Comparison

Tera Synth vs Chomplr

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

Head to head
About

Tera Synth

Create unique sounds beyond traditional synthesizers with a modular analog and digital synthesis workstation. Combine physical modeling, wireless patching, and built-in effects for a fat, individual sound. Features a programmable arpeggiator and live playing options.

Highlights
  • Modular analog and digital synthesis
  • Physical modeling modules
  • Wireless patching and modulation routing
  • Built-in distortion, delay, chorus, phaser, and reverb effects
  • Programmable arpeggiator
  • Live playing with onscreen keyboard and MIDI support
  • Audiobus and Inter-App-Audio integration
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Tera Synth - Modular Analog Synthesizer Explore new sound spaces with Tera Synth that go beyond the emulation of synthesizer legends. Use the power of analog and digital synthesis combined with new modules for physical modelling. Wireless patching of modules combined with an intelligible modulation routing simplifies the development of new synthesizer designs from scratch. Distortion effect, Delay/Chorus/Phaser and Reverb effects give your sounds the final polishing. Tera Synth gives your music an individual character with its unique fat sound. The well-designed algorithms and the economical modular structure provides you with a comparatively high voice yield. Precise timing with the unique built-in Arpeggiator let you feel the rhythm. Tera Synth supports Audiobus and Inter-App-Audio for integration with other Music Apps. Modular Analog Synthesis • Modular synthesizer with free connections between modules. • 25 Sound Modules • 4 Low frequency oscillators • 4 Standard ADSR Envelope generators. • 4 Multi Segment Envelopes with tempo sync. • 64 time/level segments per envelope • Monophonic or polyphonic with up to 32 voices. • More than 920 factory presets, unlimited user presets can be shared. FX • Chorus with four delay lines. • 8 pole Analog Phaser. • Distortion effect with Tube/Tape emulation • Stereo Echo/Delay effect. • Hi end reverberation unit. Live • Play melodies live with the onscreen keyboard. Drag fingers for slides and vibrato. • Optionally use CoreMIDI* compatible hardware keyboard. • Dozens of scales selectable • Variable Keyboard layout for scale optimized playing Full featured programmable Arpeggiator • Uses programmable sequences with up to 32 steps. • Can trigger single notes and chords. • Unique randomizer generates Arpeggios with 100% usability. • 32 Arpeggios included, unlimited useer arpeggios possible. • For each step you can program tie, accent, transposition and note order Global • Audiobus 3 compatible (Input slot) with Preset saving. • Inter App Audio • AudioUnit AUv3 with parameter automation • Ableton Link compatible • Audio pasteboard. Copy audio recordings to Clipboard for use with other Apps • Exchange user presets with File Sharing in iTunes. • Support for MIDI input/output connections. • MIDI learn functionality.

About

Chomplr

This app allows for creative sample manipulation on iOS, enabling users to chop, edit, and add effects to audio samples. It functions as a standalone module or an AUv3 plugin for use in various music production apps. Import your own sounds or explore a royalty-free library.

Highlights
  • Unique sample chopper for iOS
  • Standalone and AUv3 plugin
  • Over 150 royalty-free stock samples
  • Built-in sample store
  • Stock FX suite
  • Chromatic sample mode
  • Detailed sample editing parameters
Features
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The Chomplr name is taken from sample "Chopping Rompler", inspired by the timeless workflow of creating music using samples to make new works. As of version 1.2.0, you can now import your own samples into Chomplr. Chomplr brings a new iOS approach to creative sample manipulation. As a standalone module or AUv3 plugin, Chomplr offers quick access to it's robust sample library and an online store is built in. Samples for use within Chomplr are royalty free. Sample data can be edited and one or more effects added and adjusted in quick and simple fashion. While a wealth of parameters are provided, the true user experience and inspiration comes from slicing, tweaking and editing while playing by ear.  Chomplr installs as an iOS AUv3 plugin instrument, compatible for use within host apps such as Garageband, Beatmaker 3, Cubasis, Audiobus, AUM, iMPC, and more. Key Features: • Unique sample chopper for iOS music making • Includes both standalone and AUv3 (plugin) capability • Compatible with Garageband, Beatmaker 3, AUM, Audiobus, Cubasis, Nano Studiok, iMPC, and many more hosts • Stock library of over 150 original, award winning samples by MSXII Sound Design. All royalty free within Chomplr. • Built-in store with hundreds of samples to preview & purchase • Stock FX such as Lofi, Echo, Flanger, LP & HP filters, Drive, Reverb & Dirt • Chromatic sample mode allowing a sample chop to be played across keys • Sample editing parameters, per chop, such as Start, End, Attack, Release, Tune, Vol, Pan, Loop, and Reverse • A comprehensive user manual available at: msxaudio.com/pages/iosapps • Robust roadmap that includes many features to come! Series of Chomplr videos to get you going: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTD5F5uQpHAvUctTuQyROmMlkKZo9guGj Info on all MSXII Sound Design Apps: https://www.msxaudio.com/pages/iosapps Join the user forum for tips/tricks/support: https://www.msxaudio.com/community/chat Visit us: https://msxaudio.com Peace, love, & blessings to all. Thank you for checking out Chomplr.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tera Synth at 4.8 against Chomplr's 4.0. Tera Synth also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 20) and review sentiment (86% vs 56%). Chomplr's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and iOS requirement 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

