# Easy Performer vs Pop Drummer

The clearest difference is ads: Pop Drummer at none against Easy Performer's shown. Pop Drummer also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 67%). Easy Performer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Easy Performer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pop Drummer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Easy Performer against 4.8 for Pop Drummer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 159 and 252 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Easy Performer's written reviews are positive against 91% of Pop Drummer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Easy Performer | Pop Drummer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (159 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-performer/id1617292282/reviews) | **[4.8 (252 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pop-drummer-real-drum-machine/id6746682415/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 159 | **252** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **91.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 104 MB | 366 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RV Applications B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1568507172) | [Lumbeat](https://appshunter.io/developer/590278231) |

## What reviewers say

### Easy Performer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-performer/id1617292282)

This app allows users to play audio and video files with integrated lyric display for live performances or home use. It supports creating custom setlists, importing media from various cloud services, and offers advanced features like smooth fade-outs and MIDI control.  Unlock full functionality with a PRO purchase.

**Highlights:** Audio and video playback, Real-time lyric display, Customizable setlists, Cloud media import, Smooth fade-out, MIDI plugin support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MIDI Plugin | $17.99 | one-time |
| EasyPerformer Pro | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and load sets
- 👍 Great for live performances
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 👍 Web import is convenient
- 👍 Individual volume control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 MIDI device recognition issues
- 🐛 Clunky song loading
- 🐛 Awkward setlist creation/navigation
- 🐛 No rewind button on pads
- 🐛 App requires Wi-Fi for verification

**Reported bugs**

- MIDI device not remembered
- MIDI device recognition is difficult
- MP3 videos displayed upside down
- Video playback starts without audio
- Playhead does not move in video playback

**Requested features**

- Allow MIDI device to be remembered
- Improve MIDI device recognition sequence
- Add independent audio outputs
- Easier text editing for lyrics/metadata
- Support for PDF import alongside music


### Pop Drummer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pop-drummer-real-drum-machine/id6746682415)

This app provides realistic acoustic drum sounds and editable grooves for musicians and creators. It offers multiple drummer styles, live performance pads, and extensive customization options for creating and performing pop rhythms. Supports AUv3 and standalone use.

**Highlights:** Realistic acoustic drum kits, Editable and customizable grooves, Multiple drummer styles, Live performance pads, AUv3 and standalone compatibility, MIDI control and export, Song arrangement mode

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Studio Mix | $8.99 | one-time |
| Pop Drummer Full Access | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Responsive developer
- 👍 One-time purchase instead of subscription
- 👍 AUv3 and MIDI support
- 👍 Modern user interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Issues with song mode
- 🤔 MIDI implementation could be improved

**Reported bugs**

- MIDI not working with some apps

**Requested features**

- Tap tempo MIDI control
- Cross-stick MIDI control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Easy Performer free?

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

### Is Pop Drummer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Easy Performer or Pop Drummer?

Pop Drummer is rated higher. Easy Performer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 159 ratings, while Pop Drummer averages 4.8 from 252 ratings.

### Do Easy Performer or Pop Drummer have ads?

Easy Performer shows ads; Pop Drummer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Easy Performer or Pop Drummer?

Easy Performer ships an update fortnightly, and Pop Drummer fortnightly. Most recently, Easy Performer was updated on November 7, 2026 and Pop Drummer on November 8, 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.*