FL Studio Remote vs AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FL Studio Remote
This app acts as a customizable virtual MIDI controller, connecting wirelessly to your computer's music production software. It allows you to control instruments, effects, and mixer functions with various interfaces like pads, faders, and keyboards. Create personalized layouts to streamline your music-making workflow.
- Wireless MIDI control
- Customizable layouts
- Transport controls
- MIDI keyboard and pads
- Performance Mode clip launcher
- Mixer control
- Create custom tabs
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FL Studio Remote is a free, customizable virtual MIDI controller built by the FL Studio team. It doesn’t produce sound - instead, it connects to FL Studio over WiFi to control it like a physical MIDI controller. Use pads, faders, knobs, and even create your own layouts to suit your workflow. To get started, open FL Studio on your computer and launch FL Studio Remote on your iOS device. As long as both devices are connected to the same network, the connection is automatic - no setup required. Once connected, you can: * Control FL Studio instantly, including instruments and effect plugins, just like any other MIDI controller. * Connect up to 15 devices at once, whether they’re Phones, Tablets, or Chromebooks. FL Studio Remote includes a variety of built-in controller tabs such as: * Transport controls * MIDI keyboard * FPC pads * Harmonizer keyboard * Performance Mode (Clip launcher) * Gross Beat FX * Mixer and more If you need more customization, FL Studio Remote lets you create your own tabs using a wide range of control types: * Pads, faders, knobs * Jog wheels, X/Y pads, piano keyboards * Harmonic grids, clip launchers, mixer strips, and containers Each control is fully customizable, enabling you to design a virtual MIDI controller setup that perfectly suits your workflow. Learn more in the user manual here: https://support.image-line.com/redirect/flstudio_remote_manual NOTE: FL Studio Remote replaces Image-Line Remote for FL Studio 2025.1 and up. Enjoy!
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3
This app offers a professional-quality virtual analog synthesizer inspired by classic hardware. It provides a vast library of presets, real-time effects control, and a user-friendly interface for both beginners and experienced musicians. It can be used as a standalone instrument or as an AUv3 plugin.
- 400+ Presets
- Dual Assignable Touch Pads
- Real-time FX Control
- 3 LFOs with extensive modulation
- MIDI Keyboard and MIDI Learn support
- Classic Step Sequencer
- AUv3 Plugin support
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SYNTH ONE J6 (Inspired by Juno-6 & Jupiter series*) Trusted by over 250,000 iPhone & iPad musicians, Synth One J6 is now on Mac too! Pro Quality. Actually Cool. And Yes, Totally Free. Synth One J6 delivers lush pads, deep basses, classic keys, and vibrant leads that feel truly alive. No ads. No subscriptions. No in-app purchases (unless you want to leave a tip). CREATED BY VOLUNTEERS Musicians, Educators, and Sound Designers over 4 years. Synth One J6 is used in Schools and Higher Education institutions across the world. Just pure, expressive sound designed for creators of every level. EASY TO USE The interface is intuitive and welcoming. Each function has a dedicated slider or knob. Simple for beginners and deep enough for pros. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT? Major accessibility improvements and Voice Over have been added throughout the app to make Synth One J6 a much more enjoyable instrument for blind and visually impaired musicians. LEARN THE EXCITING STORY: audiokitpro.com/synthonej6 Inspired by legendary synths like the Juno, Jupiter, and DeepMind series. It's not a clone. It's a new classic: built from the ground up with a custom, non-vibe coded sound engine. You’ll hear the warmth, the punch, the vibe. INSTANT INSPIRATION With over 400+ presets, a classic step sequencer, dual arpeggiators, analog-style filters, tape delay, reverb, chorus, 3 LFOs, and real-time FX control, your creativity will never hit a wall. FEATURES: ∙ 400+ Presets and Features Included, ∙ Pro Version Included, Nothing to Buy! ∙ Microtonality and World Scales ∙ Accessibility and Voice over for the Blind and Hearing Impaired ∙ Lush, Expressive Vintage Synthesizer Sound ∙ FX: Glorious Reverb, Analog Tape Delay, Chorus, Crush, and more. ∙ 3 LFOs, over 60+ possible destinations, almost everything can be modulated! LFOs can even modify other LFOs ∙ Control it with a MIDI Keyboard, MIDI Learn to map your controls to the app ∙ Classic Arpeggiator & Vintage-style Step Sequencer, with extra features ∙ Dual Assignable Touch Pads, manipulate FX in real time! ∙ Preset Sync between iPhone, iPad & Mac! Create a sound on one device and continue working with it on another. ∙ Created by volunteers to support music education and access for all PLUGIN ON iOS and MAC: ∙ iOS: Works as a Plug-in Instrument in GarageBand and Logic for iPad, AUM, Cubasis, and MORE! ∙ Mac: Tested in Ableton, GarageBand, Logic, and more! WORKS BY ITSELF ∙ “RECORD” button: Easily record your synth and sound fx, then export wav fileNo other apps needed! PERFECT FOR CLASSROOMS AND... STUDIOS Synth One J6 was built for musicians of all levels, with an interface that is intuitive for beginners and deep enough for pros. Especially great for schools and students who may not have access to paid apps. BUILT BY MUSICIANS, SHARED WITH THE WORLD MADE FOR MUSIC. MADE FOR EVERYONE. Music should be for everyone. That is why Synth One J6 is truly free. No fees. Please help us share it. Tell a teacher. Tell a student. Tell anyone who’s dreamed of experiencing a vintage synthesizer but lacked the opportunity. Because music belongs to everyone. * LEGAL NOTICES This app has no affiliation or endorsement from Roland Corporation. It is not a clone of the Juno-6, Juno-60, Juno-106, Jupiter-8, or any other synthesizer. While we were inspired by the sound and legacy of these iconic instruments, this is an original creation, built from the ground up. All product names, trademarks, and images mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used only to describe the inspiration behind this app and for purposes of reference. Their inclusion does not imply any association, affiliation, or endorsement. This project is free and was created solely to promote music creation and education. We sincerely respect the incredible work of Roland and other manufacturers in shaping music history.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 at 94% against FL Studio Remote's 36%. AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.4) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). FL Studio Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. FL Studio Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 has 2.5K ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of FL Studio Remote's written reviews are positive against 94% of AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3's.
FL Studio Remote ships an update every 2 months, AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | FL Studio Remote | AudioKit Synth One J6 + AUv3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (29 ratings) | 4.9 (2.5K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 36.4% of reviews | 94.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 29 | 2.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Image Line Software | AudioKit Pro |
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FL Studio Remote
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