Tera Synth costs $1.99 and Chomplr $4.99 up front. Chomplr sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Tera Synth asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tera Synth holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 102 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Tera Synth's written reviews are positive against 56% of Chomplr's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tera Synth ships an update every 4 months, Chomplr every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Tera Synth versus Chomplr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTera SynthChomplr
Price$1.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.8 (27 ratings) — better4.0 (102 ratings)
Positive reviews86.4% of reviews — better56.3% of reviews
Number of ratings27102 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB1.3 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarry GohsMSXII Sound Design

Customer experience

Tera Synth

All ratings27 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral11.4%
Negative2.3%

Chomplr

All ratings102 ratings
Positive68.6%
Neutral14.7%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral21.3%
Negative22.5%

Bugs and requests

Tera Synth

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Chomplr

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • Store update not working
  • UI chopped off on iPad Mini
  • Purchased sound packs not accessible after reinstall
  • Purchased sound packs disappear
  • Glitchy in GarageBand, loses trigger points
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  • Dropped triggers randomly
  • Purchased samples not loading
  • Play button doesn't work in shop
  • Crashes when opening store
  • Packs won't download, appear and disappear
  • Selecting ranges (start/end points) jumps
  • Purchased samples don't load after changing iPads
  • App crashes after 30-40 mins standalone
  • UI out of place in Key Settings on iPhone
  • Option to delete imported sample is greyed out
  • Restore purchases not working
  • App crashes when launching sample purchase feature
  • State saving issues (samples changed after reload)
  • Connectivity issues with Audiobus

Requested features

21 requests
  • Ability to cut samples within the app
  • Add new sample packs
  • Velocity sensitivity for MIDI controllers
  • Save and share projects
  • Save favorite selections in browser
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  • Rename samples in browser
  • Search bar in browser
  • Ability to save project state/chop edits
  • Zoom in on waveform
  • Record button
  • MIDI Learn for controllers
  • User sample import (major request)
  • Snap to zero crossing for chop points
  • Pinch to zoom waveform
  • More keys on keyboard view
  • More effects/resampling
  • Organize samples by BPM and key
  • Cloud-based file size reduction
  • Connect Bluetooth MIDI controllers
  • Basic transient detect function
  • Pads option instead of keyboard

In-app purchases

None

Tera Synth

No in-app purchases

20 purchases

Chomplr

One-time20
  • Power Play Sessions$0.99
  • Strummed Soul Vol.1$0.99
  • Loops from 1984 Vol.1$0.99
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  • Circa 1996$0.99
  • Lofi Jazz Guitar v2$0.99
  • Synthesized Soul 2$0.99
  • Psychedelic Soul Vol. 2$0.99
  • Trap Melodics v1$0.99
  • Bungalow Drums 2$0.99
  • Muted Horns Loop Pack 2$0.99
  • Lofi Jazz Guitar Vol.1$0.99
  • Muted Horns Loop Pack 1$0.99
  • Trap Melodics v3$0.99
  • 70's Soul Aesthetcis$1.99
  • Cassettes & Pedals Vol.1$1.99
  • Ivory Soul Vol.1$1.99
  • Black Luxury Collection 1$1.99
  • Lo-Fly Drums Vol. 1$1.99
  • Pro Feature-Sample Import$2.99
  • Cassettes & Pedals Vol.2$2.99

Questions

Is Tera Synth free?
Tera Synth costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chomplr free?
Chomplr costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tera Synth or Chomplr?
Tera Synth is rated higher. Tera Synth averages 4.8 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Chomplr averages 4.0 from 102 ratings.
Do Tera Synth or Chomplr have ads?
Neither Tera Synth nor Chomplr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tera Synth or Chomplr?
Tera Synth ships an update every 4 months, and Chomplr every 3 days. Most recently, Tera Synth was updated on October 7, 2026 and Chomplr on October 6, 2026.

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