Comparison

Line Hum vs Gig Drummer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Line Hum

This audio unit plugin adds authentic analog noise and distorted wave forms to your music productions. It can drone on any frequency and ring modulate input for added distortion, offering a unique sound for electronic music creators.

Highlights
  • Authentic analog noise
  • Synthesized analog instruments
  • Noisy wave forms
  • Drones on any frequency
  • Ring modulation
  • Distortion effects
Features
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Your mix is full of synthesized analog instruments - but something is missing! YES! THE SOUND OF A CABLE LYING ON THE FLOOR SOMEWHERE NEAR AN ELECTRIC LINE. Line Hum gives you this missing piece of Analog authenticity, As well as a variety of noisy wave forms, this Audio Unit is also able to just sit there and drone on any frequency and ring modulate its input for added distortion. It's actually pretty useful, especially when you run a bunch of them serially or in parallel. Because this is an Audio Unit, you need to run the (non functioning) Line Hum app to install it.

About

Gig Drummer

This app provides a virtual drum machine for live performance, rehearsal, and recording. It offers over 30 rhythms across various genres, dynamic performance tools, and custom loop import. Organize your sets and control it with MIDI for a professional live drumming experience.

Highlights
  • 30+ versatile rhythms
  • Dynamic performance tools
  • AUv3 plugin support
  • Custom loop import
  • Set lists for gigs
  • MIDI learn support
  • Record and share grooves
Features
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Gig Drummer: Drum Machine for Live Performance. Take the stage with Gig Drummer, the ultimate drum machine app built for performers, producers, and musicians. With over 30 gig-ready rhythms spanning rock, pop, jazz, funk, country, Latin, and more, Gig Drummer brings a live drummer to your fingertips—perfect for rehearsal, recording, or the road. Features: • 30+ Versatile Rhythms – From 8 Beat, Funk, and Reggae to Swing, Cha Cha, and Trap, cover any style with ease. • Dynamic Performance Tools – Play intros, variations, fills, endings, and layer percussion for a humanized, on-the-fly feel. • AUv3 Plugin Support – Use Gig Drummer inside your favorite AUv3-compatible DAWs and hosts. • Custom Loop Import – Load your own WAV loops and expand your rhythm library. • Set Lists for Gigs – Organize rhythms into set lists for smooth, seamless shows. • MIDI Learn Support – Control everything with your MIDI hardware on stage or in the studio. • Tempo Tap & Lock – Stay perfectly in time with flexible tempo controls. • Smooth Transitions – Insert breaks, fade in/out, and end grooves cleanly for pro-level transitions. • Ableton Link – Sync effortlessly with other apps and gear. • Record & Share – Capture your grooves and share your performance with the world. Included Rhythms: 8 Beat, 16 Beat, Ballad, Big Band, Blues, Bossa Nova, Cha Cha, Country, Dance, Disco, Funk, Pop, Reggae, Reggaeton, Rock, Rock & Roll, Soul, Swing, Trap—and more. Whether you're rocking a live set, jamming at home, or laying down tracks in the studio, Gig Drummer keeps you locked in the groove. Download now and bring the band with you—wherever you play.

Screenshots

Line Hum3 screens
Gig Drummer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Gig Drummer at Free against Line Hum's $0.99. Gig Drummer also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Line Hum's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Gig Drummer is free to download; Line Hum costs $0.99 up front. Gig Drummer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Line Hum asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Line Hum holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 15 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Line Hum ships an update every 4 months, Gig Drummer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Line Hum versus Gig Drummer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLine HumGig Drummer
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better4.5 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings615 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB307 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHenry LowengardSonic Market

Customer experience

Line Hum

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Gig Drummer

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Line Hum

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Gig Drummer

One-time3
  • Gig Drummer Factory Offer$1.99
  • Gig Drummer Factory Rhythms$3.99
  • Gig Drummer Factory Rhythms$4.99

Questions

Is Line Hum free?
Line Hum costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gig Drummer free?
Gig Drummer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Line Hum or Gig Drummer?
Line Hum is rated higher. Line Hum averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Gig Drummer averages 4.5 from 15 ratings.
Do Line Hum or Gig Drummer have ads?
Neither Line Hum nor Gig Drummer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Line Hum or Gig Drummer?
Line Hum ships an update every 4 months, and Gig Drummer monthly. Most recently, Line Hum was updated on November 7, 2026 and Gig Drummer on October 30, 2026.

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