# Loop pad vs Drum Pad Pro

Loop pad and Drum Pad Pro both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Drum Pad Pro's written reviews are positive against 39% of Loop pad's. Drum Pad Pro also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription). Loop pad's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop pad sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Drum Pad Pro sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Loop pad against 4.5 for Drum Pad Pro. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 444 and 187 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of Loop pad's written reviews are positive against 80% of Drum Pad Pro's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop pad | Drum Pad Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (444 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-pad-make-and-mix-beats/id1572237492/reviews)** | [4.5 (187 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-pro-auv3-beat-maker/id1588772721/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **444** | 187 |
| Positive reviews | 38.8% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 49 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smertrios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602014652) | [TAQS.IM](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457405202) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop pad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-pad-make-and-mix-beats/id1572237492)

Create your own music tracks with a vast library of soundpacks and effects. This app offers lessons for all skill levels, allowing you to easily produce hits and share them with the world. No prior experience is needed to start making music.

**Highlights:** Unique author's soundpacks by professional DJs, Huge selection of music categories, Author's lessons on creating hits, Popular FX effects (filter, flanger, reverb, delay), Share creativity with friends and the world

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium features | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium features | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium features | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium features | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| One Year | $29.99 | per year |
| All features for year | $46.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎵 High-quality beat making and music creation capabilities
- 👍 User-friendly interface and simple to use
- 🎧 Diverse sound packs and music samples
- 💾 Ability to record, save and share music
- 🎯 Great for beginners and various music genres

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall blocking app access
- 🚫 No exit button on subscription prompt
- 😤 False advertising about free ad-supported option
- ⏳ Slow sound pack downloads and loading times
- 🔄 Subscription prompt appears repeatedly during use

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription menu pops up on every action despite being subscribed
- No visible exit option on subscription page trapping users
- White blank screen on app startup
- App fails to open or load properly
- Sound packs fail to download or install

**Requested features**

- Move subscription prompt to sidebar tab instead of blocking entire app
- Add clear exit button to subscription screen
- Implement working ad-supported free tier
- Add new sound packs and regular content updates
- Clarify commercial usage rights for created music


### Drum Pad Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-pro-auv3-beat-maker/id1588772721)

This app is a professional drum loop machine and beat maker for musicians and performers. It offers a vast library of loops across genres, real-time performance features, and custom loop import. Enhance your live sets and studio creations with advanced control and seamless integration.

**Highlights:** AUv3 Support, Diverse Drum Loop Library, Layer and Play Rhythms, Custom Loop Import (WAV), Set Lists for Live Performances, MIDI Learn Integration, Record and Share Performances

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TAQS.IM Monthly PRO Access | $5.99 | per month |
| TAQS.IM Yearly PRO Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Blues & Ballads Drum Loops | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cinematic Drum Loops | $0.99 | one-time |
| Arabic Beats Drum Loop Rhythms | $0.99 | one-time |
| Armenian Beats & Drum Loops | $0.99 | one-time |
| Persian Beats | $0.99 | one-time |
| Turkish Drum Loops & Rhythms | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rock Drum Beats & Grooves | $0.99 | one-time |
| TAQSIM Pro Beats Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop pad free?

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

### Is Drum Pad Pro free?

Drum Pad Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Loop pad or Drum Pad Pro?

Loop pad is rated higher. Loop pad averages 4.6 out of 5 from 444 ratings, while Drum Pad Pro averages 4.5 from 187 ratings.

### Do Loop pad or Drum Pad Pro have ads?

Both Loop pad and Drum Pad Pro show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Loop pad or Drum Pad Pro?

Loop pad ships an update monthly, and Drum Pad Pro monthly. Most recently, Loop pad was updated on November 7, 2026 and Drum Pad Pro on November 7, 2026.

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