Comparison

Mixfader dj app vs Drum Pad Machine

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mixfader dj app

This app provides a complete turntable experience for on-the-go scratching. It offers low-latency Bluetooth connectivity with a physical controller and access to a vast music library, including loops and samples. Enhance your routines with various audio effects and recording capabilities.

Highlights
  • Emulates real vinyl behavior and sound
  • Ultra low latency Bluetooth connectivity
  • Access to loops and samples
  • Integration with SoundCloud and Deezer
  • 8 cue points per deck
  • 5 audio effects with BPM sync
  • HD recording and MP3 conversion
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Mixfader dj and Mixfader provide you with the complete functionality of physical turntables to produce high quality scratching on the go. Want to feel the vinyl on your hands? No worries, you can use Mixfader and Mixfader dj with physical turntables such as the PT01 Scratch. There is no limit to your skills. **The Mixfader Companion app has been removed from the store. Mixfader dj is now the one and only dedicated app of Mixfader. All features of the Companion app have been implemented on Mixfader dj** ** Requires a Mixfader ** A NEW TAKE ON PORTABLE SCRATCHING - Mixfader dj perfectly emulates the real vinyl behavior and its sound rendering for the best scratching experience - Thanks to a revolutionnary ultra low latency Bluetooth technology, Mixfader dj instantly responds to your Mixfader moves - Choose your setup: smartphone, tablet or both. Timecode or standard audio vinyls. Midi software. There is no limit to what you can accomplish. ACCESS THE MUSIC YOU NEED - Loops Packs store: access special scratch Loops created by pro scratchers such as LostTonePros, Ugly Mac Beer, Fong Fong or Weezmatic! (in-app purchases) - FREE loops and smaples provided on the app - iTunes local tracks and iTunes folders access - Soundcloud integration - Deezer integration - Possibility to create your own playlists - Easily sort your tracks by BPM - Possibility to convert your recorded routine to .mp3 and share it to your community FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS - 8 cue points available on each deck - 5 audio effects: Phaser, Flanger, Echo, Reverb, and Filter - automated audio effects sync on the BPM (loops and seek) - real time audio analysis - crossfader curves adjustment: scratch cut, slow cut, dipped... - instant doubles feature: simply long press the library icon on the deck of your choice to activate it - Mixfader's cut-in point adjustment - Vinyl's inertia adjustment - Hamster switch - Automatic detection of your tracks' BPM - Assign your Mixfader to any role (Crossfader, Volume or Pitch fader, audio effect...) - HD recording feature for you to easily save your work SPECIALLY DESIGNED SINGLE VINYL INTERFACE - one big scratching vinyl with a marker displayed to provide a large control surface - easily switch from deck A to deck B - central spectrum: follows the vinyl's movemoents and offers a real-time graphic representation of the sound - all the essential tools a click-away: pitch know, volume fader, hot cues, audio FX - physical turntables dedicated interface that allows direct access to colored cue points pads on each deck PORTABLE SCRATCHING COMPATIBILITY - Mixfader and Mixfader dj can be connected to portable scratching turntables - Use your Timecode or Standard audio vinyls to scratch with Mixfader and Mixfader dj - scratch on portable turntables such as: vestax handy trax and Numark pt01 - compatible timecode vinyls so far: Serato CV02 A-side and B-side ; Serato Control CD ; Traktor MK1 A-side and B-side ; MixVibes 7"" and MixVibes V2 - supports audio devices with multiple audio inputs: possibility of connecting two physical turntables to your device MIDI SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY - choose your MIDI mode and assign the control change number of your choice - compatible software so far: GarageBand ; Serato ; Virtual DJ ; Ableton Live 9 ; Traktor MIXFADER SETTINGS - update your Mixfader directly from the app - possibility to assign a color to your Mixfader - calibrate or re-calibrate your Mixfader ABOUT MIXFADER DJ - http://www.themixfader.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mixfader/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvnag-xcKaKioO1uWQefrg - customer support: support@themixfader.com Mixfader dj is optimized for iPhone 5 onwards, Retina displays, iOS 9 onwards

About

Drum Pad Machine

Create professional-quality music and unique tracks with a variety of styles and sound packs. Utilize instruments, FX, and sequencing for creative sound design. Learn through beat school lessons and share your creations instantly.

Highlights
  • Multiple music styles (Hip-hop, Trap, House, etc.)
  • Professional sound packs
  • Drum and Piano instruments
  • Sequencing with tempo and EQ
  • Beat School lessons
  • Quick music sharing
Features
Currently charting
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Make your own music like a pro. Create sick beats, perfect and perform unique tracks! Features: • Great variety of music styles: Hip-hop, Drum & Bass, Trap, Dubstep, House, and many others; • Unique sound packs. Get access to professional-quality audio samples created by professional musicians and DJs; • Instruments & FX. Use Drum & Piano for creative sound designs; • Sequencing. Get studio effects including Tempo Regulation and EQ; • Beat School. Try the lessons for each sound pack to improvise freely; • Quick sharing. Share your music with the world. Enjoy this powerful, yet easy-to-use tool to get the best music experience! Drum Pad Machine Premium Drum Pad Machine Premium Subscription allows you to unlock all the sound packs, get new releases, and remove ads. Choose from different subscription options. Payment will be charged to Apple ID Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Apple ID Account Settings. For more information please visit the link https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039. Unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when a user decides to subscribe. EULA: https://easybrain.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://easybrain.com/policy.html

