# EarWizard vs XinematiX

The clearest difference is rating: XinematiX at 4.6 against EarWizard's 3.4. XinematiX also leads on ratings volume (295 vs 20) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). EarWizard's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 12.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EarWizard sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and XinematiX sells 28 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

XinematiX holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XinematiX has 295 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 53% and 54% positive.

EarWizard ships an update every 6 weeks, XinematiX fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EarWizard | XinematiX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earwizard/id599466971/reviews) | **[4.6 (295 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xinematix/id1665580312/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **295** |
| Positive reviews | 53.5% of reviews | **53.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 173 MB | 598 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wizdom Music LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/377345351) | [Harry Gohs](https://appshunter.io/developer/382428644) |

## What reviewers say

### EarWizard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earwizard/id599466971)

This app trains your ear and improves memory by having you repeat chord sequences that increase in length. As you progress, visual cues fade, forcing reliance on auditory memory. It offers multiple difficulty levels and modes for musicians of all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Chord sequence repetition, Progressive difficulty levels, Visual cues fade with skill, Multiple musical modes, Endless play mode, Speed control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EarWizard instruments pack #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all content | $1.99 | one-time |


### XinematiX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xinematix/id1665580312)

This app provides a vast library of premium sounds for iOS, developed with meticulous recording and programming. It offers unlimited creative possibilities with a high-quality sound engine, advanced features like round robin triggering, and extensive customization options for professional music production.

**Highlights:** 25 GB premium sounds, Round Robin sample triggering, Multi-program stacking, Customizable envelopes, filters, and reverb, Live Mode for performance, Standalone & AUv3 support, MIDI Learn functionality

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trombones & Trumpets | $4.99 | one-time |
| XinematiX Choir | $4.99 | one-time |
| XinematiX Pads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Airy Crystal | $6.99 | one-time |
| Brass Sections | $6.99 | one-time |
| Bells & Tube | $6.99 | one-time |
| Class Orchestra | $6.99 | one-time |
| Epic Orchestra | $6.99 | one-time |
| Vocal & Choir | $6.99 | one-time |
| Woodwinds | $6.99 | one-time |
| Analogue Motion | $6.99 | one-time |
| Airy Pads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Church Organ | $9.99 | one-time |
| Choir Strings & More | $9.99 | one-time |
| Dynamite Pianos | $9.99 | one-time |
| Guitar Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Guzheng & Santoor | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lydian Pads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Flying FX | $9.99 | one-time |
| Full Orchestra | $12.99 | one-time |
| Marcato Strings | $12.99 | one-time |
| Starter Set | $12.99 | one-time |
| Chamber Strings | $14.99 | one-time |
| Orchestral Strings | $14.99 | one-time |
| Phrase Choir | $14.99 | one-time |
| XinematiX Strings | $14.99 | one-time |
| Concert Grand Piano | $14.99 | one-time |
| Complete access pass | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fantastic sound quality
- 💰 Great value for money
- 🎨 Powerful sound design capabilities
- 🎹 Versatile and expressive instruments
- 🔍 Impressive sample library

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🤔 Confusing user interface
- 💸 Expensive individual sound packs
- 🔇 Lack of free sound samples
- 🔌 Compatibility problems on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Purchased sound packs not loading or available
- Morphing and blending features not functioning as expected
- Inconsistent behavior across different iOS versions
- Reverb and effects not working correctly

**Requested features**

- Ability to preview sound packs before purchase
- Improved sound organization and management
- More customization options for the user interface
- MIDI learn and automation support
- Ability to import user samples


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EarWizard free?

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

### Is XinematiX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, EarWizard or XinematiX?

XinematiX is rated higher. EarWizard averages 3.4 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while XinematiX averages 4.6 from 295 ratings.

### Do EarWizard or XinematiX have ads?

Neither EarWizard nor XinematiX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EarWizard or XinematiX?

EarWizard ships an update every 6 weeks, and XinematiX fortnightly. Most recently, EarWizard was updated on October 16, 2026 and XinematiX on October 15, 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.*