Comparison

TriplexClassic vs Chord Roulette

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

Head to head
About

TriplexClassic

This application offers a classic FM synthesizer experience with a modern interface. It allows for a wide range of sounds, from clean to distorted, with six specialized macro controls for easy sound shaping. An LFO and drive control further enhance its sound design capabilities.

Highlights
  • 3 operator FM synth engine
  • Up to 8 voices
  • 6 specialized macro controls
  • LFO with shape control
  • Drive control
  • Modern, accessible interface
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Classic FM sounds with a modern twist! TriplexClassic takes inspiration from famous digital synthesizers of the 80s and puts them in an easy-to-use, accessible interface. The synth engine was developed from the ground up to facilitate sounds ranging from pristine modern FM sounds to crunchy bit-crushed mayhem - with everything in between. It is equipped with 6 highly specialized macro controls that makes it easy to set up without any tedious programming. Features: - 3 operator FM synth engine with up to 8 voices - Macro controls over FM amount, harmonicity, phase and bit resolution (labeled "redux"), attack, combined decay/release and sustain - LFO with shape control (sine, triangle, ramp up, ramp down, square, random) and user-definable destination - Drive control KNOWN ISSUES: As of right now the standalone app does not support incoming Midi. Please use TriplexClassic hosted as an AUv3 plugin.

About

Chord Roulette

This AUv3 MIDI plugin transforms a single MIDI note into a wide range of harmonious chords, enabling generative music composition. It offers extensive control over parameters, scales, and real-time adjustments for creative musical exploration.

Highlights
  • Chord generation from single MIDI notes
  • Automation-ready parameters
  • Generative music composition
  • Diverse scale and mode selection
  • Real-time precision adjustments
  • AUv3 compatibility for DAWs
Features
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Welcome to Chord Roulette, your gateway to boundless musical creativity. Chord Roulette is an AUv3 MIDI plugin that takes a single MIDI note and transforms it into a mesmerizing array of harmonious chords, offering an infinite realm of possibilities for generative music composition. Key Features: - Chord Generation Mastery: Instantly convert a single MIDI note into a rich tapestry of harmonically intricate chords, exploring scales and tonalities effortlessly. - Automation at Your Fingertips: Every parameter within Chord Roulette is automation-ready, granting you meticulous control over your compositions. - Generative Magic: Witness your musical ideas evolve and expand organically, giving birth to fresh and captivating compositions with minimal effort. - Scale Selection Flexibility: Choose from a diverse array of scales, modes, and tonalities to craft the perfect musical atmosphere. - Real-Time Precision: Fine-tune your chord progressions and melodies on the fly, ensuring each note aligns perfectly with your vision. - AUv3 Compatibility: Seamlessly integrate Chord Roulette into your preferred iOS DAWs, offering complete creative control. With Chord Roulette, you possess the ultimate tool to compose generative music that reflects your unique artistic vision. Whether you're a composer, producer, or performer, our plugin empowers you to craft musical journeys that captivate and inspire. Unleash your musical imagination. Download Chord Roulette now and embark on an endless voyage of generative music composition!

Screenshots

TriplexClassic2 screens
Chord Roulette1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TriplexClassic at Free against Chord Roulette's $0.99. TriplexClassic also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (100% vs 71%). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

TriplexClassic is free to download; Chord Roulette costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TriplexClassic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of TriplexClassic's written reviews are positive against 71% of Chord Roulette's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TriplexClassic ships an update every 5 days, Chord Roulette every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on August 19, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TriplexClassic versus Chord Roulette: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTriplexClassicChord Roulette
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating5.0 (15 ratings) — better4.3 (20 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1520 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher HerbDenis Safiullin

Customer experience

TriplexClassic

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Chord Roulette

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

In-app purchases

None

TriplexClassic

No in-app purchases

None

Chord Roulette

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TriplexClassic free?
TriplexClassic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chord Roulette free?
Chord Roulette costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TriplexClassic or Chord Roulette?
TriplexClassic is rated higher. TriplexClassic averages 5.0 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Chord Roulette averages 4.3 from 20 ratings.
Do TriplexClassic or Chord Roulette have ads?
Neither TriplexClassic nor Chord Roulette shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TriplexClassic or Chord Roulette?
TriplexClassic ships an update every 5 days, and Chord Roulette every 3 days. Most recently, TriplexClassic was updated on August 19, 2026 and Chord Roulette on September 18, 2026.

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