Comparison

Session Tracks vs CuePulse

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

Head to head
About

Session Tracks

Explore music like never before with a multi-track player and store. Isolate, adjust, and learn individual instrument and vocal parts. Purchase diverse music catalogs to play along or analyze.

Highlights
  • Multi-track music store
  • Purchase multi-track music data
  • Manage purchased music
  • Play up to 10 independent tracks
  • Mute and solo track functions
  • Adjust volume and localization
  • Rewind, repeat, set repeat points
Features
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“Session Tracks” is the free multi-track music player with multi-track music store. This app provides a new way of enjoying and learning music. Usually, music is sold as 2 tracks (stereo) sound data. However, 2 tracks of music is composed of many individual instrument and vocal tracks before they are mixed. In Session Tracks, users can purchase the set of multi-track music data and play it on this 10 track music player and utilize it like a producer or musical director. Users can adjust the volume and the auditory localization of each track. It is also easy to create groups of tracks for each instrument or vocal part by using the mute function. You can listen to a particular track or part by using the solo function to analyze, transcribe and play along to. Users can utilize and find creative ways to enjoy the music! We sell the catalogs listed below. We are adding more catalogs every month. - Japanese Anime Songs - Funky music tracks by New York top studio musicians - Real blues band session tracks - Classical music tracks - A Cappella music “Session Tracks” is not just a MUSIC APP but also a platform for creative music lovers and educators. If you are a music creator and/or producer who is interested in selling multi-track music data, please feel free to communicate us as a new music provider on this platform. We are open to all kinds of music and sound data that is good for multi-track format. JASRAC License Number: 9017990001Y30005 Our North American and Europe contact: ralph@musicstemworks.com Feature: Two main functions of “Session Tracks” are 1. Multi track music store   ・Purchase multi track music data through in-app purchase   ・Manage own purchased list 2. Multi track music player   ・Max 10 independent multi-tracks for a song to play   ・Mute function and solo function   ・Volume and auditory localization adjustment   ・Rewind, repeat, set repeat point   ・Click track (depending on the song) *The music data you purchase will be saved as compressed and encoded data in your device. The data is playable only on your device. The user cannot make digital copies of the music data. *Potential users Music listeners Vocalists and instrumentalists Music students Music educators Schools Those are learning for the first time Those who do not have a band or group and need a live performance to play or sing along with ©2016 Music Stem Works LLC Producer: Hiroshi Okubo/Naoki Tatsuta Programmer: Tetsuya Okada (Computer Creators, Inc.) Designer: Futoshi Furumura

About

CuePulse

Features
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■ Key Features 【Mode Design & Safety Optimized for Live Environments】 Features a "Performance Mode" designed for live shows and a "Simple Mode" for instant use as a standalone metronome. Switching between these modes ensures optimal operability in any situation. The "Edit Screen" for modifying patches utilizes an independent layout, completely eliminating the risk of accidental operations during a performance. 【Unrivaled Setlist & Bank Management】 Organize tempo and time signature settings for each song or section as individual "Patches" in a list. Save up to 300 patches in each bank, ranging from A to Z. Display only the necessary range, ensuring excellent operability and visibility even with massive setlists. Supports "Chain Playback" across multiple banks and "Loop Playback." Instantly share data with support for importing and exporting JSON and Setlist (.slist) files. 【Precise Tempo Changes & Total Control Over Time Signatures】 Smoothly transition to a target BPM over a specified number of "Bars + Beats." Reproduce intricate tempo changes (Accel/Rit) by setting individual curves and linking multiple patches together. Freely configure complex accent patterns using an intuitive matrix UI. Fully supports beat subdivisions (Sub-beats). 【Visual Feedback for Any Environment】 Offers visual tempo indication via LED animation, in addition to the click sound. Never lose the tempo, even in a dark orchestra pit, with a screen flash function (adjustable brightness) synchronized to the beat. "Daylight Mode" ensures visibility even on bright outdoor stages. "Upside Down Mode" provides flexibility for convenient cable routing. 【External Control & Shortcut Integration】 Fully compatible with Bluetooth foot pedals and external keyboards. Assign up to 21 different actions to shortcut keys, including play/stop, patch navigation, and page turning. Ensures reliable control at your feet, even when your hands are full while playing or conducting. 【Pro-Level Customization】 Visually supports intuitive groove feels with the "Swing Curve" setting, which adjusts the pendulum's trajectory. The "Tap Tempo" function features adjustable sensitivity for accurate BPM detection. Customizable control button assignments on the main screen. Individually adjust the volume levels for accents, normal beats, and sub-beats. Includes an auto-lock prevention (keep-awake) feature and supports forced audio playback even when the device is in silent mode. CuePulse is the most reliable timekeeper for musicians who refuse to compromise.

Screenshots

Session Tracks4 screens
CuePulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CuePulse at none against Session Tracks's 10. CuePulse also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). Session Tracks's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads 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. Session Tracks sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. CuePulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Session Tracks ships an update every 5 months, CuePulse weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Session Tracks versus CuePulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSession TracksCuePulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS9.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMusic Stem Works LLCTakahiko Ikenuma

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Session Tracks

One-time10
  • Do it Right$1.99
  • Take It From Me$1.99
  • Big Papa's Home Groove$1.99
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  • My Grandfather's Clock$1.99
  • Oh Happy Day$1.99
  • You'll Never Walk Alone$1.99
  • Sukiyaki$1.99
  • Here Comes the Sun$1.99
  • Liverpool Abbey, Because$1.99
  • Ralph Rolle Funky Groove Tracks$17.99
None

CuePulse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Session Tracks free?
Session Tracks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CuePulse free?
CuePulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Session Tracks or CuePulse have ads?
Neither Session Tracks nor CuePulse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Session Tracks or CuePulse?
Session Tracks ships an update every 5 months, and CuePulse weekly. Most recently, Session Tracks was updated on October 7, 2026 and CuePulse on September 24, 2026.

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