# DrumLab vs LE05

The clearest difference is price: LE05 at Free against DrumLab's $9.99. LE05 also leads on ratings volume (139 vs 26) and device support (3 vs 1). DrumLab's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

LE05 is free to download; DrumLab costs $9.99 up front. LE05 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. DrumLab asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for DrumLab against 4.1 for LE05. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LE05 has 139 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of DrumLab's written reviews are positive against 55% of LE05's.

DrumLab ships an update monthly, LE05 every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DrumLab | LE05 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.3 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumlab/id1523182272/reviews)** | [4.1 (139 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/le05-digitalism-2000-plus-auv3/id1547016343/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **139** |
| Positive reviews | **57.6% of reviews** | 54.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 107 MB | 209 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pascal Douillard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1024191388) | [Audiobus Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/672585101) |

## What reviewers say

### DrumLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumlab/id1523182272)

Create unique drum sounds by blending samples and synthesis. This app features a powerful graphic editor, a step sequencer, and a mixer for detailed sound manipulation. Build songs by arranging patterns and apply a variety of effects.

**Highlights:** Multi-engine sound design (samples & synthesis), Graphic audio engine editor, Step sequencer with 16/32 step patterns, Mixer with pan and solo, 20 stereo effects with quad pad processors, Song building with pattern timeline, Ableton Link compatible

**In-app purchases:** none


### LE05

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/le05-digitalism-2000-plus-auv3/id1547016343)

Explore a vast collection of vintage synth sounds inspired by early 2000s digital music. This app offers over 1,000 samples and 60+ PCM sound sources, with over 100 presets for immediate inspiration. It functions as a standalone instrument or an AUv3 plugin for popular DAWs.

**Highlights:** Vintage digital synth sounds, Over 1,000 individual samples, 60+ multi-sampled PCM sound sources, Over 100 inspiring presets, Standalone and AUv3 modes, AUv3 automation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Amazing sounds and presets
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Innovative sound design
- 💰 Great value for price
- ✨ High-quality audio output

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Unacceptable subscription model
- ❌ No longer recognized in GarageBand
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💾 State-saving issues
- 🚫 Audio not saving

**Reported bugs**

- GarageBand crashes when opening songs with the Audio Unit
- Digitalism not recognized in GarageBand
- No sound when playing MIDI tracks in GarageBand
- State-saving doesn't hold Audio Unit patch settings and parameters
- App crashes at the point of entering the song editor

**Requested features**

- Undo/redo button
- Release for computer (Logic Pro)
- Add Audiobus connection
- More 80s, Synthwave, Funky, Italo disco sounds
- Add a record button


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DrumLab free?

DrumLab costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LE05 free?

LE05 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DrumLab or LE05?

DrumLab is rated higher. DrumLab averages 4.3 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while LE05 averages 4.1 from 139 ratings.

### Do DrumLab or LE05 have ads?

LE05 shows ads; DrumLab does not.

### Which is updated more often, DrumLab or LE05?

DrumLab ships an update monthly, and LE05 every 6 weeks. Most recently, DrumLab was updated on October 29, 2026 and LE05 on October 29, 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.*