Solderbox vs NoiseSpace
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Solderbox
This app is a compact, semi-modular synthesizer designed for generative music creation. It offers a comprehensive set of modular functions, aiming for analog-like sound and behavior with unique digital effects and an 'Instability Engine' for organic fluctuations.
- Generative synthesis tools
- Analog-like sound emulation
- Instability Engine for organic fluctuations
- Audio Unit (AUv3) compatibility
- Built-in Pulsequencer melody generator
- Multiple filter modes
- Stackable patch cables
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Solderbox is a compact semimodular synthesizer, made in collaboration with Jakob Haq. It is heavily based on Jakob's own modular rack design (which features a lot of modules made by hand). The app is designed to offer a set of modular functions that is both comprehensive and eclectic, including several tools for generative synthesis, random signals and the surgical mangling of audio waves and modulation signals. A lot of effort went into making everything sound and behave as analog as digitally possible (with the exception of the unashamedly digital Entropy lo-fi effect processor). Additionally, the built-in Instability Engine injects the subtle fluctuations simulating the effects of crosstalk, leaky signals and expired electrical components. This is a living instrument with a soul of its own. - Full Audio Unit compatibility (AUv3 instrument, audio effect) - Universal design (iPhone, iPad, MacOS AUv3) - Built-in Pulsequencer (LFO-based generative melody generator with custom scales) - 4 mode Low-pass filter (6, 12, 18, 24 dB) - 3 voice polyphony - Drone mode - Stackable patch cables - DIY Lo-Fi digital delay circuit emulation - All synth settings exposed a AU Parameters (for automation and MIDI learning in your host of choice) Find the user manual on ruismaker.com
NoiseSpace
This app generates experimental sound textures and backgrounds using simplex noise and granular synthesis. It offers a wide array of sonic possibilities with simple controls, ideal for ambient, sci-fi, or horror soundscapes. Users can easily create complex patterns and layered audio for music production and sound design.
- Simplex noise and granular synthesis sound generation
- Versatile sound options with few parameters
- Advanced classic and complex filters
- Low-frequency modulators for parameter control
- Dual output system for main and background sound
- Layered sound design
- Internal sequencer for pattern creation
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NoiseSpace is an experimental sound generator based on simplex noise, which is then used in a granular synthesis algorithm. This design allows for the creation of a vast array of diverse waveforms rich in harmonics with a rich low-frequency spectrum. The generator is controlled by just a few simple parameters. Despite its somewhat chaotic and atonal nature, it is great for creating rich noise, gritty textures, complex patterns and deep, dark, mesmerizing and tense backgrounds. It is especially suitable for creating ambient compositions, as well as sci-fi, industrial, post-apocalyptic and horror atmospheres. This app also serves as a powerful tool for noise art and sound design, offering users the ability to craft intricate and captivating sonic structures. With its focus on deep, hypnotic, and tension-filled soundscapes, NoiseSpace is an essential tool for musicians, sound designers, and artists exploring experimental and textural audio creation. Starting with NoiseSpace is remarkably easy. The application features a dedicated "Create" button that generates unique and interesting presets ready for immediate use, requiring only minimal adjustment to suit the user's needs or ideas. Additionally, it includes options for generating sequences and patterns, and for simple tone and modulation creation for each generator, making the application user-friendly and ready for immediate exploration right from the start. Key Features: Five Sound Generators: Utilizes simplex noise and granular synthesis to create diverse sound textures. Versatile Sound Options: Offers a vast range of sound variations with just a few parameters. Advanced Filters: Includes both classic and complex filters for each generator. Low-Frequency Modulators: Each generator is equipped with three LFOs that can control most parameters. Dual Output System: Each generator has a main output and a special output for background sound. Layered Sound Design: Generator outputs are combined to create two layers - main sound and background. Pattern and Texture Creation: Features an internal sequencer / binary counter for managing generators. NoiseSpace 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). NoiseSpace works on iPhone and iPad standalone, as an Audio Unit or Inter-App Audio module, and supports Audiobus and Ableton Link. On MacOS, NoiseSpace can works both as a standalone application and as an Audio unit (AUv3) with DAWs and other hosts that support AUv3 plugins. NoiseSpace has a built-in detailed description of all parameters also available as PDF file on the application site. Quick start demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zigj5yI9ms4 You can find more information on NoiseSpace and other creative audio apps at: https://motion-soundscape.blogspot.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NoiseSpace at fortnightly against Solderbox's every 6 weeks. NoiseSpace also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 90%). Solderbox's advantage is price ($12.99 vs $15.99) and iOS requirement (13 vs 15.0). On rating, 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
Solderbox costs $12.99 and NoiseSpace $15.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Solderbox against 5.0 for NoiseSpace. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 18 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Solderbox's written reviews are positive against 100% of NoiseSpace's.
Solderbox ships an update every 6 weeks, NoiseSpace fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Solderbox | NoiseSpace |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $12.99 — better | $15.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (27 ratings) | 5.0 (18 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 90.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 27 — better | 18 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bram Bos | Igor Vasiliev |
Customer experience
Solderbox
NoiseSpace
In-app purchases
Solderbox
No in-app purchases
NoiseSpace
No in-app purchases









