Comparison

Super Manetron vs Zen AutoPan

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

Head to head
About

Super Manetron

Experience the authentic sound of a 1970s tape sampling keyboard. This app captures the unique character of a vintage instrument, complete with motor and mechanical noises. Enjoy a realistic performance feel with no looped sounds and a variety of pre-loaded instruments.

Highlights
  • Authentic 70s tape sampling keyboard sound
  • Motor and mechanical noise simulation
  • Core MIDI compatibility
  • 8-second PCM full sampling per key
  • Scrollable and dual keyboard options
  • No looped sounds for real performance feel
  • Built-in spring reverb effect
Features
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”Big mistake not being able to turn off the background noise” "If one were to record this-heavy use of a noise gate would be needed!" - No,no, you can play with no motor sound. Do not turn on red switch when move to keyboard screen. "out of tune." - Yes, We know. But this is the real feeling of M400S serial number 761 manufactured in the '70s Super Manetron is the vintage tape sampling keyboard for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch. Genuine sound sampled from the most famous white body tape sampling keyboard model number of M400S (serial number 761) manufactured in the 70's. You can see an internal mechanism (tape running animation) and can enjoy with eyes and an ear. Feel the live experience the motor noise and inner mechanical sounds were recorded. Features: - Core MIDI compatible - 35Kyes of sampled sounds from the M400S serial number 761 manufactured in the 70's. - 8 sec PCM full sampling sounds each Key - Scrollable Keyboard & dual Keyboards with switchable key width - No loop sounds (real performance feeling) - Pre-loaded with 7 instruments including Flute, 3violins (Strings), Cello, Oboe, 8-voice Choir, Vibes, Brass - 7 instrument sounds can be set as the favorite position of A,B,C position on setting screen - A+B, B+C mix sounds position - The sound of motor and tape rewind mechanical noise - Tape running animation - Pitch control by accelerometer - Built-in Reverb that simulates spring reverb - Original sounds source are recorded by 96KHz/24 bits - Compiled under the supervision of Fumitaka Anzai (Famous vintage keyboard player & collector of Japan)

About

Zen AutoPan

This AUv3 stereo movement tool offers dynamic panning effects for music production and sound design. Sculpt your audio with multiple LFO shapes and an intuitive XY pad for real-time creative control. Seamlessly integrate with compatible DAWs on iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Multiple LFO Shapes
  • Intuitive XY Pad
  • Adjustable Stereo Width
  • AUv3 Compatibility
  • Optimized for iOS
  • 3D Visuals
Features
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FX Forms #002 - Zen AutoPan from Wild Surmise Music, second offering in the series of AUv3 FX plugins. Note: This needs a compatible DAW App such as Logic Pro, AUM, Cubasis, Garageband etc to use the AUv3 plugin. Zen AutoPan is not merely a tool, but an invitation to dance with the rhythm of the universe. Designed with the meticulous care of a Zen garden, this AUv3 app is a portal to experiencing the dynamic interplay of sound and silence. As Alan Watts might say, it allows you to "play" with your music, weaving the fabric of stereo panning effects into the tapestry of auditory experience. In the act of creating or enhancing sound, Zen AutoPan becomes a partner in the dance of existence, moving with the effortless grace of a leaf on a breeze. It's here, in the realm of music production and sound design, that Zen AutoPan offers a reflection of the universe's own symphony, inviting you to partake in the cosmic play of sound and silence, movement and stillness. Features: - Multiple LFO Shapes: Choose from sine, square, sawtooth, and random LFO shapes to sculpt your sound. - Intuitive XY Pad: Control the depth and speed of your stereo panning effects with an easy-to-use XY pad, allowing for real-time adjustments and creative expression. - Width Control: Adjust the stereo width to go from subtle spatial enhancements to full stereo sweeps, giving your tracks a larger-than-life presence. - Versatile Use: Ideal for music production, live performances, and sound design projects. - AUv3 Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with your favorite DAW or music production app, offering flexibility and ease of use. - Optimized for iOS: Crafted specifically for the iOS environment, Zen AutoPan ensures a stable, high-performance experience on your favorite devices. 3D Visuals leverage SceneKit and Metal Shaders providing good visual performance on iOS devices and can also be turned off in the info menu.

Screenshots

Super Manetron4 screens
Zen AutoPan1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Zen AutoPan at Free against Super Manetron's $0.99. Zen AutoPan also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 62%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). Super Manetron's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 13 months) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, 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

Zen AutoPan is free to download; Super Manetron costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zen AutoPan holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Super Manetron's written reviews are positive against 80% of Zen AutoPan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Super Manetron ships an update every 3 months, Zen AutoPan every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Super Manetron versus Zen AutoPan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper ManetronZen AutoPan
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (16 ratings)4.7 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.8% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerinsideout ltd.Tom Power

Customer experience

Super Manetron

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive61.8%
Neutral19.1%
Negative19.1%

Zen AutoPan

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Bugs and requests

Super Manetron

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • No audiobus implementation
  • No MIDI settings
  • App closes immediately upon launch
  • App crashes on iPhone 6s
  • Sound cuts out or becomes short during playback
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  • App is out of tune (9-10 cents sharp)
  • App closes on iPhone 6s title screen
  • Audiobus not recognized
  • Audiobus compatibility stopped working with iOS 8
  • Notes cut off when not intended
  • Keys keep moving while playing
  • Sound cuts out after a second on iPad 2
  • Brass sound becomes Oboe on iPad
  • Mechanical noise volume control does nothing
  • Background noise cannot be turned off

Requested features

29 requests
  • Audiobus implementation
  • MIDI settings
  • AUV3 support
  • Virtual MIDI
  • More instrument options
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  • MIDI programmable pitch/tone/volume knobs
  • More choir racks
  • Inter-app MIDI
  • Pitch wheel that doesn't snap back
  • Ability to set up with keyboard via MIDI
  • More sounds
  • Background audio support
  • Ability to import other libraries (wav, sf2)
  • Virtual MIDI support
  • MIDI Program Change implementation
  • Sustain pedal support
  • Fix scrolling effect
  • Hold lock on screen piano keyboard
  • Mix sounds options
  • Tape animation option
  • ADSR feature
  • New tapes
  • Fine-tuning feature
  • Add old rhythms and grooves
  • Add more tape samples
  • Add MKII brass and guitar sounds
  • Allow pitch to be adjustable and stay
  • Fix brass sound becoming oboe on iPad
  • Add more frames

Zen AutoPan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Super Manetron

No in-app purchases

None

Zen AutoPan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Super Manetron free?
Super Manetron costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zen AutoPan free?
Zen AutoPan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Super Manetron or Zen AutoPan?
Zen AutoPan is rated higher. Super Manetron averages 4.4 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Zen AutoPan averages 4.7 from 15 ratings.
Do Super Manetron or Zen AutoPan have ads?
Neither Super Manetron nor Zen AutoPan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Super Manetron or Zen AutoPan?
Super Manetron ships an update every 3 months, and Zen AutoPan every 13 months. Most recently, Super Manetron was updated on November 1, 2026 and Zen AutoPan on October 21, 2026.

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