# Poly 2 vs Beat Looper Pro

The clearest difference is ads: Poly 2 at none against Beat Looper Pro's shown. Poly 2 also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 74%). Beat Looper Pro's advantage is ratings volume (36K vs 696) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Poly 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Beat Looper Pro sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Poly 2 against 4.7 for Beat Looper Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Beat Looper Pro has 36K ratings behind it against 696, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Poly 2's written reviews are positive against 74% of Beat Looper Pro's.

Poly 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, Beat Looper Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Poly 2 | Beat Looper Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (696 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326/reviews)** | [4.7 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-looper-pro-music-maker/id1564716476/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 696 | **36K** |
| Positive reviews | **84.4% of reviews** | 74.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 153 MB | 207 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) | [MWM](https://appshunter.io/developer/452269707) |

## 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


### Beat Looper Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-looper-pro-music-maker/id1564716476)

Create groovy music with easy-to-use pads and a beat-making tool. Remix various music styles, integrate loops, record audio, and apply FX effects. Share your creations with friends and the community.

**Highlights:** Drum pad and DJ mixing, Beat making tool, Multiple music styles (Hip-Hop, trap, EDM, techno, house), Loop integration, Audio recording and sharing, FX effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Pass | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Pass | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Pass | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Pass | $9.99 | per month |
| Biannually Premium pass | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Annually Premium Pass | $49.99 | per year |
| Annually Premium Pass | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for making beats
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
- 💡 Helps improve music skills
- ⭐ Amazing, fantastic, and the best app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited free content, need to pay for more
- 💸 Subscription model is expensive
- 🔢 Too many ads that interfere with use
- 🐛 Glitches and technical issues

**Reported bugs**

- Glitching and distorted audio
- Crashing and freezing issues
- Ads covering important buttons

**Requested features**

- More free beats and content
- Ability to use songs in social media
- Add more music genres and styles
- Improve recording and exporting features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Poly 2 free?

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

### Is Beat Looper Pro free?

Beat Looper Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Poly 2 or Beat Looper Pro?

Poly 2 is rated higher. Poly 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 696 ratings, while Beat Looper Pro averages 4.7 from 36K ratings.

### Do Poly 2 or Beat Looper Pro have ads?

Beat Looper Pro shows ads; Poly 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Poly 2 or Beat Looper Pro?

Poly 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, and Beat Looper Pro monthly. Most recently, Poly 2 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Beat Looper Pro on October 30, 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.*