Comparison

MV08 vs DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

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

Head to head
About

MV08

This app is a modern digital drum machine for iPhone and iPad, inspired by a classic hardware unit. It offers a vast library of sampled sounds, a powerful sequencer with deep step editing, and extensive pattern management capabilities for creating complex rhythms and loops.

Highlights
  • Over 218 sampled drum sounds
  • Deep step editing for dynamic rhythms
  • 128 pattern slots
  • Master EQ and distortion
  • Audiobus and Ableton Link compatible
  • Record and export master output
Features
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Introducing MV08, a new drum machine for iPhone and iPad. Inspired by one of the greatest drum machines of all time. Re-imagined with a modern touchscreen workflow. SOUND ARCHITECTURE The MV08 features over 200 16bit 44.1k wav files that have been faithfully sampled from one of the most important drum machines in history. (featuring 60 samples for the kick drum alone!). On top of the original voice controls we have added Pan, Pitch and two editable send effects per voice, along with a master 3 band EQ and Distortion. A POWERFUL SEQUENCER Keeping the classic XOX style sequencer from the original, we have added in some powerful updates bringing it into the 21st century: All of the voice controls can now be sequenced per step, giving you limitless freedom and possibilities to create evolving and innovative rhythms (not to mention killer bass lines!). Each pattern can be 1-64 steps long and played at either a 16 or 32 step resolution – giving you endless options to create complex time signatures and long evolving loops. FUN WITH PATTERNS There are 8 banks of 16 patterns giving you a total of 128 user patterns to play with, ensuring you don’t run out of space when inspiration strikes. We’ve created a separate demo bank to get you started featuring some classic rhythms from time gone by. You can even record the master output and export to your favourite DAW. FEATURES: - Over 218 rich 16 bit 44.1k wav samples - 60 individual samples for the kick drum alone - Additional pan, pitch and 2 x send effects per drum - Deep step editing to create dynamic and evolving rhythms - Master distortion and eq - Choose between 16 and 32 step resolution - Change the amount of steps for interesting time signatures - 128 pattern slots - Record and share your sets - Audiobus, Inter app audio and Ableton Link compatibility

About

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

This AUv3 compatible plugin functions as a drum machine and sampler for DAWs. It offers extensive sample hosting, multi-layer control, advanced pattern editing, and flexible routing for both internal and external effects. Easily create and manipulate drum kits with its redesigned interface and robust features.

Highlights
  • 64 assignable pads with 4 banks
  • Up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad
  • Advanced multi-sample layer control
  • Internal and external effect routing
  • Sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler
  • Export patterns as MIDI stems and audio
  • Drag and drop sample functionality
Features
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DigiStix 2 is an AUv3 compatible drum machine and sampler plugin for your favourite DAW. This new version of DigiStix brings some distinct advantages over its predecessor, most notably the ability to host up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad. The interface has been drastically redesigned for iPad to make better use of full screen mode, allowing a popular MPC style 4x4 pad layout with 4 banks of samples. Digistix 2 also allows greater control over the multi-sample layers, with the ability to individually control the volume levels and pitch of layers as well as global pitch and tune settings all from the new sample window. Previously, each pad had effect sends for the internal reverb and delay effects, but this can now be routed to external busses 9 and 10 for processing using external effects.  The controller editing is now build into the main display and can be edited in place without the need to scroll the interface. It also now supports extra effect controllers. A new context aware control window allows you to quickly change pad settings without the need for popup windows.  DigiStix 2 now supports GM and original DS drum kit layouts, and includes a sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler, capable of recording new GM compatible drumkits automatically from your hardware. It is 100% backward compatible with the original app, and can be used as a drop-in replacement. Drag and drop support now allows you to directly drop samples on specific layers, as well as preview and edit them directly. You can create new kits by simply combining banks from existing kits into one mega kit, or use our non destructive referencing to include sounds from other kits. The randomize feature has been enhanced so you can randomize individual instruments or within specific banks. The new continuous MIDI learn mode makes custom mapping a breeze. Patterns can also be exported as MIDI stems for use in other packages including a direct import to Helium clips. You can also export patterns as audio in the latest version. The auto sample feature allows automated recording of GM compatible kits directly from hardware drum machines. The slice editor can also be used for MPC style slicing of audio clips. Features: • 64 Assignable Pads (4 banks of 16 pads). • Advanced Randomize Pattern feature. • Internal & external effect routing. • Mix and match different kits with drum references. • Up to 64 beats per pattern. • Songs up to 255 patterns in length. • Reverse Mode, Triplets and Accents. • Supports Mute Groups. • Multi-layer and Round Robin modes. • DS and GM MIDI Mapping. • 64 channel Mixer. • 8 band EQ. • Randomize Feature. • Sophisticated Auto Sampler • Export loops to audio and MIDI formats. • Looping Mode with Time Stretching. • Build in Delay, Reverb, Overdrive, Bit Crunch and LP/HP Filters. • Paramter Automation from your DAW. • Local and Remove MIDI Sync. • Built in Sampler. • Multi-bus/outputs when using AUM • Multiple Import options. • Melodic Remapping. • MIDI Mapping. • Real time and Step pattern recording. • iTunes and Filer importing of samples. • Files App Drag & Drop Support • Sample Slicer

Screenshots

MV083 screens
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MV08 at $3.99 against DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's $14.99. MV08 also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 67%) and chart position (#198 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

MV08 costs $3.99 and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for MV08 against 4.5 for DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 50 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of MV08's written reviews are positive against 67% of DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MV08 ships an update every 3 weeks, DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
MV08 versus DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMV08DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin
Price$3.99 — better$14.99
Rating4.5 (20 ratings)4.5 (50 ratings)
Positive reviews82.6% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2050 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#198 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better13
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB313 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames Milton4Pockets.com

Customer experience

MV08

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral8.7%
Negative8.7%

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

All ratings50 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral14.6%
Negative18.8%

In-app purchases

None

MV08

No in-app purchases

None

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MV08 free?
MV08 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin free?
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MV08 or DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin?
MV08 and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 20 and 50 ratings respectively.
Do MV08 or DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin have ads?
Neither MV08 nor DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MV08 or DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin?
MV08 ships an update every 3 weeks, and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin every 5 weeks. Most recently, MV08 was updated on September 21, 2026 and DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin on September 25, 2026.

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