Comparison

jAmpler vs SolTempo

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

Head to head
About

jAmpler

Record, import, and manipulate audio samples with a versatile instrument plugin. Create unique sounds using granular synthesis and a wide array of effects. Assign samples to a keyboard for intuitive musical performance.

Highlights
  • Record and import audio samples
  • Assign samples to keyboard keys
  • Granular synthesis controls
  • Extensive per-sample editing
  • Global effects suite
  • Adjustable velocity curve and temperament
Features
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jAmpler is a sample-based instrument plugin for iOS and macOS, designed as an Audio Unit v3 (AUv3) instrument. It enables you to record, import, assign, and manipulate samples with a rich set of controls and global effects — all accessible in a compact, intuitive interface. Features: * 4 banks, each with 8 samples. * Each sample is represented by a unique color. * Record samples directly using your device’s built-in microphone. * Import audio files to use as samples. * Assign samples to keyboard keys using their color codes. * Detailed controls per sample: - Copy, paste, and trim samples. - ADSR envelope (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release). - Crossfade and crossfade overlap for seamless looping. - Octave shifting and drive/distortion. - Filter and pitch shift options. - Granular synthesis controls (wet, density, size, spray, stereo spread, window shape). * Global effects: - Velocity Controlled Filter. - Low Frequency Oscillator. - Compressor. - Distortion. - Equalizer. - Chorus. - Cabinet. - Reverb. * Adjustable velocity curve and keyboard temperament.

About

SolTempo

Features
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SolTempo listens to your instrument or voice in real time and shows the musical note (pitch) you’re playing or singing. Switch to the secondary module to detect music tempo (BPM) and get an instant read with an appealing visual display. Designed for solfeggio practice, ear training, and tuning, SolTempo also adds encouraging effects when you hit 8 and even 14 consecutive correct notes. Features - Real-time note pitch detection for voice and instruments - Tuning indicator shows how sharp/flat you are relative to the nearest semitone - Multiple note notations: Letters (A B C…), European (Sol La Si), American (Sol La Ti), Cyrillic (До Ре Ми…), Numbers (1 2 3…) - Sharp/flat semitones option (C#, Eb, etc.) - BPM / tempo detection (approx. 40–260 BPM) for music or metronome - Tap to reset the current module and start listening from scratch - Audio settings: choose input device (or System Default) and enable Gain (+5) for low signals Tips - Keep your instrument close to the microphone for best accuracy. - For voice pitch detection, avoid background music. Privacy SolTempo does not collect, store, or share personal data. Audio analysis happens locally on your device and all data stays on it.

Screenshots

jAmpler4 screens
SolTempo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SolTempo at none against jAmpler's 1. 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. jAmpler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SolTempo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
jAmpler versus SolTempo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterjAmplerSolTempo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.4 GB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJan MaesNIKOLAY KOVALSKIY

In-app purchases

1 purchases

jAmpler

One-time1
  • jAmpler Activation$7.99
None

SolTempo

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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