Comparison

VAPolyQuad vs Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer

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

Head to head
About

VAPolyQuad

Create rich, analog-style music with this powerful polyphonic synthesizer. Explore a vast array of sound-shaping tools, including multiple oscillators, filters, and effects. Program intricate melodies and rhythms with the built-in sequencer, and seamlessly share projects across your Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer
  • Up to 8 voice polyphony
  • Four oscillators per voice
  • Multiple resonant filters
  • Built-in effects suite
  • 16-bar sequencer with piano roll
  • Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) support
Features
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VAPolyQuad is a virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer for iPhone, iPad and Mac. It features 8 voice synthesizer, effects, sequencer and audio visualization tools. It operates as a stand alone or as an AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). Stand Alone supports Ableton Link, MIDI and audio file export. Single voice of the synthesizer features four oscillators, two mixers, two resonant high pass filters, two resonant low pass filters, two amplifiers, four ADSR envelopes and four LFOs. The oscillators features continuously variable wave shape and wide variety of modulation. The filters are modeled on the Sallen-Key filter circuit and cascaded OTA filter circuit for classic analog sound. The Effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, eq and compressor. The sequencer features piano roll and parameter automation editor to program 16 bar pattern per clip. Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive, so that the project can be accessed from iPhone, iPad or Mac. - Main Features - Virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer. Maximum 8 voice polyphony. it depends on performance of the device it is running. Four oscillators per voice. Flexible audio signal and control signal routing. Keyboard Control Routing Two type of Lowpass filter, cascaded OTA model and Sallen-key model. Support MIDI 2.0 New User Interface built by SwiftUI for improved performance. Built-in Sequencer. 16 bar patterns per clip. Total 8 clips. Piano Roll and Parameter automation. Support Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Support iCloud Drive to share project files between the platforms. Audio Export. Linear PCM format (AIFF, WAV and CAF) and compressed format (AAC) Support Ableton Link, Bluetooth MIDI, MIDI In / Out. 370 Factory Presets - System Requirements - A13 Fusion or above is recommended. AudioUnit Extension (AUv3) requires host application which support AudioUnit Extension. AudioUnit Extension is supported by Apple Logic and Apple Garage Band on iOS and macOS. For any other DAW, it depends on the application and some of them don’t support AudioUnit Extension. Sound may be distorted if CPU of the device doesn't have enough power. If it happens reduce number of voices.

About

Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer

Features
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Turn sound into stunning visuals with Spectrum, an AUv3-compatible real-time spectrum analyzer for audio signals. Effortlessly monitor 29 specific frequencies from 10 Hz to 20 kHz with precision, powered by Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) data. Spectrum’s sleek graphics feature vertical markers, filled paths, and a smooth gradient background for an immersive visual experience. Enjoy accurate frequency placement with logarithmic scaling, and interact seamlessly using touch to highlight specific frequencies. Designed for performance, it dynamically adjusts to real-time data, transforms decibels, and ensures smooth, optimized rendering for flawless updates.

Screenshots

VAPolyQuad4 screens
Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer at $0.99 against VAPolyQuad's $14.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

VAPolyQuad costs $14.99 and Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VAPolyQuad ships an update every 22 months, Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
VAPolyQuad versus Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVAPolyQuadSpectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer
Price$14.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsEvery 12 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyo TogawaDiscoDSP LLC

In-app purchases

None

VAPolyQuad

No in-app purchases

None

Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VAPolyQuad free?
VAPolyQuad costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer free?
Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do VAPolyQuad or Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer have ads?
Neither VAPolyQuad nor Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VAPolyQuad or Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer?
VAPolyQuad ships an update every 22 months, and Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer every 12 months. Most recently, VAPolyQuad was updated on September 25, 2026 and Spectrum AUv3 FFT Visualizer on October 18, 2026.

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