Comparison

VAPolyMT vs LOOPBAR

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

Head to head
About

VAPolyMT

This powerful synthesizer app offers bi-timbral polyphony with analog-style sequencers and assignable macro controls. It functions as a standalone application or an AudioUnit Extension, supporting MIDI, Ableton Link, and audio export. Project files are savable via iCloud Drive for cross-platform access.

Highlights
  • Bi-timbral polyphonic synthesizer
  • Analog-style step sequencer per timbre
  • Assignable macro controls
  • AudioUnit Extension (AUv3) support
  • Ableton Link and MIDI support
  • iCloud Drive project sharing
  • Built-in effects and piano roll editor
Features
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VAPolyMT is a bi-timbral polyphonic synthesizer for iPhone, iPad and Mac. It features analog style step sequencer per timbre and assignable macro controls. It operates as a stand alone or as an AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). Stand Alone supports Ableton Link, MIDI and audio file export. Each synthesizer consists of two oscillators, mixer, resonant low pass filter, resonant hight pass filter and amplifier. The synthesizers can be layered or can be split. Built-in Effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, eq and compressor. VAPolyMT 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 Bi-timbral polyphonic subtractive synthesizer. Analog Style Step Sequencer per timbre. Eight Assignable Controllers. Maximum 8 voice polyphony. it depends on performance of the device it is running. Built-in effects and piano roll sequencer. Support Audio Unit Extension (AUv3). Support MIDI 2.0. Support Foot Pedal and Per Note Control. 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. Include more than 200 Factory Presets. Improvements Support MIDI Foot Pedal (CC#11, CC#64) Support MIDI2.0 Per Note Control Messages MIDI CC Settings are saved. It will be recovered when the app launched in the next time. System Requirements iOS 17.0 or later macOS 14.0 or later Devices with Apple Silicon are recommended. A13 Fusion or above is highly recommended. if sound is distorted when using a device with less CPU power, 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.

About

LOOPBAR

Record and layer multiple audio tracks in real time to build musical ideas. This tool allows for precise loop point setting and adjustment during playback, perfect for capturing inspiration on the go.

Highlights
  • Create multiple independent audio tracks
  • Record via built-in microphone
  • Set individual loop points with drag & drop
  • Real-time playback with visual indicator
  • Adjust loop points during playback
  • Simple track management
Features
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Create audio loops in real time! Record multiple tracks, set individual loop points and build your musical ideas layer by layer. LOOPBAR is your creative tool for audio loops on iPhone and iPad. Capture ideas on the spot, set precise loop points and layer multiple tracks on top of each other. FEATURES: • Create multiple independent audio tracks • Record directly via the built-in microphone • Set individual loop points with drag & drop • Real-time playback position with visual indicator • Adjust loop points during playback • Play and stop all tracks simultaneously • Simple track management with add and delete Perfect for musicians, songwriters and anyone who wants to quickly capture musical ideas and build loops.

Screenshots

VAPolyMT4 screens
LOOPBAR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LOOPBAR at $0.99 against VAPolyMT's $14.99. LOOPBAR also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). VAPolyMT's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.5). On rating, 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

VAPolyMT costs $14.99 and LOOPBAR $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for VAPolyMT against 5.0 for LOOPBAR. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VAPolyMT ships an update every 11 months, LOOPBAR every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
VAPolyMT versus LOOPBAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVAPolyMTLOOPBAR
Price$14.99$0.99 — better
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyo TogawaHelge Ohl

Customer experience

VAPolyMT

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

LOOPBAR

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

VAPolyMT

No in-app purchases

None

LOOPBAR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VAPolyMT free?
VAPolyMT costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is LOOPBAR free?
LOOPBAR costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VAPolyMT or LOOPBAR?
VAPolyMT and LOOPBAR are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do VAPolyMT or LOOPBAR have ads?
Neither VAPolyMT nor LOOPBAR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VAPolyMT or LOOPBAR?
VAPolyMT ships an update every 11 months, and LOOPBAR every 3 weeks. Most recently, VAPolyMT was updated on October 7, 2026 and LOOPBAR on October 6, 2026.

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