Comparison

SNAP vs Gig Drummer

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

Head to head
About

SNAP

Create dynamic drum patterns with interactive control and motion gestures. Seamlessly integrate with DAWs and other music hardware for studio or live performance.

Highlights
  • Motion control for pattern manipulation
  • Interactive drum pattern creation
  • MIDI OUT and Ableton Link integration
  • 8 drum voices with density control
  • 8 snapshot slots for pattern storage
  • 16 pre-designed drum kits
Features
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From music producers to casual users, SNAP will help you create great drum patterns in any musical style, on the fly, with your fingertips. SNAP can also help you in the studio, by providing seamless variations of your patterns, under your complete interactive control. Program or load drum patterns, store your favorite variations, and export them to your DAW, all on a continuous and free-flowing loop/fashion. SNAP is also a powerful tool for your live sessions, providing you with subtle or radical changes, from sudden drops to ecstatic crescendos, all fully and instantaneously controllable under your fingertips. and now with MOTION CONTROL Motion control is the first step towards a whole new dimension of control for your drums; you can use your iPhone to trigger the snapshots of your session. There are four distinct gestures, identified using the latest in machine learning technology, which enable you to jump seamlessly between snapshots with your movements. You can also use the gestures done using your iPhone, to control a remote instance of SNAP running on an iPad that is connected to the same wireless network for an interactive, multi-device musical performance. SNAP can communicate with your music apps, drum machines, DAWs and other musical equipment via MIDI OUT and Ableton Link. SNAP’s full integration with Native Instrument’s Maschine Jam, allows it to communicate bidirectionally to become its “drumming brain”. Compatibility with other control devices will be rolled-out progressively. SNAP provides: - Motion Control, control your patterns using your movements. - 8 drum voices, each one with its own continuous density controller. - 4 different intelligent syncopation/reinforcement algorithms, independently selectable for each drum voice. - MIDI IN and OUT integration (Available as an In-App purchase). - Ableton Link synchronization support. - 8 snapshot slots for storing, recalling and updating drum patterns on the fly. -16 specially designed drum kits - Sessions and patterns covering different styles to get you started right away.

About

Gig Drummer

This app provides a virtual drum machine for live performance, rehearsal, and recording. It offers over 30 rhythms across various genres, dynamic performance tools, and custom loop import. Organize your sets and control it with MIDI for a professional live drumming experience.

Highlights
  • 30+ versatile rhythms
  • Dynamic performance tools
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • Custom loop import
  • Set lists for gigs
  • MIDI learn support
  • Record and share grooves
Features
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Gig Drummer: Drum Machine for Live Performance. Take the stage with Gig Drummer, the ultimate drum machine app built for performers, producers, and musicians. With over 30 gig-ready rhythms spanning rock, pop, jazz, funk, country, Latin, and more, Gig Drummer brings a live drummer to your fingertips—perfect for rehearsal, recording, or the road. Features: • 30+ Versatile Rhythms – From 8 Beat, Funk, and Reggae to Swing, Cha Cha, and Trap, cover any style with ease. • Dynamic Performance Tools – Play intros, variations, fills, endings, and layer percussion for a humanized, on-the-fly feel. • AUv3 Plugin Support – Use Gig Drummer inside your favorite AUv3-compatible DAWs and hosts. • Custom Loop Import – Load your own WAV loops and expand your rhythm library. • Set Lists for Gigs – Organize rhythms into set lists for smooth, seamless shows. • MIDI Learn Support – Control everything with your MIDI hardware on stage or in the studio. • Tempo Tap & Lock – Stay perfectly in time with flexible tempo controls. • Smooth Transitions – Insert breaks, fade in/out, and end grooves cleanly for pro-level transitions. • Ableton Link – Sync effortlessly with other apps and gear. • Record & Share – Capture your grooves and share your performance with the world. Included Rhythms: 8 Beat, 16 Beat, Ballad, Big Band, Blues, Bossa Nova, Cha Cha, Country, Dance, Disco, Funk, Pop, Reggae, Reggaeton, Rock, Rock & Roll, Soul, Swing, Trap—and more. Whether you're rocking a live set, jamming at home, or laying down tracks in the studio, Gig Drummer keeps you locked in the groove. Download now and bring the band with you—wherever you play.

Screenshots

SNAP4 screens
Gig Drummer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Gig Drummer at 100% against SNAP's 33%. Gig Drummer also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.6). SNAP's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. SNAP sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Gig Drummer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gig Drummer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of SNAP's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gig Drummer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SNAP ships an update every 9 days, Gig Drummer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SNAP versus Gig Drummer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSNAPGig Drummer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (14 ratings)4.5 (14 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1414
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB297 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReactable Systems SLSonic Market

Customer experience

SNAP

All ratings14 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral27.8%
Negative38.9%

Gig Drummer

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SNAP

One-time2
  • Enable Save$0.99
  • Enable MIDI functionality$0.99
3 purchases

Gig Drummer

One-time3
  • Gig Drummer Factory Offer$1.99
  • Gig Drummer Factory Rhythms$3.99
  • Gig Drummer Factory Rhythms$4.99

Questions

Is SNAP free?
SNAP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gig Drummer free?
Gig Drummer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SNAP or Gig Drummer?
Gig Drummer is rated higher. SNAP averages 3.6 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Gig Drummer averages 4.5 from 14 ratings.
Do SNAP or Gig Drummer have ads?
Neither SNAP nor Gig Drummer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SNAP or Gig Drummer?
SNAP ships an update every 9 days, and Gig Drummer monthly. Most recently, SNAP was updated on October 2, 2026 and Gig Drummer on September 16, 2026.

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