# XTOMP vs AmpStamp

The clearest difference is rating: AmpStamp at 4.4 against XTOMP's 3.2. AmpStamp also leads on ratings volume (32 vs 5). XTOMP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 22) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AmpStamp sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. XTOMP asks for nothing beyond the download.

AmpStamp holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AmpStamp has 32 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of XTOMP's written reviews are positive against 55% of AmpStamp's.

XTOMP ships an update monthly, AmpStamp every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and August 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | XTOMP | AmpStamp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtomp/id982536112/reviews) | **[4.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ampstamp/id1065273964/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **32** |
| Positive reviews | 48.3% of reviews | **54.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 254 MB | 496 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hotone](https://appshunter.io/developer/982536111) | [The Musicology Group, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1061725506) |

## What reviewers say

### XTOMP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtomp/id982536112)

This application allows users to manage and customize effects for a specific guitar pedal. Users can download new effects, update firmware, and switch between different bypass modes, all through an intuitive interface via Bluetooth.

**Highlights:** Manage and purchase effects, Update pedal firmware, Switchable bypass modes, Growing effect library, Intuitive user interface, Bluetooth connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### AmpStamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ampstamp/id1065273964)

This app recreates vintage guitar tones with models of classic amps, effects, and cabinets. Customize your sound, save presets, and use MIDI controllers for hands-free operation. Expand your sonic palette with individual purchases or an all-access subscription.

**Highlights:** Vintage amplifier modeling, Classic effects and cabinet simulations, Customizable sound presets, MIDI controller support, In-app Gear Shop, All-access subscription option

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AmpStamp | $4.99 | per month |
| AmpStamp | $49.99 | per year |
| WH100 Wah | Free | one-time |
| OD101 Overdrive | $1.99 | one-time |
| EQ100 Treble Boost | $1.99 | one-time |
| CH102 Chorus | $1.99 | one-time |
| EQ106 Six Band Equalizer | $1.99 | one-time |
| FZ102 Fuzz | $1.99 | one-time |
| DS101A Distortion | $2.99 | one-time |
| VG402C Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG205E Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG402B Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| EC101C Echo | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG302E Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG207A Amplifier | $3.99 | one-time |
| AMB400 Plate Reverb | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG 2X12C 30W '67 Cabinet | $3.99 | one-time |
| VG 2X12C 100W '68 Cabinet | $4.99 | one-time |
| VG 2X12PB 100W '66 Cabinet | $4.99 | one-time |
| VG802C Amplifier | $4.99 | one-time |
| VG408D Amplifier | $4.99 | one-time |
| AmpStamp | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XTOMP free?

XTOMP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AmpStamp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, XTOMP or AmpStamp?

AmpStamp is rated higher. XTOMP averages 3.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while AmpStamp averages 4.4 from 32 ratings.

### Do XTOMP or AmpStamp have ads?

Neither XTOMP nor AmpStamp shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, XTOMP or AmpStamp?

XTOMP ships an update monthly, and AmpStamp every 2 months. Most recently, XTOMP was updated on September 18, 2026 and AmpStamp on August 17, 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.*