# BeatMaker 2 vs Sample Library

The clearest difference is price: Sample Library at Free against BeatMaker 2's $11.99. Sample Library also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). BeatMaker 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (232 vs 4). On device support there is nothing between them.

Sample Library is free to download; BeatMaker 2 costs $11.99 up front. BeatMaker 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Sample Library asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sample Library holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BeatMaker 2 has 232 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of BeatMaker 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Sample Library's.

BeatMaker 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Sample Library weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BeatMaker 2 | Sample Library |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $11.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.4 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatmaker-2/id417020234/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sample-library/id6744061932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **232** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 66.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#139** | — |
| Size | 745 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [INTUA](https://appshunter.io/developer/285413818) | [Dariusz Chynek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805845479) |

## What reviewers say

### BeatMaker 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatmaker-2/id417020234)

**Currently charting:** #139 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

Create professional-quality music on your mobile device. Build virtual studios, compose songs with a variety of instruments and effects, and record your ideas. Import your own sounds or use the extensive library to bring your musical vision to life.

**Highlights:** Virtual home-studio creation, Multiple instrument types, Full range of audio effects, Sound library and import options, MIDI accessory compatibility, Multi-track sequencer, Piano-roll interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Prime Loops - Dirty South Heroes | $3.99 | one-time |
| Prime Loops - East Coast Hip Hop Volume 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Prime Loops - Midnight R&B Gold | $3.99 | one-time |
| Prime Loops - West Coast Anthology | $3.99 | one-time |
| 9TH Street | $4.99 | one-time |
| Essential Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Emerge Audio Dubstep Destruction | $5.99 | one-time |
| Southern Homie | $6.99 | one-time |
| South Chiefs | $7.99 | one-time |
| INTUA Future ATL | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful sampling and beat-making capabilities
- 👍 Intuitive and flexible workflow
- 🎨 Extensive sound library
- 💡 Ability to import custom samples and MIDI
- 🎹 Versatile keyboard and drum pad interfaces

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 High memory usage and battery drain
- 📺 Poor iPad optimization and scaling
- 🔇 Lackluster built-in sounds and synths
- 🔍 Confusing and cluttered user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Inability to restore in-app purchases
- Crashes when editing multiple pads or tracks
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS devices
- Dropbox integration and file transfer not working

**Requested features**

- Improved Dropbox and file management integration
- Add MIDI output and external hardware support
- Implement a more streamlined and intuitive UI
- Include a wider range of high-quality built-in sounds
- Add real-time audio recording and export options


### Sample Library

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sample-library/id6744061932)

Discover and select unique audio samples for your music production. Save your favorites to a personal list and easily share links to them.

**Highlights:** Random sample selection, Curated sample playlists, Save favorite samples, Copy sample links, Great-sounding samples

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BeatMaker 2 free?

BeatMaker 2 costs $11.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Sample Library free?

Sample Library is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BeatMaker 2 or Sample Library?

Sample Library is rated higher. BeatMaker 2 averages 3.4 out of 5 from 232 ratings, while Sample Library averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do BeatMaker 2 or Sample Library have ads?

Sample Library shows ads; BeatMaker 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, BeatMaker 2 or Sample Library?

BeatMaker 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Sample Library weekly. Most recently, BeatMaker 2 was updated on October 12, 2026 and Sample Library on October 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*