# Koala Sampler vs Tracklib

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Koala Sampler at 88% against Tracklib's 36%. Koala Sampler also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and chart position (#7 vs #188). Tracklib's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Tracklib is free to download; Koala Sampler costs $4.99 up front. Koala Sampler sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Tracklib sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Koala Sampler holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 325 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Koala Sampler's written reviews are positive against 36% of Tracklib's.

Koala Sampler ships an update every 3 weeks, Tracklib every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Koala Sampler | Tracklib |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koala-sampler-beat-maker/id1449584007/reviews)** | [4.2 (325 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracklib-beatmaker-and-samples/id6737972647/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 325 |
| Positive reviews | **88.2% of reviews** | 35.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#7** | #188 |
| Size | 59 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mazbox Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/329604853) | [Tracklib](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778626891) |

## What reviewers say

### Koala Sampler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koala-sampler-beat-maker/id1449584007)

**Currently charting:** #7 Top Paid · Music, #100 Top Paid (US App Store)

This app allows you to record sounds with your phone's microphone, transform them with effects, and create beats and tracks. Its intuitive interface focuses on a fast and fun music-making process.

**Highlights:** Record up to 64 samples with mic, Apply 16 built-in effects, Load and use own samples, Create beats with high-resolution sequencer, Export loops and tracks as WAV, AI sample separation, AUv3 and MIDI compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Koala AUv3 Plugin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ese-O's Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solar Studies Samplepack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Soon Come Dub Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Analog Astronaut Samplepack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cirrus Cuts Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Samurai Edition | $3.99 | one-time |
| Mixer | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth workflow and fast performance
- 💡 Powerful sampling and sequencing capabilities
- 🔥 Excellent value for the price
- 🎨 Creative and inspiring sound design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔇 Limited effects and sound manipulation options
- 📁 Difficulty managing and organizing samples/projects
- 🎚️ Lack of advanced MIDI mapping and control options
- 🔍 Unclear or confusing UI elements in certain areas

**Reported bugs**

- Samples not loading or disappearing after app updates
- Sequencer timing and quantization issues
- Crashes when using certain features or with large projects

**Requested features**

- Ability to record and edit MIDI sequences
- More comprehensive effects and sound processing tools
- Improved sample management and organization features
- Support for external MIDI controllers and hardware integration
- Customizable color schemes and UI themes


### Tracklib

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracklib-beatmaker-and-samples/id6737972647)

**Currently charting:** #188 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Create music on the go with a vast collection of royalty-free samples and clearable songs. Discover, loop, edit, and curate your sound to build fully realized tracks. All content is licensed for commercial use.

**Highlights:** Discover royalty-free samples, Loop and mix audio, Edit pitch, loop, and BPM, Curate sample collections, Legally clear commercial samples, Access large song catalog

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Go Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Go Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Go Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Go Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Go Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Go Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Neat idea
- 👍 Potential to be a game changer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Confusing and frustrating UI
- 🔍 Lacking basic features
- 🔍 Beatmaker not working

**Reported bugs**

- Beatmaker not playing songs
- Unable to scroll in new release folders

**Requested features**

- Ability to export beats
- More chops and sample options
- Proper tutorial
- Ability to play songs in the background
- Simple way to add songs to library


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Koala Sampler free?

Koala Sampler costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Tracklib free?

Tracklib is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Koala Sampler or Tracklib?

Koala Sampler is rated higher. Koala Sampler averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Tracklib averages 4.2 from 325 ratings.

### Do Koala Sampler or Tracklib have ads?

Neither Koala Sampler nor Tracklib shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Koala Sampler or Tracklib?

Koala Sampler ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tracklib every 2 weeks. Most recently, Koala Sampler was updated on September 22, 2026 and Tracklib on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Koala Sampler or Tracklib?

Koala Sampler currently peaks at #7 in the App Store charts, and Tracklib at #188. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*