Comparison

TriplexClassic 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

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

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

TriplexClassic2 screens
Zen AutoPan1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TriplexClassic at every 5 days against Zen AutoPan's every 13 months. TriplexClassic also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, ratings volume, 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

Both are free to download. 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 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of TriplexClassic's written reviews are positive against 80% of Zen AutoPan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TriplexClassic ships an update every 5 days, Zen AutoPan every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TriplexClassic versus Zen AutoPan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTriplexClassicZen AutoPan
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (15 ratings) — better4.6 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher HerbTom Power

Customer experience

TriplexClassic

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

Zen AutoPan

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

In-app purchases

None

TriplexClassic

No in-app purchases

None

Zen AutoPan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TriplexClassic free?
TriplexClassic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zen AutoPan free?
Zen AutoPan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TriplexClassic or Zen AutoPan?
TriplexClassic is rated higher. TriplexClassic averages 5.0 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Zen AutoPan averages 4.6 from 14 ratings.
Do TriplexClassic or Zen AutoPan have ads?
Neither TriplexClassic nor Zen AutoPan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TriplexClassic or Zen AutoPan?
TriplexClassic ships an update every 5 days, and Zen AutoPan every 13 months. Most recently, TriplexClassic was updated on October 16, 2026 and Zen AutoPan on September 9, 2026.

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