# DiscoBox vs Tape2

The clearest difference is monetization model: Tape2 at free against DiscoBox's free with in-app purchases. Tape2 also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 50%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). DiscoBox's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DiscoBox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tape2 sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tape2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tape2 has 51 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of DiscoBox's written reviews are positive against 67% of Tape2's.

DiscoBox ships an update every 5 weeks, Tape2 every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DiscoBox | Tape2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discobox/id423224500/reviews) | **[4.5 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape2/id6446626855/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **51** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 18 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 15.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jason Santos](https://appshunter.io/developer/413331243) | [Alexander Rutkowskij](https://appshunter.io/developer/518370415) |

## What reviewers say

### DiscoBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discobox/id423224500)

This app functions as a digital jukebox, letting you select songs for parties on your iOS device. Music continues playing even when the app is in the background or other apps are in use. It also includes free mini-games for added entertainment.

**Highlights:** On-the-fly music selection, Background music playback, Bluetooth stereo compatibility, Includes free mini-games, Party-focused functionality

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DiscoBox Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |


### Tape2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape2/id6446626855)

Relive the nostalgia of 80s cassette players with this music app. It emulates a vintage cassette player, displaying animated tapes while playing your songs from the Apple Music app. Enjoy simple touch and swipe controls for an immersive retro experience.

**Highlights:** Cassette player emulator, Plays music from Apple Music app, Animated cassette display, Simple touch and swipe controls, Retro 80s aesthetic

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cassette 2 | Free | one-time |
| cassette 6 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 18 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 21 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 30 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 34 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 29 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 28 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 33 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 32 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 36 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 35 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 13 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 15 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 5 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 4 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cassette 3 | $0.49 | one-time |
| All Cassettes | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DiscoBox free?

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

### Is Tape2 free?

Tape2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DiscoBox or Tape2?

Tape2 is rated higher. DiscoBox averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Tape2 averages 4.5 from 51 ratings.

### Do DiscoBox or Tape2 have ads?

Neither DiscoBox nor Tape2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DiscoBox or Tape2?

DiscoBox ships an update every 5 weeks, and Tape2 every 3 months. Most recently, DiscoBox was updated on October 15, 2026 and Tape2 on October 15, 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.*