DrumComputer vs Roland Cloud Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DrumComputer
This app is a powerful tool for creating synthetic drum sounds using a variety of synthesis methods and sequencers. It offers intelligent randomization, flexible modulation, and pattern editing to generate unique beats and explore new sonic possibilities.
- 8 multi-layer sound engines
- Flexible modulation matrix
- Intelligent randomizers for sound generation
- 16-step sequencer with pattern generation
- AUv3 plugin and standalone support
- MIDI file export and multiple outputs
- Preset iCloud sync and sharing
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DrumComputer is the new specialist for synthetic drums, combining classic and modern synthesis with flexible modulations and luxurious sequencing. Intelligent randomizers, elegant pattern editing and import of your own samples are just a few of the mind blowing possibilities. Enjoy new drums everyday and get inspired by all the creativity that DrumComputer sets free. Just because, there still is all the unheard of... More than 400 global presets and 450 engine presets are shipping with DrumComputer. Add the Sound Randomizer and you have an unlimited source of cool sounds. ::FEATURES:: • 8 Sound Engines, each one layering a Resonator, Wavetable/Analogue, Resynth and Sampler • Filter, Compressor, Overdrive and 2 kinds of Send Reverbs: Room and Hall • 2x Env/LFO, plus Synth-Engine-Modulators, Sequencer-Modulators, ModMatrix • Intelligent Randomizers for endless Drum Sounds • 16 Step Sequencer and Pattern Generator, Probability, Rolls, +/- Step Delay, Swing, Humanize • Auto- und Manual Remixing/Fills • Easy Keyboard Mapping for Patterns, Mutes and Engine Triggers • Keyzones for Rolls, Pitch and Modulation • AUv3 plug-in with MIDI FX support & Standalone • Audio Bounce • MIDI File Export • Multiple Audio/MIDI Outputs • Virtual, Network, External & Bluetooth MIDI • Ableton Link • MIDI Learn & Host Automation • Preset iCloud Sync • Preset Share ••• Sound Engines ••• 8 individual 3-layer synth engines to design, shape and sculpt powerful drum hits. Depth modulation area with envelopes, LFOs, and a complex modulation matrix to change most parameters using a wide array of sources. Finest noise table conversion technology, followed by a filter, distortion and side chain compressor. ••• Sequencer ••• Enjoy smart randomization to create patterns that feel natural and organic and add some feeling to the pattern with swing and 'humanization'. Move various parameters along to match the notes, such as velocity, pitch, decay, probability, roll and offset. ••• Kit Page ••• Bring all the individual sounds together in one place, select new sound presets or even randomly generate new sounds based on various sound type profiles and give your kit some character, punch and an analogue feel! ••• Mix ••• With Volume, Mute, Solo, Pan as well as two reverb return channels you can send any of your sounds to at any time and also assign the mixer parameters as modulation destinations. The Room reverb gives you a nice familiar space, letting you glue together multiple drum sounds, while the Hall reverb gives a massive space you can use either as a utility, or as way to fire your sounds off into the cosmos! ••• Mapping ••• Create up to 16 individual patterns (from scratch, or using the easy copy/paste function), and chain these together into a sequence, up to 16 patterns long. Use your MIDI keyboard or controller to send values that quickly and seamlessly switch between patterns on the fly. Quickly remove and add the individual hits, trigger rolls of different speeds, or even have them as pitch modifiers. ••• Auto- and Manual Remixing/Fills ••• Mash up your patterns with one simple parameter and produce all sorts of automatic and random edits to your sound. Add creative fills and variations to your loop to keep it constantly moving with fresh ideas - great for jamming or to prevent audio stagnation. ••• Wavetable/Resynth Import & Sampler ••• Import your own audiofiles to create Wavetables. Resynthesize Hihats, Snares, even Chords with the Resynth import feature or switch to Sampler mode to play back samples the ordinary way.
Roland Cloud Connect
Explore and install a vast library of sounds, expansions, and kits for compatible Roland instruments and V-Drums. This app allows you to manage premium Roland Cloud memberships and enhance your musical creations wirelessly.
- Explore and preview thousands of Roland Cloud tones
- Install Instrument Expansions on V-Drums
- Manage Roland Cloud premium memberships
- Load Style Packs and Drum Kits
- Wireless connection via WC-1 adapter
- Install Model Expansions, Sound Packs, and more
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The Roland Cloud Connect app lets you explore tones on your JUPITER-X, JUPITER-Xm, JUNO-X, GAIA 2, GO:KEYS 3, GO:KEYS 3 IN or GO:KEYS 5 using the Roland WC-1 Wireless Adapter. Or you can install Instrument Expansions on the Wi-Fi-equipped V-Drums V71, V51 or V31. The app also lets you subscribe to Roland Cloud's premium memberships and install additional Model Expansions, Sound Packs, Wave Expansions, World Expansions, Instrument Expansions, and Kit Packs to these products. With the Roland Cloud Connect app, you can search, preview, and load tones from the thousands of sounds on Roland Cloud into your JUPITER-X, JUPITER-Xm, JUNO-X, GAIA 2, GO:KEYS 3, GO:KEYS 3 IN, or GO:KEYS 5. You can even browse and load additional Style Packs for the GO:KEYS 3 and 5 models, and Drum Kits for the V-Drums V71, V51 and V31. To use this app, you will need a WC-1 Wireless Adapter with a compatible instrument model (i.e., JUPITER-X, JUPITER-Xm, JUNO-X, GAIA 2, GO:KEYS 3, GO:KEYS 3 IN, or GO:KEYS 5). If you use V-Drums V71, V51 or V31, you do not need a WC-1 as it has built-in Wi-Fi capability. You will also need a registered Roland Account and an internet connection. Applicable models: - JUPITER-X/JUPITER-Xm (Ver.2.00 or later) - JUNO-X (Ver.1.10 or later) - GAIA 2 (Ver.1.10 or later) - GO:KEYS 3/GO:KEYS 5 (Ver.1.04 or later) - GO:KEYS 3 IN (Ver.1.01 or later) - V71 (Ver.1.10 or later) - V51 (Ver.1.02 or later) - V31 (Ver.1.02 or later) * Any communication expenses (packet communication fees, etc.) incurred while using this software will be charged to customers. * This software might not be available depending on your country or region. * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this software are subject to change without prior notice.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DrumComputer at 81% against Roland Cloud Connect's 28%. DrumComputer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.1) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Roland Cloud Connect's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. DrumComputer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Roland Cloud Connect sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DrumComputer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DrumComputer has 621 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of DrumComputer's written reviews are positive against 28% of Roland Cloud Connect's.
DrumComputer ships an update every 3 weeks, Roland Cloud Connect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DrumComputer | Roland Cloud Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (621 ratings) — better | 3.1 (15 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews — better | 27.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 621 — better | 15 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.6 GB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sugar Bytes GmbH | Roland Corporation |
Customer experience
DrumComputer
Roland Cloud Connect
Bugs and requests
DrumComputer
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes on startup with iOS 14.2
- Inability to import samples in some cases
- MIDI out only supports single channel
Requested features
7 requests- 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
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- Add a dedicated envelope for mixer level control
- Improve signal flow visualization and clarity
Roland Cloud Connect
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DrumComputer
- DrumComputer Full Version$29.99
Roland Cloud Connect
- Roland Cloud Core Month$2.991 Month
- Roland Cloud Pro Month$9.991 Month
- Roland Cloud Ultimate Month$19.991 Month
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- Roland Cloud Core Year$29.991 Year
- Roland Cloud Pro Year$99.991 Year
- Roland Cloud Ultimate Year$199.991 Year
Questions
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