# StringLab vs GtrEQ

The clearest difference is price: GtrEQ at $1.99 against StringLab's $14.99. GtrEQ also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3). StringLab's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

StringLab costs $14.99 and GtrEQ $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

GtrEQ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StringLab has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | StringLab | GtrEQ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $14.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | [4.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stringlab/id6461312318/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gtreq/id6753975652/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 45 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [4Pockets.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/370131860) | [Rob Jackson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1072346998) |

## What reviewers say

### StringLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stringlab/id6461312318)

This app is a digital synthesizer that uses physical string modeling to recreate the sounds of various instruments, particularly plucked or hammered strings. It allows users to explore acoustic physics and create unique instrument textures through extensive parameter experimentation.

**Highlights:** Karplus-Strong physical modeling, Exciter Impact and Noise modes, Resonator objects with feedback, Frequency Dispersion support, External live input, Preset randomizer and manager, Drag & Drop preset export

**In-app purchases:** none


### GtrEQ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gtreq/id6753975652)

This audio effect plugin is designed for guitarists to sculpt their tone with a 5-band EQ. It also features a "Buzz Kill" filter to reduce mains hum noise without significantly impacting the original guitar sound.

**Highlights:** 5-band EQ for guitar tone sculpting, Interactive EQ bands, Optional "Buzz Kill" filter for mains hum, Adjustable buzz reduction level, Output gain trim control, AUv3 compatible

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StringLab free?

StringLab costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GtrEQ free?

GtrEQ costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, StringLab or GtrEQ?

GtrEQ is rated higher. StringLab averages 4.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while GtrEQ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do StringLab or GtrEQ have ads?

Neither StringLab nor GtrEQ 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.*