Comparison

SECTOR vs Dedalus

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

Head to head
About

SECTOR

This app allows musicians to slice and sequence audio loops using a probability-based matrix and a classic step sequencer. It offers time-bending effects for unique sound manipulation and real-time performance tweaking, bridging the gap between controlled patterns and random sonic exploration.

Highlights
  • Probability-matrix sample slice sequencer
  • Classic pattern step-sequencer
  • Time-warping transfer functions
  • Real-time performance tweaking
  • Import custom loops
  • Inter-App Audio and Audiobus support
  • MIDI Clock sync
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Proud winner of a 2015 Electronic Musician Editors’ Choice Award! Slice and sequence your loops with a matrix of markov-chain connections. Introduce order with the probability based coin-flipping pattern sequencer. Bend time with warp functions for glitches and modulations. Tweak and trigger in real time performance. Get anything between rigid control and random chaos. • Unique probability-matrix sample slice sequencer • Classic pattern step-sequencer for absolute control • Time-warping transfer functions for various effects • Includes high-quality loops by Richard Devine, Sonic Mayhem, Arovane, Alex Matheu and Sunsine Audio • Import custom loops from other apps, AudioShare, Pasteboard or using iTunes FileSharing • Stream audio to other apps via Inter-App Audio or Audiobus • Synchronize to Inter-App Audio hosts such as AUM, Auria or Garageband • MIDI Clock slave/master to sync with other apps or hardware • MIDI control for triggers, volume, start/stop, and loading projects • Supports Audiobus Remote triggers • Record and export the results as perfectly synchronized loops • Audiobus state saving "One of the most innovative and entertaining audio apps you’ll ever encounter" - David Biedny at MacLife.com "Engrossing, beautiful, wild and a fine addition to the iPad studio" - Computer Music Magazine "This is already, I think, a must-buy. Going to have fun playing with it. Enjoy!" - Peter Kirn at CreateDigitalMusic.com "It is utterly brilliant" - John Walden at MusicAppBlog.com

About

Dedalus

This app manipulates audio in real-time using a network of delay lines. It offers a wide range of effects, from ambient echoes to rhythmic pulsations and noise, with extensive processing options.

Highlights
  • Real-time audio mangling
  • Granulated and modulated delay lines
  • Filters, dynamic processors, and saturation
  • Audiobus and Inter-App Audio support
  • Built-in stereo sampler
  • LFO for parameter control
  • MIDI and network control
Features
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Dedalus Delay is a real time audio mangler. A network of delay lines is continually granulated and modulated, producing a labyrinth of echoes, which are further processed by filters, dynamic processors and saturation modules. Dedalus can produce a wide variety of effects, from reverb-like ambiences to evolving resonation, from rhythmic pulsation to chaotic layering, from subtle chorusing to pure noise. Main Features: - Audiobus and Inter-App Audio support (sender and FX) - Multiple delay lines with feedback and granulation - Signal saturation - Built In Stereo Sampler with varispeed - Control Manager LFO for Parameters - Midibus, Virtual Midi and Network: 14 bit NRPN controllers - File Manager, sharing common audio files via iTunes, Dropbox and AudioCopy - Snapshot Presets Morphing Pad - Post Fx Chain: Low-shelf Filter, High-shelf and Compressor

Screenshots

Dedalus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Dedalus at $5.99 against SECTOR's $8.99. SECTOR's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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

SECTOR costs $8.99 and Dedalus $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for SECTOR against 4.6 for Dedalus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 82 and 41 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of SECTOR's written reviews are positive against 85% of Dedalus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SECTOR ships an update every 3 months, Dedalus every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SECTOR versus Dedalus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSECTORDedalus
Price$8.99$5.99 — better
Rating4.7 (82 ratings) — better4.6 (41 ratings)
Positive reviews90.3% of reviews — better85.3% of reviews
Number of ratings82 — better41
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKymatica ABAmazing Noises

Customer experience

SECTOR

All ratings82 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews113 reviews
Positive90.3%
Neutral2.7%
Negative7.1%

Dedalus

All ratings41 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive85.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.7%

Bugs and requests

SECTOR

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Warp effects occasionally get stuck and repeat longer than intended
  • Audio clicks and clipping between slices
  • Does not appear as usable Audio Unit in AUM
  • Incompatibility with newer iPad display sizes and gestures
  • Occasional audio quality degradation with multiple jumps
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  • App may not be updated for current iOS versions

Requested features

15 requests
  • AUv3 plugin support for use in DAWs and AUM
  • macOS and desktop application version
  • MIDI slave/sync capability and MIDI control mapping
  • iPhone compatibility
  • Multiple instance support for layering
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  • Live audio input processing capability
  • Longer sample duration support (beyond 3 minutes)
  • Stereo panning controls for individual sectors
  • Mute/silence individual sectors
  • Ableton Link sync support
  • In-app level control distinct from volume
  • Smoother slice transitions without clicks
  • More diverse preset variety
  • Built-in effects processor per slice
  • Home gesture support for newer iPads

Dedalus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SECTOR

No in-app purchases

None

Dedalus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SECTOR free?
SECTOR costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dedalus free?
Dedalus costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SECTOR or Dedalus?
SECTOR is rated higher. SECTOR averages 4.7 out of 5 from 82 ratings, while Dedalus averages 4.6 from 41 ratings.
Do SECTOR or Dedalus have ads?
Neither SECTOR nor Dedalus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SECTOR or Dedalus?
SECTOR ships an update every 3 months, and Dedalus every 4 months. Most recently, SECTOR was updated on October 17, 2026 and Dedalus on October 14, 2026.

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