crashes frequently

**Requested features**

- Pitch bend/glide for imported samples
- Integration with AUM audio mixer


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cubasis 2 free?

Cubasis 2 costs $23.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is SynthMaster 2 free?

SynthMaster 2 costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Cubasis 2 or SynthMaster 2?

SynthMaster 2 is rated higher. Cubasis 2 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 239 ratings, while SynthMaster 2 averages 4.8 from 451 ratings.

### Do Cubasis 2 or SynthMaster 2 have ads?

SynthMaster 2 shows ads; Cubasis 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cubasis 2 or SynthMaster 2?

Cubasis 2 ships an update every 3 months, and SynthMaster 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cubasis 2 was updated on October 11, 2026 and SynthMaster 2 on October 14, 2026.

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