Screenshots

Mixfader dj app4 screens
Drum Pad Machine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Drum Pad Machine at 4.6 against Mixfader dj app's 4.0. Drum Pad Machine also leads on ratings volume (675K vs 102) and chart position (#183 vs unranked). Mixfader dj app's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mixfader dj app sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Drum Pad Machine sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Drum Pad Machine holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Pad Machine has 675K ratings behind it against 102, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Mixfader dj app's written reviews are positive against 63% of Drum Pad Machine's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mixfader dj app ships an update every 3 weeks, Drum Pad Machine every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Mixfader dj app versus Drum Pad Machine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMixfader dj appDrum Pad Machine
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (102 ratings)4.6 (675K ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.0% of reviews63.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings102675K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank—#183 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size171 MB230 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMWMEasybrain Ltd

Customer experience

Mixfader dj app

All ratings102 ratings
Positive71.6%
Neutral9.8%
Negative18.6%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive54.0%
Neutral17.0%
Negative29.0%

Drum Pad Machine

All ratings674,050 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews2,301 reviews
Positive63.3%
Neutral8.5%
Negative28.2%

User reviews

Mixfader dj app

From 102 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🤩 Awesome DJ app
  • ✨ Great for scratching
  • 🎧 Realistic vinyl experience
  • 📱 Good for mobile DJing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 App freezes
  • 🐛 SoundCloud login issues
  • 🐛 Music not loading/playing
  • 🐛 Incompatible with newer iOS

Drum Pad Machine

From 675K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Incredible music-making experience
  • 👍 Easy to learn and use
  • 🎶 Wide variety of music genres and beats
  • 🎓 Helpful tutorials and lessons
  • 🎧 High-quality sound samples

Room to improve

  • 🤬 Excessive and repetitive ads
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
  • 🤔 Limited customization options
  • ⏱️ Lessons and tutorials move too fast

Bugs and requests

Mixfader dj app

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • App crashes when connecting to SoundCloud
  • App crashes when connecting USB for Serato disc manipulation
  • SoundCloud authorization failed
  • App freezes in setup window
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  • Music not playing or loading
  • Cannot use own music files
  • Bluetooth audio not working
  • MIDI output not recognized in other apps
  • Vinyl control issues after updates
  • Record button not visible on iPhone
  • Mixfader not connecting to app
  • App crashes when doing DVS
  • Device not supported message after update
  • Virtual vinyl plays with finger on screen
  • iPhone auto-locks during external turntable use
  • Cannot hear app with wireless headphones
  • App closes when trying to use AirPods

Requested features

19 requests
  • AUV3 support
  • IAA/Audiobus support
  • Spotify integration
  • Background music playback
  • Ability to use own sounds/files
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  • Remove Mixfader connection banner
  • Fix iPhone recording button placement
  • Add more loopers and scratch samples
  • Make loopers free
  • Add cue points
  • Improve FX controls
  • Add Beats Multiplier to FX
  • Add community features (Mixstagram)
  • Add animation of whole turntable
  • Sortable columns in track list
  • Internal audio and recording functionality
  • Fix Bluetooth audio issues
  • Add 'x' to close banner
  • Compatibility with other faders

Drum Pad Machine

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recordings sometimes stop unexpectedly
  • Difficulty registering multiple button presses simultaneously
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a search function to find specific beats
  • Allow users to create and share their own custom beats
  • Implement a pause/resume feature for recordings
  • Provide more granular control over tempo and timing

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Mixfader dj app

One-time16
  • Wierdo Pack$1.99
  • Wildstyle Looper Vol 1$1.99
  • Wildstyle Looper Vol 2$1.99
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  • Studio Kuts Pack$1.99
  • Tetra-Pack Vol 1$1.99
  • LoopDigga Pack$1.99
  • The Collectable Vol 1$1.99
  • The Collectable Vol 2$1.99
  • Kodac Visualz Vol 1$1.99
  • Kodac Visualz Vol 2$1.99
  • LostTonePros Vol 1$1.99
  • Gravity Vol 1$1.99
  • Killable Syllables$1.99
  • LostTonePros Vol 2$1.99
  • The Collectable Vol 3$1.99
  • Tetra-Pack Vol 2$1.99
5 purchases

Drum Pad Machine

Subscriptions5
  • Drum Pad Machine Pro - Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Music Beat Maker Premium7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Drum Pad Machine Pro - Monthly$14.991 Month
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  • Beatmaker Premium7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Drum Pad Machine Pro - Annual$46.991 Year

Questions

Is Mixfader dj app free?
Mixfader dj app is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Drum Pad Machine free?
Drum Pad Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mixfader dj app or Drum Pad Machine?
Drum Pad Machine is rated higher. Mixfader dj app averages 4.0 out of 5 from 102 ratings, while Drum Pad Machine averages 4.6 from 675K ratings.
Do Mixfader dj app or Drum Pad Machine have ads?
Drum Pad Machine shows ads; Mixfader dj app does not.
Which is updated more often, Mixfader dj app or Drum Pad Machine?
Mixfader dj app ships an update every 3 weeks, and Drum Pad Machine every 3 months. Most recently, Mixfader dj app was updated on October 21, 2026 and Drum Pad Machine on October 31, 2026.

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