Future Drummer vs NNS Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Future Drummer
Create electrifying electronic music with a futuristic drum machine. Craft unique beats and rhythms using a vast library of sounds and an advanced jamming algorithm. Export your creations as audio or MIDI, and perform live with intuitive controls.
- Cutting-edge drum and futuristic percussion sounds
- Improved jamming algorithm for electronic music
- Audio & MIDI Export (Multi-Track or Full Mix)
- Live mode with real-time effects and controls
- Editable sounds and intuitive tools
- Song Mode for fast rhythmic structure creation
- Integrated effects (Compressor, Delay, Reverb, EQ)
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Get ready to ignite your creative spark and produce electrifying tracks that will make your audience groove. With a vast collection of cutting-edge drum and futuristic percussion sounds, you'll be able to craft the perfect beats and rhythms to elevate your music. Our technology boasts an improved jamming algorithm that has been specifically designed to cater to the needs of electronic and experimenta music producers, musicians and students. The advanced algorithm provides you with the power to create grooves that are not only innovative but also adaptable to your musical vision. Whether you're into Minimal, House, Electro, Hip Hop, Industrial, Electro Latino, or EDM, you'll find all the drum and percussion sounds you need to produce the beat-driven tracks of your dreams. Unleash your inner rhythm master and craft electrifying beats and grooves that will keep your audience moving. With a wealth of editable sounds and intuitive tools, you'll have the power to create drum patterns that are truly unique and innovative. So, why wait? Start exploring the world of electronic music production today and take your sound to the next level! EXPORT -> New Audio & Midi Export feature. Get Multi-Track or Full Mix in seconds. - Midi Out sends all note grooves and jamming at real time, so you can record the sequence or apply external sounds. - The new Live mode involves you in the grooves like never before with loads of controls with effects, hits, reverses, slices and groove controls at real time - Reverse or Slice individual hits with the easy editor. - Live Pads to assign rhythms, jam intensity and colors to play live session. Selectable by Midi with Notes or Program Change. - Song Mode. Extra fast tool to create rhythmic structures for your song in seconds - Song Mode is the fastest and effective way to create the structure for your songs with the best quality. - Integrated Effects: Compressor, Delay, Reverb and EQ for main Mix. 2 Extra Send delays for Live mode - Random generators to get creative ideas instantly. - More than 100 Multilayer sounds - Add new In-App Purchase Sounds - More than 300 editable grooves easy searchable by tags. Don't need to program but you can make your own grooves, no limits. - Random generators to get creative ideas instantly. - Ableton Link Sync - Inter-App Audio - Midi Out --- MIDI CONTROLS --- Assignable Controls MIDI Mapping Default Controls : Play : G2 LivePads : C1 - G2 Fill + Play/Stop : A2 Fill : C2 Fill + Toggle Hats/Ride D2 Toggle Hats/Ride Db2 Fill with LivePad Change E2 Load Live Pad C3 Preview LivePad Db3 Next Live Pad D3 Select Live Pad Set Eb3 Tap Tempo Bb2 Crash Cymbal B2 Next Song Ab2 Previous Song Gb2 Jam CC 1 Intensity CC 2 Master Volume CC 7 Swing CC 11 Reverb Level CC 91 Bank CC 32 Rhythm CC 0 Soundset PC
NNS Pro
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NNS Pro: The Professional Nashville Number System App Stop just reading charts—own your performance. NNS Pro is the definitive Nashville Number System tool designed for bands, worship teams, and session musicians. Built by musicians for musicians, our platform solves the real-world friction of rehearsals and live performances by digitizing your charting workflow with professional-grade precision. Why Professional Musicians Choose NNS Pro • Built for the Nashville Number System: Unlike generic apps that force you to adapt, NNS Pro supports industry-standard notation natively—including rhythmic pushes, complex dynamics, repeat structures, and numbered endings. • Instant, No-Rewrite Transposition: Perform in any key with confidence. Tap a key badge to re-map every chord in real time—perfect for mid-song key changes or last-minute rehearsal adjustments. • Anchored, Professional-Grade Annotation: Tired of notes shifting when you transpose? Our annotations are intelligently anchored to their measures. Draw, highlight, and add text that stays exactly where you need it, regardless of key, font scale, or screen size. • Stage-Ready Performance Mode: Your device becomes a live-ready instrument. Swipe through setlists, manage tempo with a live-beat metronome, and keep your band locked in with a clear, high-contrast interface. Your Entire Library, Ready in Minutes Switching to a better charting tool shouldn't mean leaving your work behind. NNS Pro is designed for an immediate, zero-friction transition: • Native Migration: Instantly import and convert your existing library from other platforms (including .1ch, .1nb, .nns, iReal Pro, and MusicXml formats). Our system validates your structure and converts it into native, fully-editable NNS Pro charts automatically. • Instant Quick-Start: Don’t have time to re-chart before your next gig? Simply snap a photo of your paper charts or import existing PDFs. You can use these image-based documents immediately within your setlists and folders while you migrate your high-priority songs to our native format on your own timeline. Total Workflow Autonomy Most apps lock you into their structure; NNS Pro gives you total control. • Library Management: Organize your music, favorites, and setlists with a robust, nested folder system that mirrors your personal repertoire—not the app’s default structure. • Drag-and-Drop Control: Reorder measures, songs, and setlist items with intuitive drag-and-drop. Use powerful batch operations to handle large libraries in seconds. • Bespoke Visuals: Customize your reading experience. Adjust title sizes, dynamic font scaling, and spacing to suit your sight-reading style. Toggle between professional notation preferences (m/-, °/dim) to match your personal standard. Advanced Rehearsal & Sync Tools • Practice Smarter: Link YouTube videos or local audio files directly to your charts. • Cloud Sync & Collaboration: Keep your library in sync across all your devices. Share setlists effortlessly with bandmates so everyone is always on the same page. • Professional Flexibility: Import existing charts, export to PDF/PNG, and maintain a seamless workflow from studio to stage. NNS Pro: The professional standard for the working musician.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NNS Pro at none against Future Drummer's 4. NNS Pro also leads on chart position (#174 vs unranked). On price, 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
Future Drummer costs $17.99 and NNS Pro $17.99 up front. Future Drummer sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. NNS Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
Future Drummer ships an update every 4 weeks, NNS Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Future Drummer | NNS Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $17.99 | $17.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (383 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 95.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 383 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | — | #174 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 178 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lumbeat | BnC Software, LLC |
In-app purchases
Future Drummer
- Hip Hop Sets$3.99
- Hybrid Sounds$3.99
- Experimental Tones$3.99
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- Minimal Vibes$3.99
NNS Pro
No in-app purchases









