Comparison

ChordFanta vs Hyper Boost

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

Head to head
About

ChordFanta

Features
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ChordFanta is the quickest way to find clear guitar chord diagrams. Type a chord name (C, F#m, Bb, G7, Cmaj7, etc.), preview a clean diagram instantly, and get back to playing. Sharps (#) and flats (b) are supported, along with common qualities like minor, 7, maj7, m7, dim, dim7, aug, sus, 6, m6, 9, m9, 11, and 13. Why musicians like it: - Instant search: Type and tap—no menus to navigate. - Clean diagrams: Easy-to-read fingerings at a glance. - Smart coverage: Common roots and qualities, sharps and flats. - Dark mode: Looks great in low light. - Lightweight: No account, no ads, minimal permissions. - Offline friendly: Diagrams are bundled; works without a connection after install.

About

Hyper Boost

Enhance your audio with a versatile two-band tone control and a powerful soft clipper. Achieve bold saturation or precise mix adjustments with adjustable clipping algorithms and real-time visualizers. Offers smooth transitions, CPU-saving bypass, and cross-platform compatibility.

Highlights
  • Two-band tone control with tilt filters
  • Soft clipper with adjustable drive and ceiling
  • Three clipping algorithms (Juicy, Tight, Hardest)
  • Real-time curve visualizer
  • Morph settings for smooth transitions
  • AUv3 plugin and standalone app support
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Simple, but deadly. Hyper Boost combines a two-band tone control with a hard-hitting soft clipper. Use it early in the chain as a bold saturation effect or throw it on late for subtle, precision mix adjustments. A power-up for your sound. Tone Control - Retro-inspired treble and bass tilt filters. Gentle, not surgical - Adjustable center frequency - Three configurations: Pre (EQ before clipper), Post (EQ after clipper), Emphasis (saturate a frequency band while keeping flat response overall) - Output trim Clipper - Drive input up to +36 dB - Adjustable ceiling and edge for precise control over the clipping curve - Three clipping algorithms: - Juicy: reproduces an infamous stock clipper - Tight: adapted from a classic soft-knee limiter - Hardest: loud and brash hardware-style clipping - Real-time curve visualizer with max peak metering Core Features - Morph Settings for smooth transitions between two complete configurations - Auto Bypass saves CPU when input is silent - AB settings comparison - HQ mode with 4x oversampling and ADAA - One-click loudness matching - All parameters automatable with precise playback - Light and dark interface modes - Internal undo/redo - Auto gain - Use your AUv3 plug-in in a compatible host app or DAW - Standalone app includes support, manual links and in-app purchase options for license purchase Two-week trial included, one-time purchase for full unlock. Unlock your plug-in via in-app purchase from the standalone app or activate in the plug-in using an existing desktop license. Your in-app purchase activates the plug-in on all of your iOS devices. Owners can claim a crossgrade code in the standalone app to receive a discount on a desktop license. Check out our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sketchaudio Read the manuals: https://sketchaudio.com/manuals/

Screenshots

ChordFanta3 screens
Hyper Boost2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ChordFanta at none against Hyper Boost's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Hyper Boost sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ChordFanta asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
ChordFanta versus Hyper Boost: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChordFantaHyper Boost
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYifei LiSketch Audio, LLC

In-app purchases

None

ChordFanta

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Hyper Boost

One-time2
  • Two-week TrialFree
  • Full Unlock$9.99

Questions

Is ChordFanta free?
ChordFanta is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hyper Boost free?
Hyper Boost is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ChordFanta or Hyper Boost have ads?
Neither ChordFanta nor Hyper Boost shows ads.

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