Comparison

Sentient Synthesizer vs Studio Field

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

Head to head
About

Sentient Synthesizer

Explore a unique neural network-based music synthesizer. Control learning, sound generation, and modulation through intuitive visual interfaces. Save and recall sonic states with a planet-based timeline.

Highlights
  • Neural network learning system
  • Visual sound space representation
  • Wavetable synthesis
  • Timeline-based memory browsing
  • Multiple modulation destinations
  • Filter control with drive and resonance
Features
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The controller with the eyes represents the neural network’s learning system. When the eyes are open, the system learns; when they are closed, learning is disabled. A long tap toggles learning on or off. Dragging vertically changes the learning rate, while dragging horizontally controls how strongly the winning neuron influences its neighbors. This influence is shown by the number of open eyes and the width of the pupils. While learning, the neural network visibly `swells`. When a new sound is analyzed, the neuron that best matches it updates its internal representation and `swells` more than the others. Nearby neurons also update, but less strongly, forming a smooth sound space inside the network. Two grids represent the two `hemispheres` of the neural network. Each cell corresponds to a neuron. Tapping a cell selects the neuron whose waveform will be used. An orange dot marks the selected neuron, and the curve above it shows the fragment of waveform stored by that neuron — the wavetable used to generate notes or modulate parameters. The controller with the planets manages memories. Dragging it moves through time and lets you browse stored states. A double tap returns to the present moment. A long tap opens a menu with three actions marked by Russian letters: `С` for save from sohranit, `У` for delete from udalit, and `З` for close from zakryt. The planet interface represents time symbolically. The crescent shadow shows the time of day, the moon’s position indicates the day of the month, and the satellite’s position represents the orbital period of an artificial body similar to the ISS. Below the neural grids are six synthesis sections. The first is marked with the Russian letter `Г`, from generator, and selects the oscillator waveform. Two sliders control the fundamental frequency and volume. The remaining sections provide modulation. Sliders control depth and rate, while letters indicate the destination parameter: `П` pitch from podstroika, `П` pan from panorama, `Д` drive from drive, `Ч` filter frequency from chastota, and `Р` resonance from rezonans. The slider with stars controls the filter. Dragging horizontally selects the filter type, while dragging vertically adjusts drive. The area to the right controls filter frequency and resonance. At the bottom of the interface is a keyboard of eight keys represented by Lissajous figures — curves created by combining two harmonic oscillations. Each figure corresponds to a note. Above the keys are two buttons: `У` hold from uderzhanie and `П` tuning from podstroika.

About

Studio Field

This pocket sound lab offers a drum machine, bass synth, ambient synth, and microphone sampler for iPhone and iPad. It also includes a companion Mac app for managing your OP-1 Field device, allowing you to capture and shape sounds anywhere.

Highlights
  • Drum machine with 8 procedural voices
  • Deep bass synth with ladder filter
  • Ambient synth for lush pads
  • Microphone sampler with iCloud sync
  • Companion Mac app for OP-1 Field management
  • Stereo sampling directly to OP-1 Field
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Studio Field is a powerful companion for your Teenage Engineering devices - manage, back up, transfer, organize, and preview your content from iPhone or iPad. Your purchase also includes Studio Field for Mac, with libraries and backups synced through private iCloud. Supports: • OP-1 field • OP–XY • OP-1 original • OP-Z • EP–133 K.O. II • EP–1320 medieval • EP–40 riddim • TP-7 OP-1 FIELD • Connect over USB-C • Browse, transfer and preview tapes • Full device backup and restore, synced with Mac through iCloud • Multitrack tape playback with mute, solo and tape speed • Searchable offline Field manual OP–XY • Connect over USB-C to import and send projects, samples and presets • Full backup and restore with iCloud sync • Record stereo USB audio and sync takes with Mac • Searchable offline OP–XY manual TP-7 • Connect over USB-C • Browse and manage recordings directly from iPhone or iPad • Transfer recordings between TP-7 and your Library • Full device backup and restore • Sync your TP-7 Library and backups with Mac through private iCloud OP-1 ORIGINAL • Connect over USB • Browse tape, synth, drum and album • Save content to your Library or send it back to the device • Convert original tapes to OP-1 field format • Full-disk backup and restore • Searchable offline OP-1 original manual OP-Z • Connect over USB-C • Browse projects, samplepacks, bounces and config • Save content to your Library or send it back to OP-Z • Full-disk backup and restore • Searchable offline OP-Z manual EP SERIES Dedicated support for EP–133 K.O. II, EP–1320 medieval and EP–40 riddim. • Browse and manage samples over USB • Each EP has its own Library, backups and iCloud space • Sync EP Libraries and backups with Mac LIBRARY & ICLOUD • Dedicated Library and backups for each supported device • Optional private iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad and Mac • Share tapes, albums, samples and recordings through AirDrop, Files, Mail and more STORE Discover free and premium sound packs for OP-1 field and OP–XY, created in collaboration with Colors In Space / John Gorton. • Preview packs before installing • One-click install sends every file to the correct location on your device • No need to understand folder structures or manually manage files • Save packs to your Library for later PLAYGROUND When you don’t have hardware connected, sketch ideas with the built-in Drum Machine, Bass Synth, Ambient Synth and Microphone Sampler. INCLUDED — STUDIO FIELD FOR MAC Your purchase also includes the full Studio Field for Mac — with device management, browsing and preview, backups, Libraries, Workspace, Store, Tape Club, Community and more. Direct USB features require a supported device, a data-capable USB cable, and the correct USB transfer mode on the connected device. Playground and Library features work without external hardware. DISCLAIMER Lithium ehf. is an independent developer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to Teenage Engineering. “OP-1,” “OP-1 field,” “OP–XY,” “OP-Z,” “EP–133 K.O. II,” “EP–1320 medieval,” “EP–40 riddim,” “TP-7” and “Teenage Engineering” are trademarks of their respective owners. https://studiofield.app/privacy https://studiofield.app/terms

Screenshots

Sentient Synthesizer4 screens
Studio Field4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sentient Synthesizer at $4.99 against Studio Field's $29.99. Sentient Synthesizer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Studio Field's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.2). On ratings volume, ads, monetization model 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

Sentient Synthesizer costs $4.99 and Studio Field $29.99 up front. Studio Field sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Sentient Synthesizer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Studio Field holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 5 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Sentient Synthesizer versus Studio Field: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSentient SynthesizerStudio Field
Price$4.99 — better$29.99
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings55
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size164 MB179 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValery MironovLithium ehf

Customer experience

Sentient Synthesizer

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

Studio Field

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative31.3%

In-app purchases

None

Sentient Synthesizer

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Studio Field

One-time12
  • OP-1 Field Dust$9.99
  • OP-1 Field Field Memories$9.99
  • OP-1 Field Unified Field$14.99
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  • OP-XY Sands of Time$14.99
  • OP-1 Field Analog Classics$14.99
  • OP-XY Yesterday's Machines$14.99
  • OP-XY Analog Classics Pro$14.99
  • OP-XY Sound In Motion$14.99
  • OP-XY Memory Bloom$14.99
  • OP-XY Koto Skies$14.99
  • OP-XY BRISTOL$19.99
  • OP-XY Memories$19.99

Questions

Is Sentient Synthesizer free?
Sentient Synthesizer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Studio Field free?
Studio Field costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sentient Synthesizer or Studio Field?
Studio Field is rated higher. Sentient Synthesizer averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Studio Field averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Sentient Synthesizer or Studio Field have ads?
Neither Sentient Synthesizer nor Studio Field shows ads.

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