# Drum Pad Machine vs Loopy Pro

The clearest difference is ads: Loopy Pro at none against Drum Pad Machine's shown. Loopy Pro also leads on review sentiment (95% vs 63%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Drum Pad Machine's advantage is ratings volume (675K vs 987) and chart position (#142 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Loopy Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Pad Machine has 675K ratings behind it against 987, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Drum Pad Machine's written reviews are positive against 95% of Loopy Pro's.

Drum Pad Machine ships an update every 3 months, Loopy Pro every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drum Pad Machine | Loopy Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (675K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-machine-beat-maker/id1057968965/reviews) | **[4.8 (987 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopy-pro-looper-daw-sampler/id1492670451/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **675K** | 987 |
| Positive reviews | 63.3% of reviews | **95.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#142** | — |
| Size | 230 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Easybrain Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190815537) | [A Tasty Pixel](https://appshunter.io/developer/300257827) |

## What reviewers say

### Drum Pad Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-machine-beat-maker/id1057968965)

**Currently charting:** #142 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drum Pad Machine Pro - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Music Beat Maker Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Drum Pad Machine Pro - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Beatmaker Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Drum Pad Machine Pro - Annual | $46.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Loopy Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopy-pro-looper-daw-sampler/id1492670451)

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.

**Highlights:** Live looping with advanced recording options, MIDI sequencing and piano roll editor, Plugin hosting for AUv3 instruments and effects, Customizable canvas with interactive controls, Multitrack session recording, Extensive MIDI controller support, Audio routing and mixing capabilities

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-Day Trial | Free | one-time |
| 7-Day Trial (Upgrade 1) | Free | one-time |
| Upgrade | $14.99 | one-time |
| Internal Use Only | $26.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Loopy Pro | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and flexible
- 👍 Highly customizable interface
- 🎨 Endless creative possibilities
- 🔥 Game-changing capabilities
- 💻 Replaces hardware loopers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Steep learning curve
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Requires external hardware for full functionality
- 💰 Relatively high price point

**Reported bugs**

- Audio cutting out randomly
- Crashes when loading large projects
- Issues with MIDI sync and control

**Requested features**

- MIDI looping functionality
- Improved audio editing capabilities
- Backup and restore options
- More built-in templates and presets
- Expanded Inter-App Audio support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drum Pad Machine free?

Drum Pad Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Loopy Pro free?

Loopy Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Drum Pad Machine or Loopy Pro?

Loopy Pro is rated higher. Drum Pad Machine averages 4.6 out of 5 from 675K ratings, while Loopy Pro averages 4.8 from 987 ratings.

### Do Drum Pad Machine or Loopy Pro have ads?

Drum Pad Machine shows ads; Loopy Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Drum Pad Machine or Loopy Pro?

Drum Pad Machine ships an update every 3 months, and Loopy Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Drum Pad Machine was updated on October 24, 2026 and Loopy Pro on October 24, 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.*