Beat Station vs Bali Gig Guide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Beat Station
This app provides a versatile drum machine for musicians, offering realistic drum sets and extensive loop libraries. It allows for real-time control of song sections and hands-free operation via a Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard, enhancing practice, production, and live performance.
- Realistic drum sets
- Extensive drum loop library
- Multiple control modes (Loop, Pedal, Song)
- Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard support
- Inter-App Audio and background audio
- Export songs as audio files
- MIDI implementation and DAW integration
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The Beat Station is a rhythm machine for practicing guitar, bass, keyboard, or any type of instrument, and also brings to production and live performance the ease of not requiring live drums and a drummer. You can control verse, chorus, transition, fill, intro, and outro sections using different modes of operation. Connect Bluetooth MIDI Pedalboard lets you control all sections hands-free. When you hear the rhythm patterns and start to control them live, it is truly like a versatile drummer playing along with you. LOOP MODE Easily play rhythm patterns with loop pads. Each rhythm style includes 12 rhythm patterns: intro, verse, chorus, six fills, two transitions, and outro. You can switch rhythm patterns in real-time as needed during your performance. PEDAL MODE You can use the Pedal mode to play rhythm patterns with four footswitches. By using a Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard, you can perform operational tasks without having to take your hands off of your instrument. SONG MODE You can connect rhythm patterns to create a complete drum track that's appropriate for your own song, and play it automatically. Features • 6 ultra-realistic drum sets • Over 1700 drum loops, 136 rhythm styles in 15 genres • Easily play rhythm patterns with three modes • Inter-App Audio support • Audio background mode • Export your songs as audio files • Full MIDI implementation • MIDI Controller support • MIDI Learn • Send MIDI to DAW or other apps • Ableton Link integration • Keep your projects up to date across all devices using iCloud -------- Beat Station Pro Subscription - Get All Genres of Rhythm (Over 1700 Drum Loops) - Unlimited Projects - Export Audio - MIDI Output • $2.99(USD)/Month • $22.99(USD)/Year Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. PRIVACY POLICY: https://sonarmusic.app/beatstation/privacy/ TERMS OF USE: https://sonarmusic.app/beatstation/terms/
Bali Gig Guide
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Bali Gig Guide is the simple way to find live music across Bali. Discover bands, venues, and gigs in one dark, fast guide built for nights out. Browse what is on tonight, plan by date, save gigs you are going to, and share event links with friends. Fans can: - Browse upcoming gigs across Bali - Search bands by genre, vibe, and area - Follow bands and favourite gigs - View venue details, maps, and directions - Get optional alerts for new gigs, changes, and band updates - Recommend bands and venues to add to the guide Bands and venues can create profiles, add images, and submit live music listings for review. Whether you are in Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud, Uluwatu, Sanur, or somewhere in between, Bali Gig Guide helps you find the next live show.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bali Gig Guide at none against Beat Station's 3. Beat Station's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). 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
Both are free to download. Beat Station sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Bali Gig Guide asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Beat Station | Bali Gig Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (498 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 63.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 498 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 209 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sonar Multimedia | Creative Digital Holdings |
Bugs and requests
Beat Station
Reported bugs
4 issues- Subscription issues (unable to restore purchases)
- App freezing or closing unexpectedly
- Blank tutorial screens
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between beats
Requested features
5 requests- More beat variety (Latin, jazz, waltz, etc.)
- Ability to import custom drum samples
- Tempo and style changes within a song
- Midi export option
- Better tutorial and customer support
Bali Gig Guide
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Beat Station
- Beat Station Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Beat Station Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$22.991 Year
- Beat Station Pro (Lifetime)$59.99
Bali Gig Guide
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Beat Station free?
Is Bali Gig Guide free?
Do Beat Station or Bali Gig Guide have ads?
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