# Magic Tines vs Blue Mode Drive

The clearest difference is rating: Blue Mode Drive at 5.0 against Magic Tines's 3.7. Blue Mode Drive also leads on price ($12.99 vs $19.99). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Magic Tines costs $19.99 and Blue Mode Drive $12.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Blue Mode Drive holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Tines | Blue Mode Drive |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **$12.99** |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-tines/id6446450042/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-mode-drive/id6746537638/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 19 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Genuine Soundware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560880481) | [Reinarc LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1469876288) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Tines

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-tines/id6446450042)

This app emulates a classic electric piano using a hybrid approach of sampling and synthesis. It offers a range of effects, adjustable parameters, and multiple instrument models for a versatile sound experience. Available as a standalone app or audio plugin.

**Highlights:** Hybrid Modeling engine (samples + synthesis), Three EP models, Adjustable sampled and synthesis parameters, Multiple amplifier and phaser models, Mono or Stereo tremolo, Built-in programmer with unlimited Programs

**In-app purchases:** none


### Blue Mode Drive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-mode-drive/id6746537638)

This plugin emulates a classic blues overdrive pedal with nuanced, touch-sensitive tones. It offers dual modes and advanced modeling for dynamic sound shaping, integrating seamlessly with macOS and iOS DAWs.

**Highlights:** Classic blues overdrive emulation, Dual Mode Switch (Standard/Custom), Parametric NAM Modeling, Touch-sensitive dynamics, Cross-platform AUv3 support, Optimized M1/M2 performance

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Tines free?

Magic Tines costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blue Mode Drive free?

Blue Mode Drive costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magic Tines or Blue Mode Drive?

Blue Mode Drive is rated higher. Magic Tines averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Blue Mode Drive averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Magic Tines or Blue Mode Drive have ads?

Neither Magic Tines nor Blue Mode Drive shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*