# Loopseque Lite vs Launchpad

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Loopseque Lite at none against Launchpad's 10. Loopseque Lite also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 17.0). Launchpad's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 26 months) and ratings volume (35K vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Launchpad sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Loopseque Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Loopseque Lite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Launchpad has 35K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Loopseque Lite's written reviews are positive against 85% of Launchpad's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Loopseque Lite ships an update every 26 months, Launchpad fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loopseque Lite | Launchpad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopseque-lite/id401656667/reviews)** | [4.8 (35K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchpad-music-and-beat-maker/id584362474/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **35K** |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | **84.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 26 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Casual Underground](https://appshunter.io/developer/384127922) | [Focusrite Audio Engineering](https://appshunter.io/developer/321949338) |

## What reviewers say

### Loopseque Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopseque-lite/id401656667)

Create music easily with this intuitive app that makes beat-making feel like a game. It offers modes for beginners and professionals to improvise, arrange compositions, and learn different musical styles.

**Highlights:** Easy pattern creation, Fast pattern switching, Team play modes, Learn music styles, 32-step circle sequencer, 4 channels with 9 patterns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Launchpad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchpad-music-and-beat-maker/id584362474)

Create and remix electronic music with a professional sound library and intuitive grid interface. Layer beats, melodies, and vocals, then apply DJ-style effects to craft unique tracks. Record and share your musical creations with the world.

**Highlights:** Multi-color grid for playing sounds, Mix and remix soundpacks, DJ-style performance effects, Weekly soundpack releases, Record and share music, Import custom sounds (iPad), Ableton Link integration

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Launchpad Premium (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| Found Sound Journey: Hip Hop | Free | one-time |
| EDM Haze | Free | one-time |
| Dub Trap | Free | one-time |
| Found Sound Journey: Techno | Free | one-time |
| FoundSoundJourney:ItalianChill | Free | one-time |
| Glitchstep | $1.99 | one-time |
| Viral Hip Hop | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hypnotic Energy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Audio Import | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun
- 🚀 Lots of beats you can use
- 🚀 Good for mental capacity
- 🚀 So good at making beats
- 🚀 Really good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Makes it look free but not
- 🐛 Not much you can do without paying
- 🐛 Crashes while working
- 🐛 Glitchy
- 🐛 Needs bluetooth MIDI desperately

**Reported bugs**

- Audio import not working
- Inability to delete unnecessary recordings
- Inability to see name of soundpack a loop belongs to
- Pad selections disappearing when hitting stop
- Inability to import audio after updating

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit after a track is recorded, adjusting levels/adding effects
- Pause button
- Ability to duplicate a current song
- Sequencer to use drum hits
- Ability to change key of project


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loopseque Lite free?

Loopseque Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Launchpad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Loopseque Lite or Launchpad?

Loopseque Lite is rated higher. Loopseque Lite averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Launchpad averages 4.8 from 35K ratings.

### Do Loopseque Lite or Launchpad have ads?

Neither Loopseque Lite nor Launchpad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Loopseque Lite or Launchpad?

Loopseque Lite ships an update every 26 months, and Launchpad fortnightly. Most recently, Loopseque Lite was updated on November 1, 2026 and Launchpad on November 3, 2026.

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