PocketChop vs KG
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
PocketChop
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PocketChop allows you to catch sounds and turn them into loops. Load a song (or record a sound), slice it into chops, and play them instantly on a 16-pad grid. Record patterns with a built-in sequencer, shape every pad with attack, release, filter and level, and add delay, reverb and pitch ā all in a fast, focused interface designed for the way you actually make beats. Features: ⢠Waveform chopping ā drag to slice, pinch to zoom, up to 16 chops per sample ⢠24 velocity-fast pads with per-pad ADSR, low-pass filter, level, delay, reverb and pitch ⢠Record your full mix to M4A, or capture raw audio with the built-in field recorder ⢠Sessions ā save your chops, patterns and settings and pick up where you left off ⢠MIDI & Bluetooth connectivity: use your physical MIDI device to play ⢠Scenes: save multiple sequences and chops from the same sample, choose the best ⢠Export individual chops as audio files ⢠Dark and light themes ⢠Built natively for iPhone and iPad No account. No subscription. Audio stays on device.
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. ā 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!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PocketChop at every 10 days against KG's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PocketChop ships an update every 10 days, KG every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PocketChop | KG |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days ā better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 ā better | 26.5 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fabio Antonucci | Kouki Yoshimoto |
In-app purchases
PocketChop
No in-app purchases
KG
No in-app purchases







