Pure Data
7.8#2 in sound design softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
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SynthMaster 3
7.7#3 in software synthesizers$99 one-timeFree planiOSmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Pure Data | SynthMaster 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Documentation depth | The installed application provides object help patches with examples and comments, according to an independent programmer review. | KV331’s downloads page exposes a SynthMaster 2.8 manual, while an independent 2026 report says written SynthMaster 3 documentation was absent and an unofficial manual was created. |
| Rating on Apple App Store | PdParty is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings. | 4.7 out of 5 from 62 ratings. |
Pure Data plans
- Pure DataFree
- Pure Data (Pd)Free
SynthMaster 3 plans
- SynthMaster 3$99, paid once
- SynthMaster 3 Free BetaFree
- Upgrade from SynthMaster 2$29, paid once
- SynthMaster 3 upgrade from SynthMaster 2$29, paid once
- Upgrade from SynthMaster One$49, paid once
- SynthMaster 3 upgrade from SynthMaster 3 Player$49, paid once
Pick Pure Data if…
Pd may suit artists and other users who want a patch-based environment for real-time audio or graphical media work. It also supports hardware control and interfaces for other programs.
Pick SynthMaster 3 if…
SynthMaster 3 suits music makers seeking a modular synthesizer with multiple synthesis methods, editing tools, and DAW routing options. Its standalone app and plug-in formats support Windows and macOS workflows.