Comparison

XME LOOPS vs JHG Looper

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

Head to head
About

XME LOOPS

Access a vast catalog of melodic loops and pad sounds for both worship and secular music performances. Easily create and manage playlists, request custom loops, and adjust tempo for any song. This app offers a subscription for full access to all features and monthly content updates.

Highlights
  • Melodic loops with real-time key changing
  • Pad function for ambient sounds
  • Playlist sharing and management
  • Loop request feature
  • Offline loop downloads
  • Adjustable loop speed and tempo
Features
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XME Inc. has produced music for pro artists and bands for decades. Now, we want to produce all the loops you need for your worship AND secular performances! Want to bring worship to another level AND you have a gig with your band? We've got you covered for both! **FEATURES** - New Melodic Loops with real-time key changing - New Pad Function plays soft pads in any key of your choice along with the drum/percussion loop - Added playlist sharing to bring your playlist from one device to another - Rename playlist loops by tapping “edit” then tap the loop you want to rename. - Loops automatically download on your device so never worry about connection or server issues. - Request loops as you need right from inside the app. Have a worship event or gig to prepare for and need loops that aren't here? No problem. Tap Contact and simply paste a link for the songs you need! - Multiloop function allows multiple variations for each loop. - A Huge Catalog of Loops compatible with Christian and Secular songs - XME Loops produced for your event intros, transitions and just for showing off with your band - Music and Software teams at work for you every month - Adjust the speed of any loop & tap tempo: hold tap button to reset tempo. - Create multiple song-lists/playlists to plan ahead for various dates and engagements **Subscription** You will have full access to the loops of many genres, a production crew at work for you every month (accessed via the Contact tab), and ability to create unlimited set lists for $9.99USD/month subscription price. This subscription will renew automatically every month for $9.99USD unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24hrs before subscription period ends. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription may be managed and auto renewal can be turned off by going to your account settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. To cancel: Open AppStore/(Tap profile pic on top right)/Subscriptions/(tap on the app)/Cancel Privacy Policy & Terms Of Use http://xmeinc.com/new/loops-privacy

About

JHG Looper

This music tool allows musicians to easily record and play back custom loops for practice, improvisation, and composition. It offers flexible control over loop timing, BPM, and length, with both automatic and manual recording modes for various musical needs.

Highlights
  • Record and play back custom loops
  • Freestyle or controlled timing (BPM, bars)
  • Hands-free start/stop functionality
  • Automatic looping mode
  • Manual recording mode
  • Layer multiple instrument parts
  • 7-day free trial
Features
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The JHG Looper Included is a versatile tool that provides musicians with a convenient and efficient way to create loops for practice, improvisation, and composition. With this looper, you can easily record and play along to quick loops tailored to your musical needs. You can choose to use the looper completely freestyle, and turn the looper on and off with the touch of a button, or you can choose to control the timing, BPM (beats per minute), and the number of bars for your loop. This flexibility allows you to create loops of varying lengths and tempos, and allows you to start and stop loops completely hands-free. The JHG Looper offers two looping modes: Automatic and Manual. In Automatic mode, the looper will automatically end your recorded loop at a pre-set time, freeing you from having to manually end the recording by hand (and taking your fingers off your guitar). This mode is perfect for continuous practice or when you want a seamless background loop to play along with. In Manual mode, you would click the record button to start a recording and again to stop a recording. This mode is ideal for quickly recording someone else playing, an audio recording that you like, or for recording a slow piece yourself where jumping to press 'stop' on the looper won't interrupt the music. You can record and layer multiple instrument parts, experiment with harmonies, or simply build rhythmic foundations to play along with. Embrace the power of looping with the JHG Looper, and unlock new dimensions of musical expression. Whether you're a solo performer, a band member, or an aspiring composer, this versatile looper is a valuable tool that helps you bring your musical ideas to life. Please note that all features of the JHG Looper App require a paid subscription. Users can also access all features of the app free for 7 days by signing up for a free 7 Day trial within the app. Terms of Use: https://www.jamieharrisonguitar.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

XME LOOPS4 screens
JHG Looper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: XME LOOPS at free with in-app purchases against JHG Looper's subscription. XME LOOPS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (5K vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. XME LOOPS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and JHG Looper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for XME LOOPS against 5.0 for JHG Looper. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XME LOOPS has 5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XME LOOPS ships an update every 3 weeks, JHG Looper monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
XME LOOPS versus JHG Looper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXME LOOPSJHG Looper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (5K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings5K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#115 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size3.0 GB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXME Inc.Jamie Harrison Media Ltd.

Customer experience

XME LOOPS

All ratings4,971 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive85.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative10.8%

JHG Looper

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

XME LOOPS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues
  • Subscription not working as expected
  • Loops not starting at the 1 count

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add metronome feature
  • Ability to import custom drum sounds
  • Cloud sync for playlists across devices
  • Add full beat tracks, not just loops

JHG Looper

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

XME LOOPS

Subscriptions2
  • All-Access Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$109.991 Year
3 purchases

JHG Looper

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$8.991 Year
  • Free 7 Day Trial7 Days trial$8.991 Year

Questions

Is XME LOOPS free?
XME LOOPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JHG Looper free?
JHG Looper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, XME LOOPS or JHG Looper?
JHG Looper is rated higher. XME LOOPS averages 4.9 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while JHG Looper averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do XME LOOPS or JHG Looper have ads?
JHG Looper shows ads; XME LOOPS does not.
Which is updated more often, XME LOOPS or JHG Looper?
XME LOOPS ships an update every 3 weeks, and JHG Looper monthly. Most recently, XME LOOPS was updated on November 11, 2026 and JHG Looper on November 12, 2026.

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