Stage Looper 2 vs Loop Maker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stage Looper 2
This app provides musicians with dynamic live performance tools, allowing for flexible backing track playback and on-stage improvisation. Easily import audio, structure songs, and loop parts live with touch or MIDI control. Organize sets with custom playlists and share song structures with bandmates.
- Audio import
- Intuitive song structuring
- Live looping with touch/MIDI
- On-stage improvisation
- Custom gig playlists
- Shareable song structures
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Stage Looper redefines the possibilities of live performance technology, empowering musicians with unparalleled flexibility and improvisation capabilities. Say goodbye to the constraints of traditional backing tracks and hello to a new era of dynamic live music! Current Features: Audio Import: Easily import backing tracks from your computer drag and drop. Intuitive Song Structuring: Sequence your song parts effortlessly using our built-in backing track sequencer. Live Looping: Instantly loop the song part with a single touch, whether using your finger or a Bluetooth MIDI foot controller. On-Stage Improvisation: Break free from rigid beats and bars, allowing you to improvise live on stage whenever inspiration strikes. Custom Gig Playlists: Organize your live sets with ease by creating customised gig playlists. Shareable Song Structures: Export your structured songs as .stage files and effortlessly share them with bandmates via email. Learn More at stagelooper.com Exciting Updates on the Horizon We're constantly working on new features to enhance your experience with Stage Looper. Keep an eye out for our updates, as we have plenty of exciting additions in store for you!
Loop Maker
Create professional-quality music loops quickly and easily with an intuitive interface. Features include custom instruments, key signature switching, and advanced rhythmic controls. Export your creations in high-fidelity WAV or MIDI formats.
- Intuitive loop builder with 6 musical layers
- Customizable instruments for each layer
- Key signature switching
- Multiple chord performance styles
- Rhythmic Repeat Engine for structured motifs
- High-quality WAV and MIDI export
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> > > Introducing Loop Maker - Create Music Fast Unlock your musical potential with Loop Maker, the ultimate tool for producing music loops in seconds. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just starting, Loop Maker makes music creation easy. Now featuring Custom Percussion Recording, a Free Trial Subscription, high-quality WAV export, the Rhythmic Repeat engine, and a searchable Loop Library. Switch key signatures, configure performance styles, and adjust musical tension directly in the Style Editor with instant previews. > > > Why Loop Maker? * Speed and Simplicity - Build complex loops in seconds. The streamlined design gets you creating without a steep learning curve. * Creative Freedom - Six-layer system - kick, snare, hi-hat, chords, bassline, melody - delivers full-sounding loops with rich harmonic depth. * Intelligent Melodic Compatibility - A custom engine ensures melodies and basslines perfectly match your chords for effortless harmonic synergy. * Effortless Manipulation - Tweak individual layers or your full composition in real-time. * Loop Library - Save and access your favorite loops anytime! * Custom Percussion Recording - Record your own drum and percussion samples directly in the app! Complete with waveform visualization, trimming, and processing to build your perfect custom kit. * Custom Instruments - Choose unique voices for each layer, rename them, or record your own custom percussion. Mix and match to discover your signature sound. * Percussion Performance Mode - Perform live on kick, snare, and hi-hat layers, or generate them automatically. * Chord Performance Styles - Select between standard chords, arpeggios, or strums to shape your loop's harmonic feel. * Tension Controls – Control harmonic complexity directly from the Style Editor with real-time audio and visual previews. * Rhythmic Repeat Engine - Create professional-sounding loops with structured, repeating motifs and adjustable space controls. * High-Quality Output - Export high-fidelity WAV or MIDI files for seamless use in any DAW. * Key Signature Switching - Instantly change the musical key of your loop to match your vibe or explore new harmonies. * Free Trial Subscription - Experience all premium features with our new free trial before subscribing. * Cloud & Local Sync - Download loops and voices to your device and sync seamlessly via iCloud. > > > Ready to Make Music? Download Loop Maker now and start creating music like never before. Unleash your creativity, share your loops, and discover your next hit. With Loop Maker, the possibilities are endless. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Loop Maker at Free against Stage Looper 2's $9.99. Loop Maker also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.8). Stage Looper 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (75% vs 50%). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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
Loop Maker is free to download; Stage Looper 2 costs $9.99 up front. Loop Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Stage Looper 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Loop Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 8 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Stage Looper 2's written reviews are positive against 50% of Loop Maker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Stage Looper 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, Loop Maker monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 7, 2026 and July 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stage Looper 2 | Loop Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.8 (4 ratings) | 4.5 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DejaWorks LTD | Kirstie Moffat |
Customer experience
Stage Looper 2
Loop Maker
In-app purchases
Stage Looper 2
No in-app purchases
Loop Maker
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Annual1 Month trial$14.991 Year
- Lifetime$29.99









