Comparison

MV08 vs FAC Punchlab

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
Currently charting
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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

FAC Punchlab

Energize your music with this audio rack featuring 9 precision processors. Enhance mixes, boost drums, and shape unique sounds with dynamic effects, noise modulation, and saturation. Personalize your signal flow and achieve rich, harmonically driven tones.

Highlights
  • 9 precision audio processors
  • Dynamic effects for sound crafting
  • Enhance mix impact and presence
  • Elevate drums with punch
  • Noise modulation and saturation
  • Rearrange FX positions
  • Low latency with oversampling
Features
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Looking for that extra punch and energy to make your mark in the crowded music scene? Look no further – FAC Punchlab is your solution, an all-in-one super audio rack with 9 precision audio processors, ready to energize and revitalize your sound! • Combine essential dynamic effects for effortless sound crafting • Enhance your mix quickly, boosting its natural impact and presence • Elevate your drums with punch and unique character • Shape your sound with BOUM, emphasizing resonant tonality • Infuse life with Fizz, a dynamic noise modulator • Add saturation to achieve rich, harmonically driven tones • Maintain clarity with a versatile clipper and final limiter • Personalize your signal flow by rearranging FX positions • Low latency with optional oversampling • Waveform view of the pre and post signal • Advanced Responsive Design, portrait and landscape views • Universal Purchase: AUv3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone), macOS and Vision Pro FAC Punchlab, your sonic atelier, empowers you to design and showcase the unique characteristics of your instruments! Whether you're a novice in music production or an avid amateur musician exploring various genres, this tool is sure to ignite your creative spark! The documentation is available at fredantoncorvest.com/FAC_Punchlab.html

Screenshots

MV083 screens
FAC Punchlab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MV08 at $3.99 against FAC Punchlab's $14.99. MV08 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). FAC Punchlab's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (100% vs 83%). On ratings volume, ads, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

MV08 costs $3.99 and FAC Punchlab $14.99 up front. FAC Punchlab sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. MV08 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FAC Punchlab holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 26 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of MV08's written reviews are positive against 100% of FAC Punchlab's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MV08 ships an update every 3 weeks, FAC Punchlab every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
MV08 versus FAC Punchlab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMV08FAC Punchlab
Price$3.99 — better$14.99
Rating4.5 (20 ratings)5.0 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews82.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2026 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#198 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.4 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames MiltonFrederic Corvest

Customer experience

MV08

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

FAC Punchlab

All ratings26 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

MV08

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FAC Punchlab

One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$14.99

Questions

Is MV08 free?
MV08 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is FAC Punchlab free?
FAC Punchlab costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MV08 or FAC Punchlab?
FAC Punchlab is rated higher. MV08 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while FAC Punchlab averages 5.0 from 26 ratings.
Do MV08 or FAC Punchlab have ads?
Neither MV08 nor FAC Punchlab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MV08 or FAC Punchlab?
MV08 ships an update every 3 weeks, and FAC Punchlab every 3 months. Most recently, MV08 was updated on September 21, 2026 and FAC Punchlab on September 7, 2026.

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