# Pixelsynth vs LiveBand Studio

The clearest difference is rating: Pixelsynth at 5.0 against LiveBand Studio's 3.5. Pixelsynth also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LiveBand Studio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pixelsynth asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pixelsynth holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixelsynth | LiveBand Studio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelsynth-auv3-visual-synth/id6804130647/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/liveband-studio/id6809209539/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [de Bastion, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871510214) | [Giovanni Emanuele Spina](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868061440) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixelsynth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelsynth-auv3-visual-synth/id6804130647)

This app transforms musical input into a vibrant visual experience, allowing users to see and shape their sound in real-time. It offers a playful and immediate way to create music, with all controls and feedback displayed on a single screen. Designed by a Deaf musician, it prioritizes visual feedback as an integral part of the instrument.

**Highlights:** Real-time visual sound shaping, Interactive 16-pad grid, Adjustable waveforms, filters, and envelopes, LFO, delay, and reverb effects, AUv3 instrument compatibility, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### LiveBand Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/liveband-studio/id6809209539)

Create music with friends by playing virtual instruments, recording performances, and collaborating in shared band rooms. Explore various instruments and build your band's sound together.

**Highlights:** Play 6 virtual instruments, Record and playback performances, Create or join band rooms, Find and connect with musicians, Offline instrument practice, Organize music projects

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixelsynth free?

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

### Is LiveBand Studio free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pixelsynth or LiveBand Studio?

Pixelsynth is rated higher. Pixelsynth averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while LiveBand Studio averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Pixelsynth or LiveBand Studio have ads?

LiveBand Studio shows ads; Pixelsynth does not.

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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.*