PatchMemo GX vs SUS4 Transcribe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PatchMemo GX
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Which patch was that again? What's this one even for? — Every multi-effects user knows the struggle. PatchMemo GX puts an end to "patch confusion." PatchMemo GX is a companion app for recording and managing your BOSS GX-1 patch settings. The official app shows you a list of patch names, but names alone aren't enough to remember what's what. Record your effect chains, gear setups, notes, and tags — and instantly find "that sound you made that time." ◆ Patch Management Supports all user patches from U01 to U99. Record settings for every effect block: PREAMP/CAB, OD/DS, FX1–3, DELAY, REVERB, and more. ASSIGN matrix notes included. Tags and search help you find any patch in seconds. ◆ Setlists Log the order of patches used for each gig or practice session. Look back anytime to see "what did I use at that show?" ◆ Library A unique feature that lets you save your favorite amp + cabinet combinations as Rigs. You can also record guitar, pickup, and output routing combinations. Load them as templates into patches to speed up your workflow. ◆ Anytime, Anywhere No Bluetooth or cable connection needed. View and edit your patch info on your phone — at the studio, at home, or on the go. ◆ More ・5 languages (日本語・English・Deutsch・한국어・Português) ・Dark mode UI ・Fully offline (no cloud required) ・All data stored on your device Privacy Policy: https://dev.nishimoto-learning.jp/apps/patchmemogx/privacy Terms of Use: https://dev.nishimoto-learning.jp/apps/patchmemogx/terms This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roland Corporation. BOSS and GX-1 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Roland Corporation.
SUS4 Transcribe
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Audio in. Chords and tabs out. You have a recording and you want to know what is being played. SUS4 Transcribe takes any audio file and returns the chords, the tabs, and the key parts — one per instrument where the analysis allows. The whole process runs on your device, which means it works offline and none of your audio ever leaves your phone. Per-instrument tabs mean you are not just getting a rough chord chart — you are getting a readable guitar part, a bass line, a keyboard arrangement. Export as MIDI, as a text tab, as MusicXML, or as a PDF. If you need to learn a song from a recording, this is the fastest way to do it. • Audio file transcription: chords, tabs, and MIDI from any recording • Per-instrument tabs: guitar, bass, keyboard, and more • Stem separation (requires downloadable model — coming soon) • Export formats: MIDI, text tab, MusicXML, PDF • Works with MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, AIFF • Subscribe monthly, or unlock the full SUS4 suite forever: unlimited transcriptions, per-instrument tabs, all export formats All AI processing runs on your device. Your audio never leaves your phone. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SUS4 Transcribe at every 10 days against PatchMemo GX's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. PatchMemo GX sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and SUS4 Transcribe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
PatchMemo GX ships an update every 4 months, SUS4 Transcribe every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PatchMemo GX | SUS4 Transcribe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Takashi Nishimoto | ThePaulSmith |
In-app purchases
PatchMemo GX
- Pro (Monthly)$2.491 Month
- Pro (Lifetime)$22.99
SUS4 Transcribe
- SUS4 Transcribe Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- SUS4 All-Access7 Days trial$4.991 Month





