Comparison

Overdrive Pedal vs Contrapunctus

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

Head to head
About

Overdrive Pedal

Features
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Professional Overdrive Processing for iOS Overdrive Pro AUv3 delivers authentic analog warmth powered by Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) technology, bringing legendary overdrive circuits to your iOS workflow with uncompromising audio quality and flexible routing capabilities. Key Features: • Neural Amp Modeler Integration — Multiple NAM-powered overdrive models capturing the nuanced response of legendary tube-screamer inspired circuits • Model Selection Control — Intuitive model selector to choose from various authentic overdrive voicings, each with distinct tonal characteristics • Precision Tone Shaping — Dedicated tone control for detailed frequency sculpting and output level adjustment • Virtual Channel Routing — Flexible virtual channel configuration for seamless integration with Studio Camera and professional audio workflows • AUv3 Plugin Architecture — Native AUv3 support enables operation within Studio Camera and any compatible host application • Standalone Operation — Independent mode for practice, jamming, and quick tone exploration without host dependencies • Zero-Latency Processing — Studio-quality audio engine optimized for real-time performance • Professional Design — Vintage pedal aesthetics combined with modern audio engineering standards Technical Specifications: - Audio Unit v3 (AUv3) compatible - Low-latency real-time operation - Inter-App Audio support - Universal iOS compatibility Perfect For: Guitarists seeking authentic analog warmth, producers requiring reliable overdrive processing, and mobile musicians who demand professional-grade tools. Whether you require subtle blues grit or full rock saturation, Overdrive Pro AUv3 delivers consistent, high-quality results across any iOS production environment.

About

Contrapunctus

Create a second, independent musical line to accompany your melody. Draw or import music, and the app generates compliant counterpoint, offering various options and customization. Export your compositions in standard formats for use in other music software.

Highlights
  • Generate independent counterpoint melodies
  • Draw melodies or import MIDI/MusicXML
  • Real-time rule engine for voice-leading
  • Customizable voice movement and harmony
  • Standard notation preview
  • MIDI and MusicXML export
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Give your melody a second voice. Contrapunctus writes counterpoint. Draw a melody on a simple grid — or import a MIDI or MusicXML file — and it composes a genuinely independent second line against it: real first-species counterpoint, obeying the voice-leading rules right down to the cadence. HOW IT WORKS • Draw a melody on the timeline (leave a gap for a rest), import MIDI/MusicXML, or type it in. • Contrapunctus generates a legal counter-line above or below, updating live. • Cycle the distinct valid options — ranked best first — and pick the one your ear likes. • Shape it with two dials: how strictly it favors sweet 3rds and 6ths, and how independently the voice moves. WHAT'S INSIDE • A real rule engine — no parallel fifths or octaves, proper cadences, and a musica-ficta toggle that raises the leading tone in modal keys. • Works in every mode: major, dorian, aeolian and the rest. • Live standard-notation preview of both voices. • MIDI and MusicXML import and export — for MuseScore, Sibelius, Dorico, Finale, or your DAW. • Fully offline. No account, no sign-in, no ads, no in-app purchases. • Private by design — Contrapunctus collects nothing. Your music never leaves your phone unless you export it. Contrapunctus is by Songdeed.

Screenshots

Overdrive Pedal4 screens
Contrapunctus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Overdrive Pedal at $0.99 against Contrapunctus's $4.99. Contrapunctus's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Overdrive Pedal costs $0.99 and Contrapunctus $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Overdrive Pedal versus Contrapunctus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOverdrive PedalContrapunctus
Price$0.99 — better$4.99
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRafael Guilherme BertholdoEVAN TRACEN POWERS

In-app purchases

None

Overdrive Pedal

No in-app purchases

None

Contrapunctus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Overdrive Pedal free?
Overdrive Pedal costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Contrapunctus free?
Contrapunctus costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Overdrive Pedal or Contrapunctus have ads?
Neither Overdrive Pedal nor Contrapunctus shows ads.

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