# GranSample vs Resonance Orb

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Resonance Orb at none against GranSample's 1. Resonance Orb also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). GranSample's advantage is ratings volume (16 vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GranSample sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Resonance Orb asks for nothing beyond the download.

Resonance Orb holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GranSample has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | GranSample | Resonance Orb |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gransample-granular-sampler/id6760527944/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resonance-orb/id6800087078/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **16** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 17 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chih Han Lin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800248325) | [DERRICK LAWWAH CHANSEW](https://appshunter.io/developer/1890242669) |

## What reviewers say

### GranSample

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gransample-granular-sampler/id6760527944)

This app offers a 16-pad sampler with a powerful granular engine for sculpting unique audio textures and sequencing patterns. It functions as a standalone application and an AUv3 plugin for popular DAWs. Unlock advanced features with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** 16-pad granular sampler, AUv3 plugin support, Step sequencer, Modulation matrix, Sample chopping, Kit sharing, Per-pad effects

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GranSample Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


### Resonance Orb

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resonance-orb/id6800087078)

Explore harmonic soundscapes with a visual instrument. Tap to play tones from generative chord progressions, with each semitone mapped to a unique color. Switch between various instrument textures for a calming and immersive listening experience.

**Highlights:** Ambient audiovisual instrument, Generative chord movement, Expressive touch interaction, Real-time visuals, Multiple instrument textures (piano, pad, marimba, Rhodes, vibraphone), Harmonic exploration

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GranSample free?

GranSample is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Resonance Orb free?

Resonance Orb is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GranSample or Resonance Orb?

Resonance Orb is rated higher. GranSample averages 4.6 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Resonance Orb averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do GranSample or Resonance Orb have ads?

Neither GranSample nor Resonance Orb shows ads.

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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.*