eSPi vs Cornerman for K.O. II
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eSPi
Recreate the iconic sound of the 90's SP-1200 sampler on your iPad. Import or record audio, then chop, pitch, and sequence it to create sampled beats. Experience the gritty sound and workflow of a legendary music production tool.
- Sampled beat creation
- SP-1200 emulation
- Import and record samples
- Sample chopping and pitching
- Sequencing
- Multiple filters and effects
- Compressor
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Create sampled beats the original 90's way using eSPi. The SP-1200 was the primary tool of many legendary hip-hop beatmakers and house music producers in the 90's. It is well known for its gritty sound and simple but effective workflow. Now with eSPi you get to experience this machine right at your fingertips, on your iPad. Import samples or record them yourself, chop them up, pitch them and sequence them within the app. Features include multiple filters, effects, a compressor, and most importantly the best emulation of the gritty signature sound produced by the SP-1200 when pitching samples up & down. eSPi is also available on Mac, Linux & PC. *SP1200 & SP12 are registered trademarks or Rossum Electromusic LLC.
Cornerman for K.O. II
This app serves as a sample librarian for the Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II sampler. It allows users to upload, download, and organize backups directly from their device. Note that it requires a USB-C connection and is only compatible with iOS devices featuring such ports.
- Sample librarian for EP-133 K.O. II
- Upload and download backups
- Organize and share backups
- USB-C connection required
- iOS device compatibility
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Cornerman for K.O. II is a third party Sample Librarian for the Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II Sampler Composer. The app doesn't make any sound by itself and is designed to work connected to the EP-133 via an USB-C connection. IMPORTANT: Please note that due to hardware limitations of the K.O. II the app is only compatible with iOS devices using USB-C ports. Power is provided by the mobile device for the EP-133 while connected. Features: - Upload and download backups from your K.O. II - Organize and share your backups with friends Drum Machine Funk is an independent software developer not affiliated with Teenage Engineering. We develop innovative apps for your favorite sampler and synthesizer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Cornerman for K.O. II at Free against eSPi's $19.99. eSPi's advantage is rating (3.7 vs 2.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Cornerman for K.O. II is free to download; eSPi costs $19.99 up front. Cornerman for K.O. II sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. eSPi asks for nothing beyond the download.
eSPi holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of eSPi's written reviews are positive against 20% of Cornerman for K.O. II's.
eSPi ships an update fortnightly, Cornerman for K.O. II every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eSPi | Cornerman for K.O. II |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.7 (39 ratings) — better | 2.5 (11 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 51.5% of reviews — better | 20.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | #87 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Louis Teboul | Delta Seven Kft. |
Customer experience
eSPi
Cornerman for K.O. II
In-app purchases
eSPi
No in-app purchases
Cornerman for K.O. II
- Restore/Backup Functionality$14.99
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