Comparison

BOSS Effect Loader vs GENOME Amp Simulator

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

Head to head
About

BOSS Effect Loader

This application allows users to load effects into the PX-1 Plugout FX device. It offers a selection of free effects and the option to purchase additional model passes within the app. An internet connection and Roland Account are required for full functionality.

Highlights
  • Load effects into PX-1 Plugout FX
  • 16 free effect models included
  • Purchase additional model passes
  • Bluetooth or USB connection
  • Requires Roland Account
Features
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● BOSS EFFECT LOADER is an app for loading effects into the PX-1 Plugout FX. * Need an internet connection and a registered Roland Account are required to use the BOSS EFFECT LOADER. ● The following 16 models are available for free use: OD-1/SP-1/PH-1/SG-/CS-1/TW-1/SD-1/DS-1/CE-2/OC-2/BF-2/PN-2/DD-2/DF-2 ● Additional Model Passes can be purchased within the app. ● Connect the BOSS PX-1 Plugout FX and your iPhone/iPad via Bluetooth® (*1) or USB cable (*2) to use this app. *1 Set up the Bluetooth connection in the Connection Window displayed after the app is launched. *2 When connecting to an iPhone/iPad equipped with a USB Lightning port, you will need Apple's genuine “Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter.”

About

GENOME Amp Simulator

This app offers a comprehensive suite for guitarists, featuring amp modeling, effects, and virtual cabinets. It allows for precise sound shaping and customization of signal chains for both studio and live use.

Highlights
  • All-in-one amp modeler
  • FX suite and virtual cabinet engine
  • Customizable signal chain routing
  • TSM™-Ai Amplifiers
  • Extensive pedal collection
  • DynIR™ Virtual Cabinets
  • Studio-grade FX
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GENOME iOS is an all-in-one amp modeler, FX suite and virtual cabinet engine, engineered to deliver the pinnacle of end-to-end tone shaping. Bringing together an ever-expanding roster of amplifiers, pedals, class-leading virtual cabinets and essential studio FX, GENOME iOS is your first—and final—destination for the ultimate in-the-box or hybrid backline. Whether you’re building from scratch or refining an existing setup, GENOME IOS gives you everything you need to construct a fully customised signal chain and shape your sound with precision, flexibility and control. Start Free. Build Your Backline. GENOME is available in three versions: GENOME Intro iOS (Free): A free entry point into the GENOME iOS ecosystem — start building your rig and explore the platform. GENOME iOS (in app purchase): Unlock the full platform via an in-app purchase with an expanded stock arsenal of amplifiers, pedals, DynIR™ cabinets and studio FX GENOME Suite iOS (in app purchase): Dive into the complete GENOME iOS experience. Featuring the full GENOME iOS stock component arsenal plus every current — and future — non-FairTone and non-Artist Series premium Component included as standard, GENOME Suite iOS is ready to build your virtual backline without limits. Core Technology At the heart of GENOME iOS lies a suite of advanced tone-shaping technologies, designed to deliver realism, flexibility and control: TSM™-Ai Amplifiers: Next-generation amp modelling designed to capture the feel, response and behaviour of real amplifiers across their full operating range. Pedals: An extensive collection of drive, modulation, dynamic, EQ, Reverb, Delay, Stereo Enhancement and utility pedals, all modelled for precision, character and control. DynIR™ Virtual Cabinets: Two notes’ proprietary cabinet simulation technology, delivering studio-grade realism with precise microphone positioning and mix-ready control. Studio-Grade FX: Essential processing tools for shaping, refining and finalising your sound, from subtle enhancement to full production-ready tone sculpting. PARADEX (Available in GENOME iOS or GENOME Suite iOS only) Available in GENOME iOS and GENOME Suite iOS, PARADEX is a next-generation component designed to play industry-first multi-parametric AmpNet captures — preserving how an amplifier responds across its full control range, not just a fixed snapshot. Built to work with captures created in Two notes Capture Studio, PARADEX enables dynamic, control-aware tone shaping, allowing you to adjust gain structure, tone controls and response in real time with a level of realism that goes beyond traditional capture workflows. Total Control. Built In. Shape your rig your way with fully flexible signal chain routing, studio-grade processing and real-time control. From simple setups to complex backlines, GENOME iOS gives you the tools to refine, adapt and take complete control of your sound. MIDI GENOME iOS puts MIDI firmly under your control — with comprehensive mapping and intuitive MIDI Learn facilities to bind parameters instantly and take full command from external hardware. No bottlenecks — just pro control that responds when you need it! MIXFIT MIXFIT is GENOME iOS’ integrated tone-shaping and refinement tool, designed to precisely tailor a RIG from input response through to final output. From dynamic feel and tonal character to adaptive enhancement and level maximisation, it delivers a cohesive path to balanced, mix-ready results every time. Global Transpose (Available in GENOME iOS or GENOME Suite iOS only) Shift GENOME iOS’ source input across a ±12-semitone range with ultra-low latency and minimal artifacts harnessing Global Transpose. Engineered to preserve feel, clarity, and articulation, alternate tunings and rapid key changes remain seamless. GENOME is a platform built without compromise — designed to evolve, expand and adapt to your sound, whether you're working in-the-box or integrating into a hybrid setup.

Screenshots

BOSS Effect Loader2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GENOME Amp Simulator at 100% against BOSS Effect Loader's 42%. GENOME Amp Simulator also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 5 months). BOSS Effect Loader's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BOSS Effect Loader sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and GENOME Amp Simulator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GENOME Amp Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of BOSS Effect Loader's written reviews are positive against 100% of GENOME Amp Simulator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BOSS Effect Loader ships an update every 5 months, GENOME Amp Simulator every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
BOSS Effect Loader versus GENOME Amp Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBOSS Effect LoaderGENOME Amp Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (8 ratings)4.6 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings89 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB562 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoland CorporationTwo notes Audio Engineering

Customer experience

BOSS Effect Loader

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative25.0%

GENOME Amp Simulator

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

BOSS Effect Loader

One-time8
  • PW-2 Power Driver$9.99
  • XT-2 Xtortion$9.99
  • CS-2 Compression Sustainer$9.99
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  • DM-2 Delay$9.99
  • DC-2 Dimension C$9.99
  • OD-2 TURBO OverDrive$9.99
  • Bundle for PW-2/XT-2/CS-2$19.99
  • Bundle for OD-2/DC-2/DM-2$19.99
7 purchases

GENOME Amp Simulator

Subscriptions2
  • GENOME iOS Sub$8.991 Month
  • GENOME Suite iOS Sub$19.991 Month
One-time5
  • Access Pass$49.99
  • Dirty Boy All Access$99.99
  • GENOME iOS$129.99
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  • GENOME Suite Upgrade iOS$179.99
  • GENOME Suite iOS$299.99

Questions

Is BOSS Effect Loader free?
BOSS Effect Loader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GENOME Amp Simulator free?
GENOME Amp Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BOSS Effect Loader or GENOME Amp Simulator?
GENOME Amp Simulator is rated higher. BOSS Effect Loader averages 3.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while GENOME Amp Simulator averages 4.6 from 9 ratings.
Do BOSS Effect Loader or GENOME Amp Simulator have ads?
Neither BOSS Effect Loader nor GENOME Amp Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BOSS Effect Loader or GENOME Amp Simulator?
BOSS Effect Loader ships an update every 5 months, and GENOME Amp Simulator every 11 days. Most recently, BOSS Effect Loader was updated on October 13, 2026 and GENOME Amp Simulator on October 6, 2026.

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