Comparison

DOTEC vs VAPolyMk3

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

Head to head
About

DOTEC

This music software is an acid bass synthesizer that supports AUv3. It allows for easy creation of bass lines with auto-adjusted overdrive and intuitive MIDI control. Features include a phrase generator, DJ Deck mode, and Ableton Link support for standalone use.

Highlights
  • Acid bass line creation
  • Intuitive MIDI controller assignments
  • Phrase generator with rhythm sync
  • DJ Deck mode for standalone play
  • Ableton Link support
  • Visual effects for enhanced experience
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This product is a software synthesizer that supports Audio Units Extension (AUv3). Music software that supports the AUv3 host function, such as GarageBand or Logic Pro for iPad, is required to use this product. DOTEC-AUDIO DeeACID allows anyone to easily enjoy acid bass lines. In addition to a wide variety of sound creation, the level adjustment for overdrive has been auto-adjusted, allowing you to twist the knobs to your heart's content. The UI is specially designed for use with a DAW, and MIDI controller assignments can be made quickly and easily. It also features a variety of visual effects to enhance your enjoyment, so you will lose track of time and become absorbed in the fun! In addition, the phrase generator can generate an unlimited number of phrases according to key, and can also be synchronized with the rhythm track for real-time play! The generated phrases can be saved as MIDI files, so they can be loaded from a DAW and used. By connecting an external MIDI controller and pressing the “Learn” button located below each parameter, you can assign the parameter to the slider of your choice, allowing you to change the tone more intuitively! From version 1.5.0, the DJ Deck mode allows standalone play, and from version 2.0.0, the Ableton Link mode has been added. Now, DeeACID is not just a plugin—it can also be enjoyed as a fully standalone acid bass app! Furthermore, version 2.5.0 introduces brand-new filters and a supercharged phrase generator! From version 2.6.0, improved the oscillators so both Type I and Type II now deliver a thicker sound!

About

VAPolyMk3

This polyphonic synthesizer offers multi-synthesis capabilities inspired by classic analog synths. Explore subtractive and modular FM synthesis with extensive oscillator routing, built-in effects, and an analog-style sequencer. Save projects via iCloud for seamless cross-platform use.

Highlights
  • Multi-synthesis (Subtractive & FM)
  • 3 Oscillators + 3 Modulation Oscillators
  • Resonant Low/High Pass Filters
  • Analog Style CV Sequencer
  • Built-in Effects (Delay, Chorus, Reverb, etc.)
  • Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) Support
  • iCloud Project Sync
Features
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VAPolyMk3 is a multi synthesis polyphonic synthesizer for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Inspired by the last generation of classic analog synthesizers in the late 1980’s such as Oberheim Matrix series synthesizers, It offers Subtractive Synthesis and modular FM Synthesis. It operates as a stand alone or as an AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). Stand Alone supports Ableton Link, MIDI and audio file export. Oscillator Section features 3 Oscillators and 3 Modulation Oscillators. Each Oscillator has envelope and amplifier. Oscillators can be routed for Subtractive Synthesis and FM Synthesis. Signal from Oscillators are routed to mixer, resonant low pass filter, resonant hight pass filter and amplifier. The synthesizer also features two ADSR envelopes per voice, two LFO and analog style sequencer. Built-in Effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, eq and compressor. VAPolyMk3 also includes sequencer which features piano roll editor and parameter automation. Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive, so that the project can be accessed from iPhone, iPad or Mac. Main Features 3 oscillators and 3 modulation oscillators can be routed for Subtractive Synthesis and FM Synthesis. Analog Style CV Sequencer. Maximum 8 voice polyphony. it depends on performance of the device it is running. Built-in effects and sequencer. Support MIDI 2.0. Support Foot Pedal (CC#11, CC#64) and Per Note Control. 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. Option to turn off anti-aliasing for devices with less CPU power. Include 271 Factory Presets. System Requirements iOS 17.0 or later This app requires a lot of CPU power. Devices with Apple Silicon or equivalent A series chip are recommended. A13 Fusion or above is highly recommended. If sound is distorted when using a device with less CPU power, turn Anti-Aliasing-Option off or reduce number of voices. 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.

Screenshots

DOTEC4 screens
VAPolyMk34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DOTEC at every 3 weeks against VAPolyMk3's every 7 months. DOTEC also leads on price ($9.99 vs $14.99) and review sentiment (67% vs 50%). VAPolyMk3's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

DOTEC costs $9.99 and VAPolyMk3 $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VAPolyMk3 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 6 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of DOTEC's written reviews are positive against 50% of VAPolyMk3's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DOTEC ships an update every 3 weeks, VAPolyMk3 every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DOTEC versus VAPolyMk3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDOTECVAPolyMk3
Price$9.99 — better$14.99
Rating4.2 (11 ratings)4.5 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerfmfmsoft Corp.Ryo Togawa

Customer experience

DOTEC

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

VAPolyMk3

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

DOTEC

No in-app purchases

None

VAPolyMk3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DOTEC free?
DOTEC costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VAPolyMk3 free?
VAPolyMk3 costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DOTEC or VAPolyMk3?
VAPolyMk3 is rated higher. DOTEC averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while VAPolyMk3 averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.
Do DOTEC or VAPolyMk3 have ads?
Neither DOTEC nor VAPolyMk3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DOTEC or VAPolyMk3?
DOTEC ships an update every 3 weeks, and VAPolyMk3 every 7 months. Most recently, DOTEC was updated on October 24, 2026 and VAPolyMk3 on October 24, 2026.

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