pyxis minor vs Zynth
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
pyxis minor
Create unique music with this intuitive instrument, sequencer, and synthesizer. Record sequences in real-time and adjust synthesis parameters for a personalized sound. Connect with friends to make music together.
- Real-time sequence recording
- Adjustable synthesis parameters
- Intuitive user interface
- Multi-device music creation
- Sleek aesthetic
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pyxis minor is a novel instrument / sequencer / synthesizer. Users play and record sequences in real time and are able to play with various synthesis parameters to create a tailored musical experience. Bright colour, sleek aesthetic and intuitive user interfacing allows users of any age and prior musical experience / training to have a truly unique creative, musical experience. Connect up to two devices together to play music with your friends.
Zynth
This app transforms your device into an expressive electronic instrument. Create unique soundscapes using touch, tilt, and motion with an intuitive interface. It offers multiple waveforms, built-in effects, and dynamic visualizations.
- Gesture-based sound control
- Multiple waveforms (sine, square, triangle, sawtooth)
- Built-in audio effects (echo, pitch, modulation)
- Dynamic visualization
- Customizable themes
- Beginner-friendly and advanced options
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Transform your device into an expressive electronic instrument that responds to touch, tilt, and motion. Create hypnotic soundscapes with an intuitive interface inspired by the theremin and modern synthesis techniques. Features: - Gesture-based sound control with responsive visual feedback - Multiple waveforms: sine, square, triangle, and sawtooth - Built-in audio effects including echo, pitch, and modulation - Dynamic visualization that moves with your music - Dark and light themes with customizable color palettes - Simple enough for beginners, deep enough for experienced musicians - Create and perform anywhere - no external equipment needed Perfect for: - Musicians seeking a new creative tool - Sound designers and experimenters - Visual artists exploring audio - Anyone interested in music creation Download now and start your sonic journey! This app was my submission to the Swift Student Challenge 2025.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: pyxis minor at 44% against Zynth's 0%. pyxis minor also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (21 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
pyxis minor holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: pyxis minor has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of pyxis minor's written reviews are positive against 0% of Zynth's.
| Parameter | pyxis minor | Zynth |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (21 ratings) — better | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 43.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 17.3 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Flora Creative Ltd. | Philipp Ollmann |
Customer experience
pyxis minor
Zynth
In-app purchases
pyxis minor
No in-app purchases
Zynth
No in-app purchases








