# G.ROUND vs Vinyl Layer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vinyl Layer at none against G.ROUND's 2. Vinyl Layer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. G.ROUND sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Vinyl Layer asks for nothing beyond the download.

G.ROUND ships an update every 3 months, Vinyl Layer fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | G.ROUND | Vinyl Layer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinyl-layer-record-ambience/id6789688065/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 32 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Paolo Giorgi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481916003) | [Isaac Rose](https://appshunter.io/developer/6785245488) |

## What reviewers say

### G.ROUND

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ground/id6785071360)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| G.ROUND Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| G.ROUND Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### Vinyl Layer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinyl-layer-record-ambience/id6789688065)

Enhance your music playback with the cozy texture of a spinning record. Choose from four distinct vinyl-inspired moods and adjust crackle and texture levels to create a unique listening experience. Designed to work with other audio apps, it offers a simple, beautiful interface.

**Highlights:** Four vinyl-inspired sound layers, Adjustable crackle and texture controls, Sleep timer, Background audio support, CarPlay support, No account or ads required

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is G.ROUND free?

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

### Is Vinyl Layer free?

Vinyl Layer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do G.ROUND or Vinyl Layer have ads?

Neither G.ROUND nor Vinyl Layer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, G.ROUND or Vinyl Layer?

G.ROUND ships an update every 3 months, and Vinyl Layer fortnightly. Most recently, G.ROUND was updated on October 31, 2026 and Vinyl Layer on October 31, 2026.

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