Steelpan App PRO V2 vs DrumFlow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Steelpan App PRO V2
This advanced music app offers a professional steelpan tuner with eight partial analysis, interactive learning tools, and the ability to play various steelpan instruments. It allows users to customize pad mapping and learn songs via MIDI files, making it a comprehensive tool for players, educators, and builders.
- Professional steelpan tuner
- Eight partial analysis
- Interactive learning tools
- Play various steelpan instruments
- Editable pad mapping
- Learn songs via MIDI
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Steelpan App Pro V2 is the world’s most advanced steelpan learning, performance, and tuning tool. Designed for steelpan players, educators, and builders, it combines a powerful concert-pitch tuner, interactive learning tools, and patented steelpan technology to help you play, teach, and evaluate steelpans like a professional. This app features patented technology and builds on the legacy of the world’s first electronic synthesized steelpan. NEW: PROFESSIONAL STEELPAN TUNER (A = 440 Hz) Steelpan App Pro V2 now includes a built-in acoustic tuner operating at concert pitch A = 440 Hz. This tuner is designed for both steelpan makers and steelpan players: •Steelpan players can test whether their acoustic instrument is in tune or needs professional tuning. •Master Steelpan tuners and builders can analyze the harmonic structure of each note during tuning. Eight Partial Analysis A key feature of this tuner is its ability to evaluate up to eight partials of a steelpan note. •The tuner indicates when the environment of the note allows all eight partials to be present, confirming proper harmonic balance. •It helps the steelpan maker determine whether the note is correctly tuned across its partials. •It helps the player determine whether: *The air partials are present and stable, or *The fundamental frequency needs further tuning. The tuner clearly identifies: •The note name •Whether the note is sharp or flat •How far the note is from pitch before reaching the next semitone. This makes Steelpan App Pro V2 not just a tuner, but a diagnostic tool for steelpan craftsmanship and performance quality. VARIED INSTRUMENTS Steelpan App Pro V2 includes features derived from the E-Pan, the world’s first electronic synthesized steelpan. Play and learn on a full range of steelpan instruments, including: •Tenor (soprano voice) •Double Tenor (alto voice) •Double Seconds (alto voice) •Double Guitar (tenor voice) •Triple Cello (tenor voice) •4-Pan Cello (tenor voice) •Tenor Bass (baritone voice) •Six Bass & Seven Bass (bass voice) Steelpan App Pro V2 is not only an instrument it is a complete teaching and learning system. EDIT PAD MAPPING Steelpan App Pro V2 is the first and only steelpan app that allows users to edit pad mapping, giving complete freedom to program any note in any position. STEELPAN PROFESSOR Steelpan Professor is available as an In-App feature and allows users to learn any song using MIDI files available on the web. With iOS Core MIDI support: •Connect a MIDI keyboard or electronic steelpan (such as the E-Pan) •Play your instrument and see the exact notes mirrored on your device •Hear sound directly from your tablet or smartphone. FEATURES •Teach and learn steelpan virtually •Learn any song using MIDI files •Change octaves easily •Note display feature •Access to a wide range of built-in instrument sounds •Full pitch range from B6 (highest Tenor) to E1 (lowest Bass) •MIDI controller and electronic steelpan support •Play-along (karaoke-style) learning •Learn to read music •Teach digitally in classrooms •Create tutorials when connected to a controller. INSTRUCTIONS •Turn your device ringer ON and volume up after downloading •Use a two-finger pinch to select instruments •Use Edit Pad Mapping to customize note placement •Visit YouTube: #1 Steelpan App GOLD/PRO •Find us on Facebook: Steelpan App •Use the IA button to access In-App purchases, including Steelpan Professor and additional instrument tones. Privacy Policy: https://yourwebsite.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
DrumFlow
This app serves as a practice companion for handpan and steel tongue drum players. It allows users to create virtual versions of their instruments, generate and learn new musical patterns, and build a personal library of saved rhythms. It also includes a virtual drum simulator for practice anywhere.
