Comparison

iConnectivity iConfig vs Async Sampler

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

Head to head
About

iConnectivity iConfig

Configure and manage advanced MIDI routing and audio settings for iConnectivity MIDI interfaces. Save and load custom routing configurations to simplify complex setups. Name inputs and process MIDI data in various ways.

Highlights
  • MIDI routing configuration
  • Audio settings management
  • Save and load routing snapshots
  • Name input sources
  • Selective MIDI routing
  • MIDI processing options
Features
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iConnectivity iConfig is a companion app to iConnectivity's MIDI interfaces. iConnectivity iConfig provides access to some sophisticated MIDI features in the iConnectivity MIDI interface connected to your system, as well as the audio settings. It allows you to save and open complete routing and processing Snapshot files that make working with sophisticated systems very simple. You can name inputs, route MIDI selectively, and process MIDI in various ways.

About

Async Sampler

Create captivating sound collages, dynamic textures, and rhythmic patterns with this powerful musical instrument. It offers asynchronous and synchronous playback modes, a versatile LFO, and an effects processor to elevate your sound design.

Highlights
  • Standalone and AUv3 versions
  • Three independent samplers
  • Extensive sample library
  • Upload your own samples
  • Asynchronous and synchronous playback
  • Flexible LFO system
  • Effects processor
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Async Sampler, a powerful musical instrument designed to bring your soundscapes to life. This flexible tool is dedicated to crafting captivating sound collages, dynamic asynchronous textures, rhythmic patterns, and rich sound designs. It opens up a world of creative possibilities, making it the perfect companion for music producers, sound designers, ambient, and noise enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned musician or a curious explorer, Async Sampler is here to inspire and elevate your musical journey. App comes with a rich library of unique samples, and you can easily upload and use your own sounds. Async Sampler fundamentally consists of three samplers that can reproduce sound asynchronously, meaning they can operate without being tied to a specific BPM, or synchronously, using an external MIDI clock source or the tempo of your project if you're using Async Sampler as an AUv3 plugin. The instrument features a versatile LFO that allows you to control any parameter. Async includes an effects processor and a master bus section. Also, you have the option to use external MIDI controllers, save and load your custom presets and samples, among other features. Key features: — Standalone and AUv3 versions — Three independent samplers — Extensive sample library out of the box — Ability to upload your own samples — Asynchronous and synchronous playback modes for each sample — Flexible LFO system that can control almost any parameter — Effects processor — Ability to save presets — And much more

Screenshots

iConnectivity iConfig4 screens
Async Sampler3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Async Sampler at 78% against iConnectivity iConfig's 20%. Async Sampler also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.7) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). iConnectivity iConfig's advantage is price (Free vs $14.99) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 11.0). On ratings volume, ads, 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

iConnectivity iConfig is free to download; Async Sampler costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Async Sampler holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of iConnectivity iConfig's written reviews are positive against 78% of Async Sampler's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iConnectivity iConfig ships an update every 3 months, Async Sampler every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iConnectivity iConfig versus Async Sampler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriConnectivity iConfigAsync Sampler
PriceFree — better$14.99
Rating1.7 (27 ratings)4.5 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27 — better18
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB235 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiConnectivitySergei Zhulkov

Customer experience

iConnectivity iConfig

All ratings27 ratings
Positive14.8%
Neutral3.7%
Negative81.5%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative72.5%

Async Sampler

All ratings18 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

In-app purchases

None

iConnectivity iConfig

No in-app purchases

None

Async Sampler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iConnectivity iConfig free?
iConnectivity iConfig is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Async Sampler free?
Async Sampler costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iConnectivity iConfig or Async Sampler?
Async Sampler is rated higher. iConnectivity iConfig averages 1.7 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Async Sampler averages 4.5 from 18 ratings.
Do iConnectivity iConfig or Async Sampler have ads?
Neither iConnectivity iConfig nor Async Sampler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iConnectivity iConfig or Async Sampler?
iConnectivity iConfig ships an update every 3 months, and Async Sampler every 2 weeks. Most recently, iConnectivity iConfig was updated on October 14, 2026 and Async Sampler on September 30, 2026.

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