Comparison

SonicDNACollector vs Splitonic

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

Head to head
About

SonicDNACollector

Transform your iPhone and USB audio interface into a professional measurement station. Capture impulse responses and create training datasets for digital amp modeling. Analyze audio gear with precision tools and export in multiple formats.

Highlights
  • Impulse Response (IR) capture
  • NAM training data creation
  • Frequency response analysis
  • Real-time FFT spectrum analysis
  • 96kHz/24bit audio recording
  • Multiple export formats
Features
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Capture the DNA of your analog gear. SonicDNA Collector turns your iPhone and USB audio interface into a professional measurement station for digital modeling. ■ IR Capture — Impulse Response Recording Record studio-quality impulse responses from any analog gear: • Automated ESS (Exponential Sine Sweep) measurement • Farina deconvolution for accurate IR extraction • Export to 7 formats: Universal, Helix, Axe-FX, Quad Cortex, NAM, ToneX, Kemper • Quality scoring with SNR, T60, spectral analysis • 96kHz/24bit capture, 48kHz WAV export ■ NAM Capture — Neural Amp Modeler Training Data Create training datasets for Neural Amp Modeler: • Capture input/output signal pairs through your amp or pedal • Automated frame synchronization and resampling • Export matched WAV pairs (48kHz/16bit) ready for NAM training • Build your own amp/pedal models from real hardware ■ Precision Measurements • Log Sine Sweep: Frequency response analysis (20Hz–20kHz) • Gain Staircase: THD vs. gain characterization at multiple drive levels • Real-time FFT spectrum and VU metering • Session management with JSON metadata ■ Professional Audio Engine • 96kHz/24bit recording via USB audio interface • Real-time spectrum analysis with vDSP-optimized FFT • THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) measurement • Impulse response visualization ■ Library & Export • All captures automatically saved to Library • Share via AirDrop, Files, or any compatible app • Organized by session with full metadata ■ Who Is This For? • Guitarists & producers creating amp/cab IR collections • Developers building NAM or profiling models • Audio engineers archiving vintage equipment characteristics • Anyone who wants to digitally preserve analog tone ■ Requirements • iOS 17.0 or later • USB audio interface (e.g., ZOOM AMS-22, Focusrite, etc.) • Analog equipment to capture ■ Notes • This app can output 0dBFS test signals — please manage speaker/headphone volume carefully • Microphone permission is required for recording via audio interface • No internet connection required — fully offline operation

About

Splitonic

Features
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Splitonic is an AUv3 audio unit for iOS and macOS. It is a filter based on the Fourier spectrum of the input signal and can be used to split the sound in a harmonic and a percussive component. Ideal for remixing when no separate stems are available. Features: - AUv3 Plugin for iOS & macOS. - Spectrogram decomposition: Splits an audio signal into controllable pitched and transient energy layers. - Real time processing: Low-latency controllable by the user. - Kernel dimensions: Adjustable horizontal (time) and vertical (frequency) median filter sizes. - Separation threshold: Configurable threshold to trade off separation isolation against musical artifacts. - Three-Way Separation: Isolates an additional "residual" or noise component to capture background hiss, vocals, or applause. - Preset system: with factory and user presets, plus import/export. - Demo mode available: purchase to unlock full version. - Optimized layout: for portrait and landscape orientations.

Screenshots

SonicDNACollector4 screens
Splitonic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SonicDNACollector at none against Splitonic's 1. Splitonic's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and ads 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. Splitonic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SonicDNACollector asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SonicDNACollector ships an update every 5 weeks, Splitonic every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
SonicDNACollector versus Splitonic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSonicDNACollectorSplitonic
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHakaru HiroseJan Maes

In-app purchases

None

SonicDNACollector

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Splitonic

One-time1
  • Splitonic Activation$4.99

Questions

Is SonicDNACollector free?
SonicDNACollector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Splitonic free?
Splitonic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SonicDNACollector or Splitonic have ads?
Neither SonicDNACollector nor Splitonic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SonicDNACollector or Splitonic?
SonicDNACollector ships an update every 5 weeks, and Splitonic every 2 weeks. Most recently, SonicDNACollector was updated on September 21, 2026 and Splitonic on September 14, 2026.

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