Comparison

Dropophone vs Skoog

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

Head to head
About

Dropophone

Compose minimalist melodies by tapping multi-colored raindrops. Each drop triggers a unique note that loops, allowing you to create soothing, rain-like soundscapes. Includes a metronome for timing.

Highlights
  • Minimalist melody creation
  • Raindrop sound effects
  • Looping musical notes
  • Multi-colored raindrops
  • Metronome included
  • Simple interface
Features
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Create your own minimalist melodies with this exciting new app. Based on Lullatone's album "Little Songs About Raindrops," this app allows you to make songs that sound like drips and drops falling on a tiny orchestra of instruments. Pressing the multi-colored raindrops triggers notes that loop every six seconds. Combine different colored drops and notes to compose your own rainy-day melodic backdrops. A metronome is also included to help you keep time. This app is super simple on purpose. Simple is magic! Tell us what you think: hello@lullatone.com

About

Skoog

This app connects to a unique musical instrument device, allowing users of all skill levels to create and explore music. It offers a range of instruments, scales, and adjustable sensitivity for expressive play.

Highlights
  • Connects wirelessly via Bluetooth
  • Select from various instruments
  • Explore musical scales
  • Adjustable sensitivity settings
  • Expressive music creation
  • Accessible for all abilities
Features
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Skoog is the companion app for the Skoog 2.0 musical instrument. What you need: • A Skoog 2.0 device • A Skoog subscription. The app is free to download, but cannot be used without an active subscription Subscription Options: • Monthly: 1-month subscription, auto-renewing • Annual: 1-year subscription, auto-renewing Prices are shown in the app before you buy and may vary by country. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Your subscription keeps you connected to: • All instruments and sounds • Custom sensitivity controls • MIDI compatibility • Regular updates & support The app easily connects wirelessly via Bluetooth® Low Energy to your Skoog. You can select from a range of different instruments and explore scales, as well as adjust the sensitivity settings to your preferred set-up. Skoog 2.0 is an accessible musical instrument that allows everyone to experience the fun of making music. From the moment you lay eyes on Skoog you’ll want to play it. Whether you tap it, press it or squeeze it, the Skoog senses your touch and cleverly interprets your every move to make beautiful sound. Adjustable sensitivity means that you can play Skoog with any part of your body: hands, elbows, knees or head. This unique musical instrument can change the way you and your family can enjoy, create, and learn music - no matter what your skills, abilities, and musical talents. The universal design encourages expressive music making for children, parents, teachers, and musicians. For any questions or support issues, please get in touch with us at info@playable.tech. privacy: https://www.playable.tech/privacy/skoog terms of use: https://www.playable.tech/eula/skoog

Screenshots

Dropophone2 screens
Skoog3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dropophone at 88% against Skoog's 25%. Dropophone also leads on rating (3.8 vs 3.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Skoog's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 67 months). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Skoog sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Dropophone asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dropophone holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Dropophone's written reviews are positive against 25% of Skoog's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dropophone ships an update every 67 months, Skoog every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Dropophone versus Skoog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDropophoneSkoog
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (13 ratings) — better3.3 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 67 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.3 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB101 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHAUS K.K.Playable Tech ltd.

Customer experience

Dropophone

All ratings12 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews93 reviews
Positive88.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative8.6%

Skoog

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

Dropophone

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Skoog

Subscriptions2
  • Standard - Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Standard - Annual$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Dropophone free?
Dropophone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Skoog free?
Skoog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dropophone or Skoog?
Dropophone is rated higher. Dropophone averages 3.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Skoog averages 3.3 from 8 ratings.
Do Dropophone or Skoog have ads?
Neither Dropophone nor Skoog shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dropophone or Skoog?
Dropophone ships an update every 67 months, and Skoog every 5 weeks. Most recently, Dropophone was updated on November 1, 2026 and Skoog on October 24, 2026.

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