Comparison

LoopMangler vs HoRNetH76

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

Head to head
About

LoopMangler

This app is a powerful tool for creating unique glitchy and noisy textures by manipulating rhythmic samples or external audio. It offers advanced sound design capabilities with multi-effect sequencing, random pattern generation, and real-time processing.

Highlights
  • Multi-effect sequencing
  • Random pattern generation
  • Envelope modulation
  • Live pads for performance
  • Real-time audio processing
  • Flexible integration with other apps
Features
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LoopMangler is an innovative multi-effect glitch sequencer designed to manipulate rhythmic samples, external input, or output from other applications. This powerful tool operates based on the effect sequence patterns, allowing you to transform ordinary loops into unusual glitchy and noisy textures. Key Features: Advanced Sound Design: With its well-designed user interface and creative features, LoopMangler provides an exciting playground for sonic exploration and sound design. Random Pattern Generation: Make patterns and individual bars randomly or according to specific rules, offering a quick start or a source of inspiration for your projects. Multi-Effect Sequencing: Assign up to six distortion and filter effects to each step of the sequencer, providing endless possibilities for sound manipulation. Envelope Modulation: Each effect is modulated with its own envelope generator, ensuring that every step is unique and dynamic. Intuitive Editor: The user-friendly editor allows you to easily copy, move, and delete individual cells and bars within the sequencer, making pattern creation a breeze. Live Pads: Assign presets and loops to on-screen pads and use special pads to dynamically alter sound patterns during live performances or studio sessions. Real-Time Processing: Process audio in real-time, allowing you to hear the effects of your adjustments immediately. Flexible Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other audio applications, making it a versatile addition to your music production toolkit. Whether you’re looking to add subtle textures or completely transform your audio, LoopMangler provides the tools you need to achieve your sonic vision. LoopMangler is a universal application for iOS and macOS. It can work on iPhone and iPad as well as Mac / MacBook with M1 chip (and later). LoopMangler works on iPhone and iPad standalone, as an Audio Unit or Inter-App Audio module, and supports Audiobus and Ableton Link. On MacOS, LoopMangler can works both as a standalone application and as an Audio unit (AUv3) with DAWs and other hosts that support AUv3 plugins. LoopMangler has a built-in detailed description of all parameters also available as PDF file on the application site. Quick start demo: https://youtu.be/EFGw4wDtbzo https://youtu.be/ki3WsK1_4gg You can find more information on LoopMangler and other creative audio apps at: https://motion-soundscape.blogspot.com

About

HoRNetH76

This audio plugin emulates a vintage FET compressor, offering classic warmth and modern versatility for music production. It provides precise control over compression, saturation, and signal levels, with features like "All Button Mode" and automatic gain compensation.

Highlights
  • Vintage FET compressor emulation
  • "All Button Mode" and five ratio settings
  • Analog amplifier emulation bypass
  • Automatic gain compensation
  • Adjustable input/output levels
  • Automatic and manual attack/release times
  • Parallel compression mix control
  • Variable oversampling
Features
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Unlock the true potential of your audio production with the HoRNet H76 compressor limiter plugin, designed to bring classic vintage sound and modern versatility right to your fingertips. This powerful tool is perfect for producers and engineers looking to add warmth, character, and precision to their mixes. Inspired by the timeless sound of a renowned vintage FET compressor, the HoRNet H76 faithfully captures its smooth, musical compression that suits any genre. What sets the HoRNet H76 apart is its comprehensive analog emulation. Every nuance of the original unit’s warmth and saturation is meticulously replicated, from the input and output transformers to the internal Class A amplifiers. This ensures that the plugin provides an authentic analog experience, enhancing your audio with the rich, classic tones of vintage gear. Key Features: - HoRNet H76 offers five distinct ratio settings, including the legendary “All Button Mode,” allowing you to tailor the compression to your needs, whether you’re after gentle compression or aggressive limiting. The built-in VU meter lets you monitor input, output, and gain reduction levels with precision, ensuring you always control your signal. -One of the standout features of the HoRNet H76 is its ability to bypass the compressor while keeping the analog amplifier emulation active. This gives you the option to use the plugin solely as an analog saturation tool. The automatic gain compensation feature ensures that volume changes caused by gain reduction are smoothly managed, providing a consistent output level without the need for manual adjustments. -Adjusting input and output levels is made easy with pre and post emulation controls, allowing you to precisely shape your signal path. The automatic input level setting helps you achieve the desired gain reduction effortlessly, saving you valuable time during mixing. You can also link input and output controls to maintain consistent signal levels, ensuring a smooth and balanced sound. -The HoRNet H76 offers both automatic and manual settings for attack and release times. This allows you to either let the plugin match the dynamics of your audio automatically or take full control and dial in the exact timing settings that your track requires. -For those who love parallel compression, the plugin includes a mix control to blend the compressed signal with the original, giving you even more creative options. To ensure pristine audio quality, the HoRNet H76 features variable oversampling, selectable from 2x to 8x with automatic settings. -The bypass button allows for quick A/B comparisons, while separate controls for analog emulation and noise allows you to customize your sound further -The HoRNet H76 includes convenient load and save buttons for managing your presets, making it easy to recall your favorite settings or experiment with new ones. Additionally, the plugin comes with 13 factory presets that cover the most common compression uses, providing a great starting point for your projects. The HoRNet H76 compressor limiter plugin is the ultimate tool for achieving professional-grade compression and limiting, enhanced with authentic analog warmth. Elevate your productions with unparalleled control and flexibility. Whether you’re working on music, film scores, or broadcast audio, the HoRNet H76 will become an indispensable part of your workflow.

Screenshots

LoopMangler4 screens
HoRNetH764 screens

Verdict

The call

LoopMangler and HoRNetH76 both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of HoRNetH76's written reviews are positive against 50% of LoopMangler's. HoRNetH76 also leads on price (Free vs $14.99). LoopMangler's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On rating, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

HoRNetH76 is free to download; LoopMangler costs $14.99 up front. HoRNetH76 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LoopMangler asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for LoopMangler against 5.0 for HoRNetH76. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 6 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of LoopMangler's written reviews are positive against 100% of HoRNetH76's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
LoopMangler versus HoRNetH76: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopManglerHoRNetH76
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (10 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIgor VasilievHoRNet SRL

Customer experience

LoopMangler

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

HoRNetH76

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

LoopMangler

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

HoRNetH76

One-time1
  • full version$9.99

Questions

Is LoopMangler free?
LoopMangler costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HoRNetH76 free?
HoRNetH76 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LoopMangler or HoRNetH76?
LoopMangler and HoRNetH76 are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 10 and 6 ratings respectively.
Do LoopMangler or HoRNetH76 have ads?
Neither LoopMangler nor HoRNetH76 shows ads.

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