# Poly 2 vs Tabla Sampler

The clearest difference is rating: Poly 2 at 4.8 against Tabla Sampler's 3.2. Poly 2 also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 50%) and ratings volume (686 vs 10). Tabla Sampler's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.4 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Poly 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tabla Sampler asks for nothing beyond the download.

Poly 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Poly 2 has 686 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Poly 2's written reviews are positive against 50% of Tabla Sampler's.

Poly 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, Tabla Sampler every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Poly 2 | Tabla Sampler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (686 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326/reviews)** | [3.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabla-sampler/id1517070852/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **686** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **84.1% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 153 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **11.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) | [Emal MandozaI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516175222) |

## What reviewers say

### Poly 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326)

This app generates evolving musical patterns and melodies using polyrhythms. It offers extensive sound manipulation with a sampler, multiple effects, and the ability to store numerous configurations. Users can also import their own sounds and integrate with other music production tools.

**Highlights:** Generative polyrhythm sequencing, Up to 8 simultaneous sounds, Sampler with envelopes and filters, Randomize capabilities, Built-in delay, reverb, distortion, and EQ FX, AUv3, Audiobus, and IAA support, Import custom samples

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro mode | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique, creative, and powerful tool
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Excellent for ambient, experimental, and generative music
- 🎹 Great for drum grooves and rhythmic patterns
- 💻 Seamless integration with external hardware and software

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔇 Lack of sustain/voice ring-out when transport is stopped
- 📺 Small interface elements can be difficult to use on iPad
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with some third-party apps

**Reported bugs**

- In-app purchase not working for some users
- MIDI connectivity issues with certain apps
- Crashes upon opening for some users

**Requested features**

- Ability to preview samples before importing
- Autoslice/autochop functionality for samples
- Support for larger sample imports and automatic slot filling
- Granulizer effect
- Note repeat and vinyl effects


### Tabla Sampler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabla-sampler/id1517070852)

Experience authentic Tabla taals with professional recordings for practice or performance. Enhance your musical journey with exquisite laya's captured in fine detail, right at your fingertips.

**Highlights:** Accurate Tabla taal execution, Professional recordings, Exquisite laya's, Enhance musical journey, Riyaz practice tool, Performance accompaniment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Poly 2 free?

Poly 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tabla Sampler free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Poly 2 or Tabla Sampler?

Poly 2 is rated higher. Poly 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 686 ratings, while Tabla Sampler averages 3.2 from 10 ratings.

### Do Poly 2 or Tabla Sampler have ads?

Neither Poly 2 nor Tabla Sampler shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Poly 2 or Tabla Sampler?

Poly 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, and Tabla Sampler every 5 weeks. Most recently, Poly 2 was updated on October 8, 2026 and Tabla Sampler on October 3, 2026.

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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.*