# EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC vs Beat Station

The clearest difference is monetization model: EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC at free with in-app purchases against Beat Station's subscription. EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 64%) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 12.0). Beat Station's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Beat Station sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 — 4.7 for EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC against 4.5 for Beat Station. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 498 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC's written reviews are positive against 64% of Beat Station's.

EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC ships an update every 3 months, Beat Station every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC | Beat Station |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easybeats-drum-machine-mpc/id329472198/reviews)** | [4.5 (498 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-station-drum-machine/id1207156644/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 498 |
| Positive reviews | **73.7% of reviews** | 63.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 51 MB | 209 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Christian Inkster](https://appshunter.io/developer/310708737) | [Sonar Multimedia](https://appshunter.io/developer/992774946) |

## What reviewers say

### EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easybeats-drum-machine-mpc/id329472198)

Create music with this intuitive drum machine app. Import your own sounds or use the included kits to build beats with a powerful pattern editor. Export your creations in high quality.

**Highlights:** 16 responsive sample pads, Import custom sounds, Pattern editor sequencer, Adjustable step count and swing, Full quality WAV export, AudioBus and WiST support, MIDI Clock Sync

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO 12 Month Subscription | $4.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Studio Pass | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12 Month Studio Pass | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Wide variety of sounds
- 🔊 High-quality audio
- 💡 Helpful tutorial
- 🚀 Responsive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📺 Poor visual design
- 🔊 Limited sound selection

**Reported bugs**

- Metronome not working
- Timing issues with recorded beats
- Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to save custom beats
- Import own audio samples
- Tempo and time signature controls
- MIDI support
- More sound packs and genres


### Beat Station

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-station-drum-machine/id1207156644)

This app provides a versatile drum machine for musicians, offering realistic drum sets and extensive loop libraries. It allows for real-time control of song sections and hands-free operation via a Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard, enhancing practice, production, and live performance.

**Highlights:** Realistic drum sets, Extensive drum loop library, Multiple control modes (Loop, Pedal, Song), Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard support, Inter-App Audio and background audio, Export songs as audio files, MIDI implementation and DAW integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beat Station Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Beat Station Pro (Yearly) | $22.99 | per year |
| Beat Station Pro (Lifetime) | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Versatile beat options
- 🎸 Great for guitarists and musicians
- 🎧 Realistic drum sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription-only model
- 🔒 Lack of one-time purchase option
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 💸 Perceived as overpriced

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues (unable to restore purchases)
- App freezing or closing unexpectedly
- Blank tutorial screens
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between beats

**Requested features**

- More beat variety (Latin, jazz, waltz, etc.)
- Ability to import custom drum samples
- Tempo and style changes within a song
- Midi export option
- Better tutorial and customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC free?

EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Beat Station free?

Beat Station is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC or Beat Station?

EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC is rated higher. EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Beat Station averages 4.5 from 498 ratings.

### Do EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC or Beat Station have ads?

Neither EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC nor Beat Station shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC or Beat Station?

EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC ships an update every 3 months, and Beat Station every 5 weeks. Most recently, EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC was updated on October 31, 2026 and Beat Station on November 1, 2026.

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