Comparison

PolySampler vs WaveFace

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

Head to head
About

PolySampler

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PolySampler is a powerful, easy to use sampling instrument for iOS devices. Import sound files or record high-quality audio using your built-in microphone, then map those samples to the on-screen pads. Each pad includes an independent EQ and processor which can manipulate the playback pitch, speed, and length. The main output also has built-in delay and reverb effects. Individual samples can be saved to the internal PolySampler sample library. Users can also create and save presets to quickly load a set of samples and parameter settings. Sampling on the go has never been easier. With PolySampler, the world is your instrument.

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WaveFace

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WaveFace - Interactive Waveform Synthesizer Transform sound into visual art with WaveFace, an innovative synthesizer that brings waveforms to life through an expressive animated character. Features: • 23 unique waveform types - from classic sine and square waves to advanced SuperSaw, FM, and formant synthesis • Interactive character with frequency-responsive animations - watch the mouth shrink with higher pitches • Dual play modes: Individual waveform exploration and chromatic keyboard mode • Visual waveform feedback with real-time frequency scaling • Sustain functionality with intuitive double-tap controls • Smooth, artifact-free audio engine optimized for iOS • Universal app supporting both iPhone and iPad with optimized layouts • Face color dynamically matches selected waveform in keyboard mode Perfect for: • Electronic musicians exploring synthesis techniques • Sound designers creating unique audio textures • Music educators demonstrating waveform characteristics • Anyone curious about the visual nature of sound • Performers seeking expressive touch-based instruments Experience the marriage of visual art and electronic music. See your sound, hear your touch, and discover synthesis through WaveFace's unique interactive approach. Whether you're crafting cutting leads with SuperSaw, or exploring the harmonic complexity of chord synthesis, WaveFace makes every waveform a visual journey.

Screenshots

PolySampler4 screens
WaveFace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PolySampler at $1.99 against WaveFace's $4.99. WaveFace's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). On 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

PolySampler costs $1.99 and WaveFace $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
PolySampler versus WaveFace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolySamplerWaveFace
Price$1.99 — better$4.99
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB1 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperEuclidean Instruments, LLCJohanna Quiceno

In-app purchases

None

PolySampler

No in-app purchases

None

WaveFace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PolySampler free?
PolySampler costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is WaveFace free?
WaveFace costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do PolySampler or WaveFace have ads?
Neither PolySampler nor WaveFace shows ads.

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