- Virtual instrument matching
- Customizable pattern generation
- Visual note display
- Pattern library with iCloud sync
- Virtual drum simulator
- Built-in metronome
- Multiple popular scales
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Your practice companion for handpan and steel tongue drum. Discover patterns, build your library, and play along on your real instrument—or practice anywhere with built-in virtual drums. MATCH YOUR REAL DRUM • Create a virtual version of your physical instrument • Set your exact scale and custom tunings • Add a photo of your drum for perfect visual match • Practice patterns that work with your actual instrument LEARN NEW PATTERNS • Generate musical patterns instantly • Visual display works like handpan tabs—see exactly which notes to play • Adjust complexity, accents, and breaks • Find rhythms that inspire you • Play along on your physical drum BUILD YOUR LIBRARY • Save patterns you want to revisit • Organize with tags and collections • iCloud sync across all your devices • Your collection grows with your journey PLAY ANYTIME • Virtual handpan and tongue drum simulator with realistic sounds • Responsive touch controls • Multiple scales and layouts • Practice anywhere, even without your physical instrument STAY IN RHYTHM • Built-in metronome with adjustable tempo • Loop patterns for focused practice • Visual display shows the current beat • Perfect for meditation or creative sessions Whether you own a handpan, tongue drum, or want to explore these beautiful instruments—DrumFlow helps you play more, learn faster, and enjoy every session. Go with the flow. --- PATTERN GENERATOR THAT MAKES SENSE DrumFlow doesn't generate random noise. The pattern generator creates musical phrases using motif-based composition—short melodic ideas that repeat and vary naturally. The result: patterns that actually sound good and are satisfying to play. Customize your patterns with: • Length: 4, 8, 16, or 32 beats • Complexity: control how many notes per bar • Breaks: add breathing room with rests • Accents: emphasize certain beats for groove Every generated pattern is unique, but always musical. SCALES FOR EVERY INSTRUMENT DrumFlow includes the most popular handpan and tongue drum scales: • Kurd (incl. D Minor) – the most common handpan scale • Celtic / Amara – bright and uplifting • Integral – versatile and expressive • Hijaz – Middle Eastern flavor • Pentatonic Major & Minor – universally pleasing • And many more Set your drum's root note and scale, or create fully custom tunings to match your exact instrument. MADE FOR REAL PLAYERS Whether you're warming up before a session, learning a new rhythm, or exploring ideas for composition—DrumFlow fits naturally into your practice routine. • Warm up: Loop a simple pattern while you find your flow • Learn: Slow down the tempo to master tricky rhythms • Compose: Save patterns as starting points for your own creations • Relax: Let patterns play while you meditate or unwind EXPLORE WITHOUT OWNING Don't have a handpan yet? Use DrumFlow as your virtual handpan to explore different scales and sounds before investing in an instrument. Discover what resonates with you—then make an informed choice when you're ready to buy. PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS Never played a handpan or tongue drum before? No problem. DrumFlow requires zero musical experience. The intuitive pad layout makes sense immediately—just tap and listen. Start with simple patterns and gradually explore more complex rhythms as you grow. MINDFULNESS & RELAXATION The meditative tones of handpan and tongue drums are renowned for relaxation and stress relief. Use DrumFlow for: • Yoga and stretching sessions • Meditation and breathwork • Sound healing practice • Unwinding after a long day Let the patterns guide you into a calm, focused state. WORKS OFFLINE Your patterns and drums are stored locally on your device. Practice anywhere—no internet connection required. When you're back online, iCloud keeps everything in sync across your iPhone and iPad. DESIGNED WITH CARE DrumFlow is built by a musician, for musicians. Clean interface. No clutter. No distractions. Just you and your drum.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DrumFlow at 100% against Steelpan App PRO V2's 55%. DrumFlow also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Steelpan App PRO V2's advantage is ratings volume (21 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Steelpan App PRO V2 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and DrumFlow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DrumFlow holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steelpan App PRO V2 has 21 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Steelpan App PRO V2's written reviews are positive against 100% of DrumFlow's.
Steelpan App PRO V2 ships an update every 4 months, DrumFlow every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Steelpan App PRO V2 | DrumFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (21 ratings) | 4.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 54.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NapeInc | Nils Blum-Oeste |
Customer experience
Steelpan App PRO V2
DrumFlow
In-app purchases
Steelpan App PRO V2
- One month$12.991 Month
- One year$35.991 Year
- Choir Aahs sounds$4.99
- Fretless bass$4.99
- Pan Flute sounds$4.99
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- Piano sounds$4.99
- Trumpet sounds$4.99
- Violin sounds$4.99
- Steelpan Professor$6.99
- Lifetime license$179.99
DrumFlow
- DrumFlow Plus$8.99
Questions
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