Comparison

PolySampler vs Cruz GR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” 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.

About

Cruz GR

Features
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Cruz GR turns your iPhone and iPad into a powerful MIDI controller. Create custom pad layouts in seconds. Build rich chords in any key and adapt every grid to your workflow. Three modes: Notes: Play melodies, basslines, leads, and trigger samples. Chords: Generate musical voicings from simple triads to rich 11ths, voiced Compact, Open or Wide, across any scale and key. Control: Map pads to MIDI CC. Pair instantly with Cruz GR Connect, the Mac companion app. Stable, persistent connectivity over Wi-Fi or USB with support for multiple devices. Cruz GR Connect is included with your purchase and available on the Mac App Store. Designed for music production on Mac. Works with Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, and other major DAWs on Mac. Cruz GR is a MIDI controller and does not generate sound on its own. For live performance and studio recording, a USB connection is recommended.

Screenshots

PolySampler4 screens
Cruz GR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PolySampler at $1.99 against Cruz GR's $8.90. PolySampler also leads on iOS requirement (17.5 vs 26.4). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

PolySampler costs $1.99 and Cruz GR $8.90 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
PolySampler versus Cruz GR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolySamplerCruz GR
Price$1.99 โ€” better$8.90
Update frequencyโ€”Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS17.5 โ€” better26.4
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB7 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperEuclidean Instruments, LLCCRUZ Conseil

In-app purchases

None

PolySampler

No in-app purchases

None

Cruz GR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PolySampler free?
PolySampler costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cruz GR free?
Cruz GR costs $8.90, with no in-app purchases.
Do PolySampler or Cruz GR have ads?
Neither PolySampler nor Cruz GR shows ads.

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