Comparison

Theremini Advanced Software Editor vs Cyclop for iPad

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

Head to head
About

Theremini Advanced Software Editor

This application allows users to deeply customize and manage sounds for their Moog Theremini hardware synthesizer. It provides tools to create new presets, edit existing ones, and organize sound libraries. Users can also access an exclusive library of new presets to enhance their creative process.

Highlights
  • Create new presets
  • Edit existing presets
  • Craft new sounds in real-time
  • Manage preset libraries
  • Share sound libraries
  • Edit global settings
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Unlock your Theremini’s previously unseen world of sonic features with The Moog Theremini Advanced Software Editor. This editor puts the power of sound design in your hands by allowing you to access new layers of the Theremini’s synthesis engine. Easily craft new and exciting sounds for your Moog Theremini, re-sculpt existing presets, and share your sonic creations with others. The Moog Theremini Advanced Software Editor also includes an exclusive library of new presets to kick-start your creative process. NOTE: This application does not make sound by itself. It is an editor librarian app for the Moog Theremini. To use this app, the user must have a Lightning to USB host adapter (for iPads with Lightning connector) or the Apple Camera Connection Kit (for iPads with 30pin connector) and a mini USB cable. FEATURES Create new presets Edit existing presets Craft new sounds in real-time while playing your Moog Theremini Create or edit preset libraries with built in Library Manager Unlimited preset storage Share libraries of sounds via email or iTunes file sharing Edit the Theremini’s global settings Built in Editor User Manual, Theremini User Manual, and Quick Start Guide Simple drag-and-drop preset library Quick Save for instantly editing an existing sound

About

Cyclop for iPad

This app is a monophonic synthesizer designed to create powerful, deep bass sounds. It offers extensive sound design possibilities with a versatile modulation system, integrated effects, and real-time control. Ideal for electronic music production, it delivers unique and thick low-end frequencies.

Highlights
  • Monophonic bass synthesizer
  • Advanced sound design capabilities
  • Integrated effects sequencer
  • Versatile modulation system
  • Real-time control knobs
  • Preset browser with iCloud sync
  • Full MIDI support
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Cyclop is a monophonic synthesizer. It does one thing very well: delivering cutting-edge digital madness at the low end of the frequency spectrum to unleash monstrous bass sounds to the mobile world. Cyclop is the master of subs, beautifully controlling even the lowest notes, always sounding stomach-rumblingly thick. It uses mid/side processing to introduce stereo imaging between 250Hz and 4kHz. This ensures wide, interesting sounds that retain their punch and bass. There are no phasing issues, which means Cyclop cuts through the mix very nicely. Enjoy an incredible depth of sound design possibilities, great real-time control with the Wobble Knob and FX knob. Integrated effects sequencer, vast modulation system and the preset browser will take your inspiration to new levels. FEATURES AT A GLANCE: • Audio Unit v3 & Standalone • Monophonic Bass Synthesizer • 6x2 Synthesiser Engines, 10x2 Filter Engines • Analog Sync, FM, Sample Transformer, Spectromat, Saw Regiment, Phase Stressor • Vowel Filter Mode • Free Signal Flow for 2 Oscillators, Filters and Distortions. • Incredibly versatile modulation system • Multi FX Knob/Sequencer • Powerful Preset Browser with tagging and rating • Preset iCloud Sync • Full MIDI Support (Virtual, Network, External) • Transformer import: Audiocopy, Audioshare, Music Library • Ableton Link DJ Mag: “It is decidedly digital-sounding, but not in a bad way, and as the growing list of fans proves, it can be turned to good use in just about any electronic genre, past, present and (probably) future.” Rating: 9.5/10 Producer Spot: “Very good for his complexity, very versatile and easy to use if you need sub bass sound for your productions. Sugar Bytes offers High quality and good prices with all their products.” Rating: 9.5/10 Computer Music: “Anyone will find it powerful and unique-sounding, adding spice to existing tracks and inspiring new ones.” Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cyclop for iPad at 4.7 against Theremini Advanced Software Editor's 3.8. Cyclop for iPad also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 60%) and ratings volume (84 vs 13). Theremini Advanced Software Editor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. Cyclop for iPad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Theremini Advanced Software Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cyclop for iPad holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cyclop for iPad has 84 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Theremini Advanced Software Editor's written reviews are positive against 74% of Cyclop for iPad's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Theremini Advanced Software Editor ships an update every 4 months, Cyclop for iPad every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and August 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Theremini Advanced Software Editor versus Cyclop for iPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTheremini Advanced Software EditorCyclop for iPad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (13 ratings)4.7 (84 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews74.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1384 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPad
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB299 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMoog Music Inc.Sugar Bytes GmbH

Customer experience

Theremini Advanced Software Editor

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Cyclop for iPad

All ratings84 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.2%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive74.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative18.0%

In-app purchases

None

Theremini Advanced Software Editor

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Cyclop for iPad

One-time1
  • Cyclop Full Version$24.99

Questions

Is Theremini Advanced Software Editor free?
Theremini Advanced Software Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cyclop for iPad free?
Cyclop for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Theremini Advanced Software Editor or Cyclop for iPad?
Cyclop for iPad is rated higher. Theremini Advanced Software Editor averages 3.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Cyclop for iPad averages 4.7 from 84 ratings.
Do Theremini Advanced Software Editor or Cyclop for iPad have ads?
Neither Theremini Advanced Software Editor nor Cyclop for iPad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Theremini Advanced Software Editor or Cyclop for iPad?
Theremini Advanced Software Editor ships an update every 4 months, and Cyclop for iPad every 2 months. Most recently, Theremini Advanced Software Editor was updated on June 1, 2026 and Cyclop for iPad on August 10, 2026.

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