Comparison

Electrorchestra vs Reel Recorder

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

Head to head
About

Electrorchestra

This virtual string machine emulates classic 1970s keyboards, offering multiple string registers, a bass section, and classic effects like vibrato, chorus, and phaser. It's designed for use within AUv3 compatible hosts on iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Classic string machine emulation
  • 3 string registers + bass
  • Attack-release envelope generator
  • Vibrato effect
  • Chorus/flanger effect
  • 4-stage phaser effect
  • AUv3 compatible
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GSi Electrorchestra for iPad is the portable version of the very same Virtual String Machine of the GSi Gemini. A simulation of a classic string machine is one of the 15 synth engines of the GSi Gemini. This particular instrument is not a reproduction of a specific existing model. It's inspired by some of the most famous string keyboards of the seventies, such as the ARP Solina, the Logan String Melody and the SIEL Orchestra. It offers 3 string registers plus one bass, features the classic attack-release envelope generator with break-point (which was mainly used to mimic the presence of a natural reverberation without using an additional reverberator), vibrato and a classic chorus/flanger effect that gives that distinguishable shimmer to the sound. A classic 4-stage phaser effect completes the set. Use it in your favorite AUv3 host along with other GSi effects such as GS-201 Mark II, ECHO B2, TimeVerb-X. Don't forget to visit www.GenuineSoundware.com for more products, more sounds!

About

Reel Recorder

Features
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Reel Recorder is a vintage tape voice recorder. Tap the red button to record from your microphone, then spin the reel to hear your audio forward or backward. TAP TO RECORD Start a recording with one tap and watch the live level meter. Your recordings stay on your device. SPIN TO REPLAY Drag the reel to move through a recording. Playback follows the speed and direction of your hand. A demo tape is included so you can try the controls before recording. TAPE CONTROLS Use the spring-return FF/REW rocker and physical-style play, stop, and skip buttons. Turn your phone to use the landscape layout. FREE & PRO The free version supports one recording of up to 30 seconds and FF/REW up to 2x speed. A small banner may appear below the recorder after applicable advertising consent. Pro is an optional one-time purchase. It removes ads and adds unlimited recordings, FF/REW up to 8x speed, custom skip intervals, and 24-bit / 48kHz recording. The second deck, dual-deck mixing, and A-B repeat are Pro features. Microphone access is used when you start recording.

Screenshots

Electrorchestra2 screens
Reel Recorder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Reel Recorder at Free against Electrorchestra's $11.99. Reel Recorder also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 16 months). Electrorchestra's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown).

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

Reel Recorder is free to download; Electrorchestra costs $11.99 up front. Reel Recorder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Electrorchestra asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Electrorchestra ships an update every 16 months, Reel Recorder every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Electrorchestra versus Reel Recorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElectrorchestraReel Recorder
Price$11.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGenuine Soundwareseunghyun cho

In-app purchases

None

Electrorchestra

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Reel Recorder

One-time1
  • Reel Recorder Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Electrorchestra free?
Electrorchestra costs $11.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reel Recorder free?
Reel Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Electrorchestra or Reel Recorder have ads?
Reel Recorder shows ads; Electrorchestra does not.
Which is updated more often, Electrorchestra or Reel Recorder?
Electrorchestra ships an update every 16 months, and Reel Recorder every 2 weeks. Most recently, Electrorchestra was updated on November 11, 2026 and Reel Recorder on November 9, 2026.

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