A free delay effect with Modern, Vintage Digital and Diffusion algorithms.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
Checked September 2026
Replika vs ChowMatrix (2026)
Replika is best for simple creative delays; ChowMatrix is best for experimental delay textures. Replika starts at Free and ChowMatrix at Free.
A free infinitely growable delay effect with complex internal modulation and feedback.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXsupported
| Replika | ChowMatrix | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | simple creative delays | experimental delay textures |
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Formats | VST, VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU |
| OS | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Key features | Three delay algorithms, Built-in resonant filter, Classic phaser, Ping-pong and wide stereo modes, One-knob subdivision control | Tree of delay lines, Per-line feedback, panning and distortion, Complex internal modulation, Standalone app |
| Developer | Native Instruments | ChowDSP |
Questions people ask
Replika starts at Free; ChowMatrix starts at Free.
Three delay algorithms, Built-in resonant filter, Classic phaser, Ping-pong and wide stereo modes, One-knob subdivision control.
Tree of delay lines, Per-line feedback, panning and distortion, Complex internal modulation, Standalone app.