Comparison

Spreadsheets Synth vs Whoosh Designer

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

Head to head
About

Spreadsheets Synth

Create acid basslines and lead sounds with a resonant filter and built-in step sequencer. This app functions as an AUv3 plugin or standalone, offering MIDI support and background audio. It's designed for live performance and integration with other music production tools.

Highlights
  • Acid bass synthesizer
  • Resonant filter with cutoff, resonance, decay, accent
  • Built-in step sequencer
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • Standalone app with background audio
  • MIDI in and out (including Bluetooth MIDI)
  • Phaser and delay effects
Features
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The 303 lives between the sheets. Spreadsheets Synth is an acid bass synthesizer with a built-in step sequencer — a cultural product of the band Spreadsheets, tuned to 313K and pointed straight at the dance floor. THE SQUELCH Sawtooth or square through a resonant filter with cutoff, resonance, decay, and accent — from rubbery basslines to screaming acid leads. Add distortion for grit, then send it into orbit with the phaser and delay. THE SEQUENCER Program patterns step by step, set the line looping, and ride the cutoff live. It's an instrument for performing, not just programming. PLAYS WITH YOUR WHOLE RIG • AUv3 plugin — load it as an instrument in GarageBand, AUM, Cubasis, Loopy Pro, and any AUv3 host • Standalone app with background audio • MIDI in and out, including Bluetooth MIDI NO STRINGS No account, no ads, no tracking, no data collected. Just voltage.

About

Whoosh Designer

Create professional layered sound effects for various media projects. This tool allows you to combine audio layers, shape their envelopes, and apply filters and reverb. Export high-quality WAV files for use in video editing, game development, and more.

Highlights
  • Layered sound creation (up to 3 layers)
  • 7 waveform options
  • Envelope controls (Attack, Hold, Decay)
  • Pitch sweeps and stereo panning
  • Master duration and filter controls
  • Export as 48kHz WAV files
  • Built-in presets and randomization
Features
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Design professional whoosh sound effects right on your iPhone or iPad. Whoosh Designer is a powerful audio synthesis tool for filmmakers, video editors, game developers, podcasters, and sound designers. CREATE LAYERED SOUNDS • Combine up to 3 audio layers for rich, complex whooshes • Choose from 7 waveforms: Sine, Square, Sawtooth, Triangle, White Noise, Pink Noise, and Brown Noise • Shape each layer with Attack, Hold, and Decay envelope controls SCULPT YOUR SOUND • Pitch sweeps with start and end frequency control • Stereo panning for spatial movement • Individual volume control per layer • Real-time waveform visualization PROFESSIONAL EFFECTS • Master duration control (0.1 to 5 seconds) • High-pass and low-pass filters • Reverb with adjustable mix and decay • Master volume control INSTANT INSPIRATION • 6 built-in presets: Quick Swipe, Cinematic Pass, Sci-Fi Laser, Wind Gust, Punch Impact, and Ethereal Rise • Randomize feature generates unique sounds instantly • Save unlimited custom presets EXPORT & USE ANYWHERE • Export as high-quality 48kHz WAV files • Save directly to Files app • Use in Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Logic Pro, and more Perfect for: → Film and video transitions → Motion graphics → Game UI and gameplay sounds → Podcast intros and transitions → YouTube video production → Sound design projects No audio experience required. Tap play to preview, tweak the controls, and export when you're happy. It's that simple. Whoosh Designer runs entirely on-device with no subscription, no ads, and no internet required.

Screenshots

Spreadsheets Synth2 screens
Whoosh Designer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Whoosh Designer at 5.0 against Spreadsheets Synth's 2.0. Spreadsheets Synth's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, ads 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

Both are free to download. Whoosh Designer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Spreadsheets Synth asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Whoosh Designer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Spreadsheets Synth versus Whoosh Designer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpreadsheets SynthWhoosh Designer
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames HurlbutScott Manley

In-app purchases

None

Spreadsheets Synth

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Whoosh Designer

One-time1
  • Whoosh Pro Unlock$4.99

Questions

Is Spreadsheets Synth free?
Spreadsheets Synth is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Whoosh Designer free?
Whoosh Designer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spreadsheets Synth or Whoosh Designer?
Whoosh Designer is rated higher. Spreadsheets Synth averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Whoosh Designer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Spreadsheets Synth or Whoosh Designer have ads?
Neither Spreadsheets Synth nor Whoosh Designer shows ads.

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