Comparison

SynthMaker Techno vs KG

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

Head to head
About

SynthMaker Techno

Features
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SynthMaker is a compact acid bass synthesizer with a cosmic tactile control panel. Shape oscillator, filter, envelope, keyboard notes, and step patterns from a dark live synth interface.

About

KG

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[From '80s Legend to Modern Era: Put the Feel of Authentic Hardware in Your Hands] "KG-SQUARE" is an analog modeling synthesizer app that packs the aesthetics and intuitive operation of professional hardware into an iPhone-sized format. While inheriting the simplicity of its predecessor, "FX-SQUARE," this version delivers a massive upgrade to both its sound engine and UI. From thick, punchy synth basses to dreamlike, immersive pads, it features a wide range of high-quality tones ready to elevate modern music production. ◆ Key Features Highly Immersive Hardware-Style UI: Designed with lifelike 3D knobs and LED indicators, giving you the professional feel and excitement of tweaking real gear. KAOSS PHYSICS (XY Pad): Simply glide your finger across the right-side pad to dynamically control Cutoff, Resonance, and effects. Create sweeping, space-like tonal shifts in real time as you play. Two Powerful Effects: Equipped with "REVERB" for deep spatial warmth and "DELAY" to add movement to your echoes. Seamlessly blend them using dedicated knobs. Polished Sound Presets: Carefully selected, massive sounds unique to analog modeling, including MP Bass, MP Lead, MP PolySynth, and more. Smooth Playability: Features responsive mini-keys along with screen-edge protection to prevent accidental touches, keeping you focused entirely on your performance. Perfect as a companion synth for music production, on-the-go sound design, or intuitive finger-play performances. Experience the ultimate analog modeling sound today!

Screenshots

SynthMaker Techno1 screens
KG1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: KG at Free against SynthMaker Techno's $1.99. KG also leads on ads (none vs shown). SynthMaker Techno's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.5). On 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

KG is free to download; SynthMaker Techno costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
SynthMaker Techno versus KG: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSynthMaker TechnoKG
Price$1.99Free — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developersatoshi amasakiKouki Yoshimoto

In-app purchases

None

SynthMaker Techno

No in-app purchases

None

KG

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SynthMaker Techno free?
SynthMaker Techno costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is KG free?
KG is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SynthMaker Techno or KG have ads?
SynthMaker Techno shows ads; KG does not.

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