# Patchrat vs Audio Loop Extender

The clearest difference is rating: Patchrat at 4.1 against Audio Loop Extender's 1.0. Patchrat also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (21 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Audio Loop Extender sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Patchrat asks for nothing beyond the download.

Patchrat holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Patchrat has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Patchrat | Audio Loop Extender |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchrat/id1248185350/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-loop-extender-a-b-loops/id6763732082/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 48 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rats Nest Solutions, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154532953) | [Daniel Miara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871192988) |

## What reviewers say

### Patchrat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchrat/id1248185350)

This app helps music creators manage analog gear settings, manuals, and product specifications. It offers realistic GUIs for recall and a DAW-style workflow, supporting over 975 products from 200+ manufacturers.

**Highlights:** Support for 975+ products, Generic gear profiles, Touch-actuated recall GUIs, DAW-style workflow, Embedded product specs and manuals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Audio Loop Extender

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-loop-extender-a-b-loops/id6763732082)

Easily extend audio clips into longer looped tracks. Select a section, choose the desired length, and export a new file without complex editing software. Ideal for creating background music, practice loops, or ambient sounds.

**Highlights:** Import audio files, Set custom A-B loop points, Choose output length, Preview selected section, Create new looped audio file, Optional fade out, Save or share exported file

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Patchrat free?

Patchrat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Audio Loop Extender free?

Audio Loop Extender is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Patchrat or Audio Loop Extender?

Patchrat is rated higher. Patchrat averages 4.1 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Audio Loop Extender averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Patchrat or Audio Loop Extender have ads?

Neither Patchrat nor Audio Loop Extender shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*