# AV Synth vs Psychodeli

The clearest difference is rating: Psychodeli at 5.0 against AV Synth's 4.0. Psychodeli also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AV Synth sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Psychodeli sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Psychodeli holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

AV Synth ships an update every 3 days, Psychodeli every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | AV Synth | Psychodeli |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/av-synth-visual-synthesizer/id6755874182/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/psychodeli/id6782244331/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 133 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marvin Krueger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1152894281) | [Kent Andrew Edmonds](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867948828) |

## What reviewers say

### AV Synth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/av-synth-visual-synthesizer/id6755874182)

Create dynamic, layered visual compositions that react to live music. Design and modulate up to five independent visual layers with complex effect chains. Save and recall presets for live performance or studio use.

**Highlights:** Layered visual compositions, Live audio-reactive graphics, Chained effect processing, Parameter automation, Saveable presets, High-quality video recording (PRO), NDI network streaming (PRO)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AV PRO Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| AV Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock All Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### Psychodeli

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/psychodeli/id6782244331)

This app transforms music into dynamic, ever-changing visuals. It reacts to live audio input, user movement via the camera, and offers various visual styles and color palettes. Enjoy an immersive, non-repeating visual experience that syncs with your music.

**Highlights:** Live music visualization, Camera-based motion and face tracking, Dynamic kaleidoscopic and organic patterns, Multiple color palettes, Interactive touch controls, Tunnel and Duplex visual modes, Autonomous ambient mode

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Psychodeli Touch | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AV Synth free?

AV Synth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Psychodeli free?

Psychodeli is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AV Synth or Psychodeli?

Psychodeli is rated higher. AV Synth averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Psychodeli averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do AV Synth or Psychodeli have ads?

Neither AV Synth nor Psychodeli shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AV Synth or Psychodeli?

AV Synth ships an update every 3 days, and Psychodeli every 4 days. Most recently, AV Synth was updated on October 24, 2026 and Psychodeli on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*