# PC3K Sound Editor vs VB3

The clearest difference is rating: PC3K Sound Editor at 5.0 against VB3's 3.5. PC3K Sound Editor also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (67% vs 50%). VB3's advantage is ratings volume (16 vs 2). On price and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VB3 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. PC3K Sound Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

PC3K Sound Editor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VB3 has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of PC3K Sound Editor's written reviews are positive against 50% of VB3's.

## The numbers

| Metric | PC3K Sound Editor | VB3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pc3k-sound-editor/id797862182/reviews)** | [3.5 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vb3-ii/id6464588684/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 40 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPad** | — |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SoundTower Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/757478129) | [Genuine Soundware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560880481) |

## What reviewers say

### PC3K Sound Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pc3k-sound-editor/id797862182)

This tool allows for the editing and manipulation of sound programs and setups for the Kurzweil PC3K synthesizer. It offers real-time parameter adjustments, layer management, and data transfer capabilities directly from an iPad.

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### VB3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vb3-ii/id6464588684)

This app emulates a classic tonewheel organ, offering advanced sound modeling and effects. It includes a session recorder, audio player for backing tracks, and extensive MIDI control for live performance and production.

**Highlights:** Tonewheel engine and rotary simulator, Ring Modulator and Delay effects, Session Recorder (MIDI & WAV), Built-in Audio Player, Extensive MIDI control and mapping, Touch-friendly interface with drawbar views

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Log-in to your GSi account | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Pro Features | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PC3K Sound Editor free?

PC3K Sound Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is VB3 free?

VB3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PC3K Sound Editor or VB3?

PC3K Sound Editor is rated higher. PC3K Sound Editor averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while VB3 averages 3.5 from 16 ratings.

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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.*