EduSynth vs Stylloop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
EduSynth
Explore the world of subtractive synthesis with an interactive educational tool. Learn about oscillators, filters, and envelopes through hands-on experimentation and guided lessons. Connect MIDI controllers or use your keyboard to play and create sounds.
- Interactive subtractive synthesis engine
- Three oscillators with multiple waveforms
- Classic Moog-style ladder filter
- Dual ADSR envelopes
- Built-in learning modules
- MIDI controller support
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EduSynth is an educational synthesizer for iOS and macOS that teaches you the fundamentals of subtractive synthesis β by letting you play one. Built around a real-time C++ DSP engine modeled after the classic Moog architecture, EduSynth gives you three oscillators, a 24dB/octave ladder filter, dual ADSR envelopes, an LFO, and a mixer β all with a clean, intuitive interface designed for learning. PLAY & EXPLORE β’ Three oscillators with saw, square, triangle, and sine waveforms β’ Classic Moog ladder low-pass filter with resonance and self-oscillation β’ Separate filter and amplitude ADSR envelopes β’ LFO with multiple shapes and modulation targets (pitch, filter, amplitude, PWM) β’ Portamento with off, on, and legato modes β’ 10+ factory presets to get you started instantly LEARN AS YOU GO β’ Built-in Learn window with chapters covering signal flow, oscillators, filters, envelopes, LFO, and more β’ Interactive info popovers on every section explaining what each knob does β’ Visual signal flow strip showing how sound moves through the synth β’ Chapters on digital audio fundamentals and real-time audio programming CONNECT & PERFORM β’ Full MIDI support β connect any MIDI controller β’ MIDI settings window with per-device enable/disable and live activity monitor β’ Computer keyboard input β play notes without any hardware β’ Autoplay mode with selectable demo melodies DESIGNED FOR LEARNING EduSynth is perfect for music production students, audio programming enthusiasts, sound design beginners, and anyone curious about how synthesizers actually work. Every parameter is explained in plain language, and the Learn window goes deeper into the theory and code behind the sound. Available in English and Italian.
Stylloop
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The Stylophone β the iconic pocket synth famously played by David Bowie β is now on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Play 4 authentic retro synthesizer models, jam with built-in drum loops, and learn real songs with guided tutorials. No experience needed. Pure analog sound, zero samples. 4 AUTHENTIC RETRO SYNTH MODELS Every note generated live β real-time synthesis, no shortcuts: Β· Original β Classic 50% square wave, true to the vintage S-1 Β· S-1 β Tight 25% pulse wave with a punchy, modern tone Β· GENΒ·X β Square wave + sub-oscillator with analog-style delay Β· BOWIE β Signature vibrato LFO, Bowie's sound in your pocket LEARN SONGS WITH GUIDED TUTORIALS Follow along as notes light up on screen. Use Auto-Play to hear the melody first, then take control. The easiest way to start making real music. BUILT-IN BEAT MACHINE Synthesized drum loops β no samples, pure DSP: Β· Lo-Fi β Chill 80 BPM groove Β· Retro β Upbeat 120 BPM synth-pop pattern Β· Metronome β Steady 100 BPM for practice RECORD, SAVE & SHARE Capture your performances with one tap and share instantly. EXPRESSION & CONTROL Β· Pitch wheel for smooth bends Β· Vibrato toggle Β· 3-octave range with octave shifting (A2βE4) Β· Retro dark and light themes Works on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. No internet, no ads β just pure synthesis. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EduSynth at none against Stylloop's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Stylloop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. EduSynth asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | EduSynth | Stylloop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | β | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Davide Fiorino | Yakup Arslan |
In-app purchases
EduSynth
No in-app purchases
Stylloop
- Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
- 12 Months Premium$14.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$24.99









