sqsl Mantra vs Visual Beat Maker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
sqsl Mantra
This experimental MIDI sequencer generates musical patterns with multiple tracks, scales, and transformation options. It allows for deep customization of triggers, pitch, and rhythm, with features for pattern evolution and saving to MIDI files.
- 3-track MIDI sequencing
- Heptatonic scales quantizer
- Scale morphing
- Pattern evolution
- MIDI file export
- Velocity modulation via LFO
- Preset saving
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Experimental MIDI sequencer/pattern generator designed for iPhones. // FEATURES - 3 tracks (A, B, C) - Triggers for each track (3 × 8 triggers) - Pitch values shared across tracks (row of 8 values) - Heptatonic scales quantizer (5 scale patterns × 7 modes × 12 roots) - Scale morphing using Triadic transformations - Degree mask per track (exclusion of specific degrees from the scale) - Degree shift (degree transposition) per track - Gate length per track - Track length control for Track A and Track B (with optional reset synced to Track C) - Track C Pause control (Track C will wait 0-8 steps before looping back to start) - Clock divider per track - Random step jump per track (probability) - Clock acceleration linked to B Track's playhead position - Swing and BPM clock control - Velocity and MIDI channel (1–3) per track - Velocity can be modulated by LFO (per track) with Rate and Amount control - Pattern evolution synced to Track C loop - Evolution has selectable groups of processes/transformations - Variations generator based on current pattern and evolution settings (16 x 4 variations) - Optional automatic capture of output to .MID files (synchronized to Play button) // EVOLUTION When evolution is triggered (Track C loop), it will randomly select one of the enabled transformation groups and apply one of the transformations contained in that group. Transformation groups can also be "locked-in" so they happen each time when evolution is triggered. List of available groups and transformations within them: PITCH - The order of pitch values is reversed - Two pitch values are swapped TRIGS - Two trigger states are swapped (within a single track) - Trigger patterns of two tracks are swapped - The trigger pattern of a single track is reversed SHIFT - The degree is shifted randomly on a single track MORPH - One of the 3 triads defining currently selected scale is rotated (replaced MODE transformation from previous version) PAUSE - Empty steps are added at the end of track C (0-8) FLIP - The pitch values of single track are inverted - The pitch values of all tracks are inverted STEPS - The track length of A or B track is randomized MASK - The degree mask is shifted horizontally by one step (left or right) BPM - BPM is halved or doubled - BPM is inverted (120 BPM taken as the axis) - BPM jumps to a random value READ 1ST - First variation on current variation page is loaded (this transformation is excluded from variation generation). ACCELERATE - Acceleration parameters is randomized (speed up of clock depending on Track B playhead position) RANDOM POSITION A - Random step parameter of Track A is randomized // PRESETS There are 5 × 24 available slots for user presets. BPM and scale settings can be ignored when loading a preset. Evolution variations (64) are saved within presets. // SAVING TO MIDI FILES Output can be automatically saved to a .MID type. File will be located at the “On My iPhone/sqsl Mantra” folder and named using the current date and time. Takes start when PLAY is activated and end/save when PLAY is deactivated. File saving can be enabled (“AUTO SAVE” setting on the MIDI page) even after playback has started, since note events are always automatically captured in memory. Important notes: - Mantra does not make any sounds on its own, it generates MIDI messages (notes). - Mantra is standalone application and it can not be loaded as AUv3 in other apps/hosts. For more information visit: https://www.seqsual.com
Visual Beat Maker
Transform your device into a music studio by drawing patterns and tapping rhythms to create electronic music. Enjoy real-time visualizations and explore multiple genres without needing prior musical experience. This app is perfect for creative expression and relaxation.
- Intuitive touch controls for music creation
- Draw patterns and tap rhythms
- Real-time visual feedback
- 9 music genres included
- Adjustable BPM, speed, and volume
- Works completely offline
- No musical experience required
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Turn your screen into a music studio! Visual Beat Maker lets you create electronic music through intuitive touch controls. Draw patterns, tap rhythms, and watch your beats come to life with stunning visualizations. Features: 9 music genres: Pulse, House, Techno, Trance, Dubstep, Jungle, Hardcore, Downtempo & Garage Adjustable BPM, speed, and volume controls Beautiful real-time visual feedback Works completely offline No musical experience required Whether you're a music enthusiast or just looking for a creative way to unwind, Visual Beat Maker transforms your device into an interactive electronic music instrument. Perfect for: Music lovers and creators Relaxation and creative expression Learning about electronic music genres Fun on the go - no internet needed!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Visual Beat Maker at $0.29 against sqsl Mantra's $14.99. On ads, in-app purchases, 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
sqsl Mantra costs $14.99 and Visual Beat Maker $0.29 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | sqsl Mantra | Visual Beat Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.99 | $0.29 — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michal Macura | Tsz Chung Chau |
Customer experience
sqsl Mantra
Visual Beat Maker
In-app purchases
sqsl Mantra
No in-app purchases
Visual Beat Maker
No in-app purchases









