# Tize vs Trace Sequenced Sample Box

The clearest difference is rating: Trace Sequenced Sample Box at 5.0 against Tize's 4.5. Trace Sequenced Sample Box also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Tize's advantage is ratings volume (16K vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.6 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tize sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Trace Sequenced Sample Box sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Trace Sequenced Sample Box holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tize has 16K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tize ships an update every 3 weeks, Trace Sequenced Sample Box monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tize | Trace Sequenced Sample Box |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tize-music-and-beat-maker/id1130726632/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trace-sequenced-sample-box/id6443663264/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **16K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 284 MB | 215 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.6** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SoundWare, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1130726631) | [Grohe & Giannakakis Applications GbR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1185329512) |

## What reviewers say

### Tize

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tize-music-and-beat-maker/id1130726632)

Create professional music with a user-friendly interface. Easily make beats, record audio, add effects, and even auto-tune vocals. Share your creations with a global community or export them for use in other digital audio workstations.

**Highlights:** Drum pad beat making, Professional sound packs, Audio recording and looping, Auto-tune vocals, MIDI keyboard support, Song arrangement and editing, Cloud backup and sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly TIZE VIP Pass | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TIZE VIP Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Tize VIP Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| TIZE VIP Pass | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly TIZE VIP Pass | $14.99 | per month |
| Tize VIP Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual TIZE VIP Pass | $39.99 | per year |
| Trap Gods Sound Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Trap Envy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Sound Pack | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🎨 Wide variety of sounds and instruments
- 🚀 Efficient beat-making process
- 💡 Allows for creative expression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Limited login options
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔇 Annoying metronome that can't be turned off

**Reported bugs**

- Audio tracks not processing correctly
- Inability to export full compositions
- Syncing issues with Bluetooth devices
- Disappearing sound packs after purchase

**Requested features**

- Add a 'make unique' feature to edit individual track sections
- Implement a way to censor inappropriate comments
- Improve audio export functionality
- Allow users to edit old tracks and songs


### Trace Sequenced Sample Box

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trace-sequenced-sample-box/id6443663264)

Create music with this versatile sample-based creation tool. It functions as a drum computer, groovebox, and sample animator with built-in effects and live performance capabilities. Generate unique rhythms and soundtracks using its priority-driven sequencer and extensive sound library.

**Highlights:** Sample-based music creation, Drum computer and groovebox, Sample animator, Priority-driven sequencer, Onboard effects, Live performing skills, Internal recorder

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Storage and Recoding | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tize free?

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

### Is Trace Sequenced Sample Box free?

Trace Sequenced Sample Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tize or Trace Sequenced Sample Box?

Trace Sequenced Sample Box is rated higher. Tize averages 4.5 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while Trace Sequenced Sample Box averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Tize or Trace Sequenced Sample Box have ads?

Tize shows ads; Trace Sequenced Sample Box does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tize or Trace Sequenced Sample Box?

Tize ships an update every 3 weeks, and Trace Sequenced Sample Box monthly. Most recently, Tize was updated on September 24, 2026 and Trace Sequenced Sample Box on June 1, 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.*