Comparison

NuSaw vs PX1 FM Synth

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

Head to head
About

NuSaw

Create massive, detuned '90s dance sounds with this polyphonic synthesizer. Features a stack of sawtooth oscillators, a resonant filter, and a full effects chain. Generate dynamic patches with LFOs, a modulation matrix, and an arpeggiator.

Highlights
  • Polyphonic SuperSaw engine
  • Detuned sawtooth oscillators
  • Resonant low-pass filter
  • Full effects chain (chorus, delay, reverb, drive)
  • Multiple LFOs and modulation matrix
  • Sequenced gate and arpeggiator
  • AUv3 plugin and standalone app
Features
Currently charting
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NuSaw is a polyphonic SuperSaw synthesizer: the huge, detuned '90s dance sound, built for accuracy and tuned to fill the room. At its heart is a stack of 3 to 25 detuned sawtooth oscillators with a sine sub, a resonant lowpass filter, and dual ADSR envelopes for amp and filter. On top sits a full effects chain: an accurately modeled chorus, a tempo-syncable stereo ping-pong delay, plate reverb, and drive. Motion is built in: three LFOs, a flexible modulation matrix, a sequenced gate, and an arpeggiator, so patches breathe, wobble, all on their own. • 50+ factory presets: leads, basses, stabs, pads, strings, arps, and keys • Authentically modeled SuperSaw engine with accurate drift and stereo spread • FX rack with authentic chorus + ping-pong delay + reverb + drive • 3 LFOs, mod matrix, sequenced gate, and arpeggiator • Resonant switchable filter, with slope control and key tracking • Save and share your own patches • AUv3 plug-in for AUM, Logic, GarageBand, Cubasis, and more, plus a full standalone app with an on-screen keyboard Whether you're chasing a festival trance lead, a snarling Reese bass, or a wide evolving pad, NuSaw gets you there fast. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Roland Corporation. Roland, JP-8000 and JP-8080 are trademarks of Roland Corporation, used for reference only.

About

PX1 FM Synth

Create rich, wide stereo sounds with a dual-engine FM synthesizer. Explore classic 1980s digital synth tones, from electric pianos to metallic bells, with extensive operator and envelope controls. It functions as a standalone app or an AUv3 plugin for music production.

Highlights
  • Dual independent 6-operator FM engines
  • 32 classic FM algorithms
  • Per-operator envelopes and pan
  • Five macro knobs for sound shaping
  • Built-in reverb
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • Random patch generator
Features
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PX1 is a dual-engine FM synthesizer inspired by the classic 6-operator digital synths of the 1980s. Each engine features six operators, 32 algorithms, and full envelope control — giving you everything from glassy electric pianos and punchy basses to evolving pads and metallic bells. What makes PX1 special is the dual-engine architecture. Two completely independent FM voices run side by side. Copy one engine to the other, make subtle changes, then use the Spread control to place them across the stereo field. The result is a lush, wide sound that a single FM engine simply cannot produce. FEATURES • Two independent 6-operator FM engines • 32 classic FM algorithms • Per-operator envelopes (4 rates + 4 levels) • Per-operator pan for detailed stereo placement • Five macro knobs — Brightness, Touch, Attack, Decay, Spread • Copy/Paste between engines for instant layering • Random patch generator exploring the classic FM sound palette • Built-in reverb (Size, Damp, Amount) • Mono, Legato, and Portamento modes • LFO with triangle, saw, square, and random waveforms • Pitch bend range and transpose controls • Key velocity sensitivity per operator • Keyboard rate scaling and level scaling • Operator Key Sync on/off for consistent or organic attacks AUv3 PLUGIN PX1 works as a standalone instrument and as an Audio Unit v3 plugin. Load it directly inside GarageBand, Logic Pro, AUM, Cubasis, or any AUv3-compatible host. Full parameter automation is supported — record knob movements in your DAW and play them back. DESIGNED FOR MUSICIANS The interface stays close to the original FM programming model that experienced synthesists know, while macro controls make it approachable for anyone. Turn one knob and shape the entire sound; dive into individual operators when you want surgical control. LISTEN TO EXAMPLES Hear PX1 in action — sound demos are available at: https://soundcloud.com/peter-sj-gren/sets/px1-demo Requires no in-app purchases. No subscriptions. No ads. No tracking.

Screenshots

NuSaw4 screens
PX1 FM Synth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NuSaw at every 2 days against PX1 FM Synth's every 2 weeks. NuSaw also leads on chart position (#194 vs unranked) and price ($6.99 vs $7.99). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

NuSaw costs $6.99 and PX1 FM Synth $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NuSaw against 5.0 for PX1 FM Synth. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NuSaw ships an update every 2 days, PX1 FM Synth every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
NuSaw versus PX1 FM Synth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNuSawPX1 FM Synth
Price$6.99 — better$7.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#194 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCharles VestalPeter Sjogren

Customer experience

NuSaw

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PX1 FM Synth

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

NuSaw

No in-app purchases

None

PX1 FM Synth

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NuSaw free?
NuSaw costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PX1 FM Synth free?
PX1 FM Synth costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NuSaw or PX1 FM Synth?
NuSaw and PX1 FM Synth are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do NuSaw or PX1 FM Synth have ads?
Neither NuSaw nor PX1 FM Synth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NuSaw or PX1 FM Synth?
NuSaw ships an update every 2 days, and PX1 FM Synth every 2 weeks. Most recently, NuSaw was updated on October 25, 2026 and PX1 FM Synth on October 25, 2026.

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