# Artis Sound Editor vs Patch Base

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Artis Sound Editor at none against Patch Base's 31. Artis Sound Editor also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). Patch Base's advantage is review sentiment (53% vs 33%) and ratings volume (87 vs 3). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Patch Base sells 31 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Artis Sound Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.3 for Artis Sound Editor against 3.4 for Patch Base. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Patch Base has 87 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Artis Sound Editor's written reviews are positive against 53% of Patch Base's.

Artis Sound Editor ships an update every 2 months, Patch Base every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Artis Sound Editor | Patch Base |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artis-sound-editor/id797796299/reviews) | **[3.4 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patch-base/id1070270299/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **87** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **52.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SoundTower Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/757478129) | [Coffeeshopped LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/316294867) |

## What reviewers say

### Artis Sound Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artis-sound-editor/id797796299)

This tool allows for the editing and manipulation of sound programs and multi-mode parameters for Kurzweil Artis synthesizers. It offers features like a program channel mixer, layer manipulation, and real-time editing via USB/MIDI or wireless connection.

**Highlights:** Program Channel Mixer, Program Common parameter editing, Program Layer manipulation, MIDI Continuous Controller tools, Real-time Multi Mode parameter editing, Import Multi Zones, Transmit/receive Programs and Multi data

**In-app purchases:** none


### Patch Base

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patch-base/id1070270299)

This app allows users to visualize, edit, and organize patches for a wide range of hardware synthesizers. It offers real-time parameter editing, patch bank management, and the ability to create random or initial patches. Users can also test sounds with an on-screen keyboard.

**Highlights:** Visualize synth patches, Real-time parameter editing, Manage patch banks, Create random patches, On-screen keyboard for sound testing, Extensive synthesizer support

**In-app purchases (31)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Patch Base: Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| All Access: Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Casio CZ-101 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Oberheim Matrix-6r | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha DX7 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha TX7 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Ensoniq ESQ-1 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Korg Volca FM | $29.99 | one-time |
| Korg microKorg | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland JD-Xi | $29.99 | one-time |
| Korg Minilogue | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland JV-1080 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Waldorf Blofeld | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland D-50 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland D-05 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland D-110 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Novation Bass Station II | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha DX100 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Access Virus TI Snow | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha TG33 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland JV-1010 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha SY77 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland XV-5050 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha TX81Z | $29.99 | one-time |
| Oberheim Matrix-1000 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Korg Volca FM2 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Oberheim Matrix-6 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha DX7II | $29.99 | one-time |
| Roland JV-880 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Yamaha Reface DX | $29.99 | one-time |
| All Access | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and logical interface design
- 🎛️ Comprehensive parameter editing for supported synths
- 💾 Excellent patch management and librarian features
- 📱 Works seamlessly across iPad and Mac
- 🔄 iCloud integration for patch backup and sync

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High pricing model ($30 per synth or subscription)
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- ❌ No free trial without subscription commitment
- 📖 Poor documentation and lack of tutorials
- 🔌 Inconsistent MIDI connectivity and configuration

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS 14.2 and other versions
- MIDI buffer full errors with DX7IIFD
- Sysex transfer stalls and timeouts
- Cannot access operators 4-6 on Volca FM
- Algorithm changes crash app

**Requested features**

- MFB Dominion 1 editor
- Arturia Microfreak randomizer
- Novation Circuit Tracks support
- Korg Wavestate editor
- Roland MKS-70 and MKS-80 controllers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Artis Sound Editor free?

Artis Sound Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Patch Base free?

Patch Base is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Artis Sound Editor or Patch Base?

Patch Base is rated higher. Artis Sound Editor averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Patch Base averages 3.4 from 87 ratings.

### Do Artis Sound Editor or Patch Base have ads?

Neither Artis Sound Editor nor Patch Base shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Artis Sound Editor or Patch Base?

Artis Sound Editor ships an update every 2 months, and Patch Base every 3 weeks. Most recently, Artis Sound Editor was updated on October 23, 2026 and Patch Base on October 24, 2026.

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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.*