# DrumComputer vs Tensor

The clearest difference is price: DrumComputer at Free against Tensor's $12.99. DrumComputer also leads on ratings volume (621 vs 5) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Tensor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). On rating and ads there is nothing between them.

DrumComputer is free to download; Tensor costs $12.99 up front. DrumComputer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tensor asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DrumComputer against 4.8 for Tensor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DrumComputer has 621 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of DrumComputer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Tensor's.

DrumComputer ships an update every 3 weeks, Tensor every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DrumComputer | Tensor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $12.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (621 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumcomputer-synthetic-beats/id1502238351/reviews) | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tensor/id1503693241/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **621** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 1.6 GB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sugar Bytes GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/614418826) | [Marcos Kohler](https://appshunter.io/developer/1024379665) |

## What reviewers say

### DrumComputer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumcomputer-synthetic-beats/id1502238351)

This app is a powerful tool for creating synthetic drum sounds and beats. It combines advanced synthesis techniques with flexible modulation and sequencing capabilities, offering intelligent randomizers and pattern editing for endless creative possibilities. Users can design unique drum hits, build complex patterns, and mix them for professional-sounding results.

**Highlights:** 8 layered sound engines, Flexible modulation matrix, Intelligent sound randomizers, 16-step sequencer with pattern generation, Auto and manual remixing/fills, AUv3 plugin and standalone operation, MIDI file export

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DrumComputer Full Version | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best iOS drum machine
- 👍 Wicked easy to use interface
- 👍 Great sound and workflow
- 👍 Powerful and flexible sequencer
- 👍 Tons of customization options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🔋 High CPU usage and battery drain
- 👎 Confusing and complex interface
- 👎 Lack of MIDI mapping for live use
- 👎 Inability to record beats from pads

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup with iOS 14.2
- Inability to import samples in some cases
- MIDI out only supports single channel

**Requested features**

- Add real-time beat recording
- Improve MIDI mapping capabilities
- Add randomization options for tempo, sequence length, and mixing
- Improve preset management (ability to delete presets)
- Optimize for better performance and battery life


### Tensor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tensor/id1503693241)

This app provides a powerful control surface for music production, offering intelligent randomization and morphing of parameters, tracks, and patterns. It includes a pattern generator with various algorithms and over 300 drum grooves to enhance your music creation workflow.

**Highlights:** Randomized Kits and Sound Design, Intelligent Parameter, Track, FX, and Pattern Randomization, Control Parameters Across All Tracks, Advanced Pattern Generator, Over 300 Included Drum Grooves, Kit Snapshots and Mixer View

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DrumComputer free?

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

### Is Tensor free?

Tensor costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DrumComputer or Tensor?

DrumComputer and Tensor are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 621 and 5 ratings respectively.

### Do DrumComputer or Tensor have ads?

Neither DrumComputer nor Tensor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DrumComputer or Tensor?

DrumComputer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tensor every 2 months. Most recently, DrumComputer was updated on October 14, 2026 and Tensor on October 7, 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.*