# GENOME Amp Simulator vs GP Tone Builder

The clearest difference is rating: GP Tone Builder at 5.0 against GENOME Amp Simulator's 4.6. GP Tone Builder also leads on device support (3 vs 1). GENOME Amp Simulator's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GENOME Amp Simulator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and GP Tone Builder sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GP Tone Builder holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

GENOME Amp Simulator ships an update every 11 days, GP Tone Builder every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GENOME Amp Simulator | GP Tone Builder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genome-amp-simulator/id6759730714/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gp-tone-builder/id6760564651/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 562 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Two notes Audio Engineering](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451579408) | [aziz bou harb](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885005681) |

## What reviewers say

### GENOME Amp Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genome-amp-simulator/id6759730714)

This app offers a comprehensive suite for guitarists, featuring amp modeling, effects, and virtual cabinets. It allows for precise sound shaping and customization of signal chains for both studio and live use.

**Highlights:** All-in-one amp modeler, FX suite and virtual cabinet engine, Customizable signal chain routing, TSM™-Ai Amplifiers, Extensive pedal collection, DynIR™ Virtual Cabinets, Studio-grade FX

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GENOME iOS Sub | $8.99 | per month |
| GENOME Suite iOS Sub | $19.99 | per month |
| Access Pass | $49.99 | one-time |
| Dirty Boy All Access | $99.99 | one-time |
| GENOME iOS | $129.99 | one-time |
| GENOME Suite Upgrade iOS | $179.99 | one-time |
| GENOME Suite iOS | $299.99 | one-time |


### GP Tone Builder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gp-tone-builder/id6760564651)

This app uses AI to analyze the guitar or bass tone of any song and create playable patches for your Valeton multi-effects processor. It isolates tracks, analyzes spectral features, and maps tones to your device's effects via Bluetooth.

**Highlights:** AI tone analysis for guitar and bass, Bluetooth patch transfer, Song audio separation, Multi-section tone mapping, Direct hardware integration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GENOME Amp Simulator free?

GENOME Amp Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GP Tone Builder free?

GP Tone Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GENOME Amp Simulator or GP Tone Builder?

GP Tone Builder is rated higher. GENOME Amp Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while GP Tone Builder averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do GENOME Amp Simulator or GP Tone Builder have ads?

Neither GENOME Amp Simulator nor GP Tone Builder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GENOME Amp Simulator or GP Tone Builder?

GENOME Amp Simulator ships an update every 11 days, and GP Tone Builder every 3 weeks. Most recently, GENOME Amp Simulator was updated on October 6, 2026 and GP Tone Builder on October 7, 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.*