# LE05 vs Loops Lab

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Loops Lab at 100% against LE05's 55%. Loops Lab also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). LE05's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LE05 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Loops Lab asks for nothing beyond the download.

Loops Lab holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 139 and 134 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of LE05's written reviews are positive against 100% of Loops Lab's.

LE05 ships an update every 6 weeks, Loops Lab every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LE05 | Loops Lab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (139 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/le05-digitalism-2000-plus-auv3/id1547016343/reviews) | **[4.6 (134 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loops-lab/id6470818791/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **139** | 134 |
| Positive reviews | 54.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 209 MB | 183 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Audiobus Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/672585101) | [LoopsLab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714259769) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Loops Lab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loops-lab/id6470818791)

Embark on a musical mission to restore sound to the galaxy by creating your own beats. This app invites you to join the fight against cosmic silence and bring music back to the stars. Become a Loopster and mix every beat to save the universe.

**Highlights:** Create your own music mixes, Fight cosmic silence, Restore sound to stars, Become a Loopster, Engage in a musical mission

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LE05 free?

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

### Is Loops Lab free?

Loops Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LE05 or Loops Lab?

Loops Lab is rated higher. LE05 averages 4.1 out of 5 from 139 ratings, while Loops Lab averages 4.6 from 134 ratings.

### Do LE05 or Loops Lab have ads?

LE05 shows ads; Loops Lab does not.

### Which is updated more often, LE05 or Loops Lab?

LE05 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Loops Lab every 3 weeks. Most recently, LE05 was updated on November 3, 2026 and Loops Lab on November 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.*