Best apps like Simply Patterns: Drum Machine

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Updated October 2026

Simply Patterns: Drum Machine

Luciano Gaston Mareco

Whether you want more options like Simply Patterns or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Simply Patterns

#1

Tonic Synths by UpTech Works, LLC

Play + Sculpt + Export Audio

Editor's Choice

5.0(1 ratings)

Free

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This app offers a portable music studio with 14 unique synthesizers for creating and sculpting audio. Users can draw sounds, program melodies, and apply effects like reverb and compression. Recordings can be exported as WAV files for use in other projects.

#2

YOKA INSTRUMENTS by Takashi Tsunoda

Strong Contender

4.8(6 ratings)

Free

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Explore a collection of unique music creation tools. Generate ambient sounds, create chimes with physics, draw waveforms, and synthesize drums. Some instruments can even generate music from your camera feed or automatically play via character plugins.

#3

Drum Machine - Beat Groove Pad by STILL ALIVE LIMITED

Groove & Beat Maker

Worth Considering

4.7(15 ratings)

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Create your own music with a step sequencer, drum pads, and mixer. Offers a variety of sounds and patterns for different genres. Perfect for both aspiring music producers and casual users.

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Mighty Synth Sampler

Mighty Synth Sampler

Mighty Synth Sampler

Make Any Sound An Instrument

Transform any sound into a playable instrument with this powerful synth and sampler. Create custom instruments, layer sounds, and perform with your unique audio creations. Supports SoundFonts and offers advanced synthesis features.

Three-oscillator synth engine16-slot sampler with loop pointsAudio recording and import

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by Dariusz Chynek

Create beats and design sounds with this performance-focused sampler. Import or record audio, shape sounds with extensive editing tools, and build rhythms and song structures. Customize the interface and export your creations.

Import, record, and resample audioSample editing with trim, attack, decayPattern and song arrangement modes

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EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

Vintage Drum Machine emulation

Emulate a classic 80s drum machine with realistic interface and sound. Create your own rhythms using the 16-step sequencer and programmable patterns. Offers control over drum kit parameters for a vintage feel.

Realistic 80s drum machine interface16-step sequencerProgrammable rhythm and fill patterns

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Beat Station - Drum Machine

Beat Station - Drum Machine

Beat Station - Drum Machine

Drum Loops & Metronome

This app provides a versatile drum machine for musicians, offering realistic drum sets and extensive loop libraries. It allows for real-time control of song sections and hands-free operation via a Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard, enhancing practice, production, and live performance.

Realistic drum setsExtensive drum loop libraryMultiple control modes (Loop, Pedal, Song)

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Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine

Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine

Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine

Drum Machine & Metronome Beats

This app provides a metronome with realistic drum beats instead of a simple click. It's designed to improve timing, aid in songwriting, and facilitate live jamming and performance. Users can access a large library of pre-made beats across various genres and customize their practice sessions.

Realistic drum beats, not a click100+ pre-made beats in various genresAdjustable tempo without pitch change

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Loopy Pro: Looper DAW Sampler

Loopy Pro: Looper DAW Sampler

Loopy Pro: Looper DAW Sampler

Live looping. Your way.

This app is a customizable music creation environment that combines live looping, sampling, and MIDI sequencing. It offers a flexible canvas for building performance setups, designing instruments, and integrating external gear. Enjoy a free trial before a one-time purchase.

Live looping with advanced recording optionsMIDI sequencing and piano roll editorPlugin hosting for AUv3 instruments and effects

free with in-app purchases

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AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer

AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer

AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer

Feature-packed Pro Synthesizer

This is a free, open-source professional synthesizer app for iOS devices. It offers over 300 presets, MIDI support, a sequencer, and vintage-inspired filters. Learn music production basics and create your own sounds.

Over 300+ PresetsMIDI SupportVintage-Style Sequencer

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