Comparison

Dialekt vs PadCurrent

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

Head to head
About

Dialekt

Create unique musical ideas quickly with this 8-track groovebox. Explore 28 synth engines, a powerful song sequencer, and genre-based groove generation. Perfect for sketching, jamming, or live performance.

Highlights
  • 28 distinct synth engines
  • 8 touch effects with sequencer
  • Song Randomizer for fresh ideas
  • Flexible sequencing tools
  • Synth parameter per step
  • Audio Unit v3 and MIDI FX support
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Start casual, finish professional Dialekt is designed for quick groove programming and capturing new musical ideas on the fly. The 8-track groovebox for mobile and studio offers various synthesis methods, built-in effects, a song sequencer, and a powerful Song Randomizer. With 28 distinctive sound engines, flexible sequencing tools, and genre-based groove generation, Dialekt lets you create unique and professional tracks in seconds. Perfect for sketching, jamming, or performing live. :: KEY FEATURES :: • 28 Different Synth Engines • 8 Touch Effects with Sequencer • Mighty Song Randomizer • Trig Conditions, Rolls, Polyrhythms • MIDI Single Outs • Synth Parameter per Step • Audio Unit v3 Plug-In & MIDI FX Plug-In Some more info about the single features: ••• The Sounds ••• From classic oscillators to dynamic, physical tones like piano, organ, string, flute, vocal tones, as well as percussive elements and naturalistic kicks, Dialekt offers endless sound possibilities for any genre and creative endeavor. ••• The Sequencer ••• At the heart of Dialekt is the Sound per Step feature, where each synth parameter is saved to individual sequencer steps, providing full control over every detail. The Randomizers make great use of this functionality. Dialekt offers Rolls, Trig Conditions, and adjustable Tempo and Length per track. The Song Sequencer lets you create longer compositions, with features like Pattern Repeats, FX, Track Mutes, and the powerful Song Randomizer. The powerful FX sequencer with eight first-class touch-controlled effects is the cherry on top of this awesome music toy. The 8 included effects TapeStop, Filter-Delay, Reverb, Looper, Phaser, Chorus, LowPass and LoFi can be triggered with the Touch controls or the FX Sequencer. Triggers and parameter changes can be recorded and edited, and FX Sequences can easily be managed on the Memory Page. ••• The Song Randomizer ••• The Song Randomizer can create single tracks, parts, or whole songs, delivering fresh grooves and sounds every time. It generates patterns, sounds, chord progressions, fills, mute and FX sequences in various genres, which can be applied to individual elements like sounds, patterns, and pitches or to global parameters. ••• The Memory ••• All of this data needs to be managed, and that's where the Memory Page comes in. Here, you can view all your data at a glance. Simply copy or rotate tracks, patterns, and parts per Drag & Drop to build your arrangement. The Randomizers are there to fuel your creativity and offer endless inspiration.

About

PadCurrent

Features
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MAKE BEATS YOUR WAY PadCurrent makes it easy to explore sounds, choose loops, and build your own music. START WITH A SOUND PACK Choose a pack to begin creating. Start with the included Hot pack, or unlock the complete pack collection with one in-app purchase. BUILD YOUR BEAT Browse loop categories and choose drums, bass, and melody. Combine sounds to create your own groove using PadCurrent's colorful, easy-to-use controls. EXPLORE DIFFERENT STYLES Discover nine sound packs: Hot, Epic Landscape, Cool, Organic, Sweet, Decades, Cute, Elements, and Sweet Landscape. CREATE ON IPHONE AND IPAD Enjoy dedicated layouts for iPhone and iPad, designed for browsing packs and building beats. UNLOCK ALL PACKS Hot is included. A single, optional, non-consumable in-app purchase unlocks all eight additional sound packs. Restore Purchases is available for previous purchases. No ads. Just pick a pack and start creating.

Screenshots

Dialekt4 screens
PadCurrent4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PadCurrent at monthly against Dialekt's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Dialekt sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PadCurrent sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dialekt ships an update every 2 months, PadCurrent monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Dialekt versus PadCurrent: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDialektPadCurrent
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.6 GB140 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSugar Bytes GmbHHitfire Production AB

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dialekt

One-time1
  • Dialekt | iPhone Full Version$9.99
1 purchases

PadCurrent

One-time1
  • Unlock All Packs$0.99

Questions

Is Dialekt free?
Dialekt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PadCurrent free?
PadCurrent is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dialekt or PadCurrent have ads?
Neither Dialekt nor PadCurrent shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dialekt or PadCurrent?
Dialekt ships an update every 2 months, and PadCurrent monthly. Most recently, Dialekt was updated on October 30, 2026 and PadCurrent on October 24, 2026.

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