Dropophone vs Skoog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Minimalist melody creation
- Raindrop sound effects
- Looping musical notes
- Multi-colored raindrops
- Metronome included
- Simple interface
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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
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.
- Connects wirelessly via Bluetooth
- Select from various instruments
- Explore musical scales
- Adjustable sensitivity settings
- Expressive music creation
- Accessible for all abilities
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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
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Skoog sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Dropophone asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
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.
| Parameter | Dropophone | Skoog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (13 ratings) — better | 3.3 (8 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 88.2% of reviews — better | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Every 67 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.3 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 101 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HAUS K.K. | Playable Tech ltd. |
Customer experience
Dropophone
Skoog
In-app purchases
Dropophone
No in-app purchases
Skoog
- Standard - Monthly$5.991 Month
- Standard - Annual$34.991 Year









