# XTOMP vs Overloud THU

The clearest difference is rating: Overloud THU at 4.1 against XTOMP's 3.2. Overloud THU also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (97 vs 5). XTOMP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 35) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Overloud THU sells 35 one-off in-app purchases. XTOMP asks for nothing beyond the download.

Overloud THU holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Overloud THU has 97 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 60% of Overloud THU's.

XTOMP ships an update monthly, Overloud THU every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | XTOMP | Overloud THU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtomp/id982536112/reviews) | **[4.1 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overloud-thu/id1478394489/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **97** |
| Positive reviews | 48.3% of reviews | **60.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 254 MB | 2.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hotone](https://appshunter.io/developer/982536111) | [Almateq SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1025751529) |

## 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


### Overloud THU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overloud-thu/id1478394489)

Transform your iOS device into a powerful guitar and bass amplifier and effects simulator. Build custom rigs with a vast library of amps, cabinets, and pedals, and utilize advanced features for recording, live performance, and practice.

**Highlights:** Guitar and bass amp simulation, Extensive cabinet and pedal effects library, IR Loader, Rig Player for captured tones, AUv3 support for DAWs, MIDI pedalboard control, Amp Tweak customization

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TH-U FREE Pack | Free | one-time |
| 11201 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11210 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11237 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| TH-U RockGuy for Desktop | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11325 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11327 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11033 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11200 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11211 pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Made In Rock - PFL 100 Desktop | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tumble ODS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Randall T2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Darkstar 40 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stryverb | $4.99 | one-time |
| British Classics Rig Library | $12.99 | one-time |
| American Classics Rig Library | $17.99 | one-time |
| Vintage Collection 1 Rig Lib | $17.99 | one-time |
| Choptones Fend Twin65 Rig Lib | $17.99 | one-time |
| Choptones Tone Impera Rig Lib | $17.99 | one-time |
| BHS Sold Rig Library | $19.99 | one-time |
| FX Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Made In Rock - PFL 100 | $24.99 | one-time |
| TH-U All Metal Gear | $24.99 | one-time |
| BHS Iconic 1 Hair Metal RigLib | $26.99 | one-time |
| Bass Rigs Vol. 1 Rig Library | $26.99 | one-time |
| Distortion Bundle | $27.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Rock Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Metal Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U RockGuy Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U 60's Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Funk and R&B Collection | $29.99 | one-time |
| Amps & Cabs Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Full for Desktop Owners | $59.99 | one-time |
| TH-U Premium | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎸 Excellent amp and guitar tones
- 🔊 Great sound quality and feel
- 🎨 Impressive range of amps, cabs, and effects
- 🤖 Faithful desktop version port to iOS
- 🔍 Detailed and customizable presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤔 Unintuitive and cluttered user interface
- 🔇 Compatibility issues with certain audio interfaces
- 🔍 Lack of clear documentation and tutorials
- 🔀 Difficulty managing and navigating presets

**Reported bugs**

- MIDI issues and temporary locking up of the app
- Crashes and stability problems with recent updates
- Incompatibility with newer iPad Pro models

**Requested features**

- Add support for loading custom impulse responses
- Implement AUv3 support for better DAW integration
- Improve preset management with better organization
- Add more iconic amp models and effects
- Enhance the looper functionality and usability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XTOMP free?

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

### Is Overloud THU free?

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

### Which has better reviews, XTOMP or Overloud THU?

Overloud THU is rated higher. XTOMP averages 3.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Overloud THU averages 4.1 from 97 ratings.

### Do XTOMP or Overloud THU have ads?

Neither XTOMP nor Overloud THU shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, XTOMP or Overloud THU?

XTOMP ships an update monthly, and Overloud THU every 11 days. Most recently, XTOMP was updated on September 18, 2026 and Overloud THU on September 21, 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.*