# BeatMaker 2 vs Medly

The clearest difference is price: Medly at Free against BeatMaker 2's $11.99. Medly also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (38K vs 232). BeatMaker 2's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Medly is free to download; BeatMaker 2 costs $11.99 up front. BeatMaker 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Medly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Medly holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Medly has 38K ratings behind it against 232, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of BeatMaker 2's written reviews are positive against 74% of Medly's.

BeatMaker 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Medly every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BeatMaker 2 | Medly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $11.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.4 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatmaker-2/id417020234/reviews) | **[4.6 (38K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medly/id940268124/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 232 | **38K** |
| Positive reviews | 60.5% of reviews | **74.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 745 MB | 336 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [INTUA](https://appshunter.io/developer/285413818) | [Medly Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/509970044) |

## What reviewers say

### BeatMaker 2

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

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


### Medly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medly/id940268124)

Create studio-quality music productions with an intuitive interface. Easily arrange notes, audio samples, and loops into sections to build songs. Offers advanced tools for editing, automation, and sharing your creations.

**Highlights:** Section-based song building, Touch-optimized note editing, Audio recording and import, Automated effects and pitch bends, SoundCloud and file sharing, Inter-App Audio and Ableton Link support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - Medly Member | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly - Medly Member | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for beginners
- 🎨 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🎶 Variety of sounds and instruments
- 💡 Helpful tutorials
- 🚀 Simple and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔒 Limited access to features without subscription
- 🎨 Restricted customization options
- 🎶 Lack of diverse instrument selection
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Audio playback issues when switching between screens
- Freezing and crashing when exporting or sharing songs
- Inconsistent behavior when moving and arranging notes

**Requested features**

- Add more free instrument packs
- Implement ability to change time signatures
- Allow importing custom sounds and samples
- Improve recording and playback functionality
- Introduce more advanced music production tools


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BeatMaker 2 free?

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

### Is Medly free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BeatMaker 2 or Medly?

Medly is rated higher. BeatMaker 2 averages 3.4 out of 5 from 232 ratings, while Medly averages 4.6 from 38K ratings.

### Do BeatMaker 2 or Medly have ads?

Neither BeatMaker 2 nor Medly shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BeatMaker 2 or Medly?

BeatMaker 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Medly every 6 days. Most recently, BeatMaker 2 was updated on September 27, 2026 and Medly on September 29, 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.*