# iRig Recorder LE vs Loops By CDub

The clearest difference is rating: Loops By CDub at 4.5 against iRig Recorder LE's 1.0. Loops By CDub also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iRig Recorder LE sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Loops By CDub sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loops By CDub holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loops By CDub has 1.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of iRig Recorder LE's written reviews are positive against 48% of Loops By CDub's.

iRig Recorder LE ships an update every 9 months, Loops By CDub monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iRig Recorder LE | Loops By CDub |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irig-recorder-le/id426702477/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loops-by-cdub/id1088667674/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 22.8% of reviews | **47.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#94** |
| Size | 26 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IK Multimedia US, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/323694278) | [The C-Dub Brand, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1088667673) |

## What reviewers say

### iRig Recorder LE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irig-recorder-le/id426702477)

Easily record and edit high-quality audio and video on your mobile device. Capture content with one-touch recording, add markers, and utilize intuitive editing tools. Share your creations directly from the app.

**Highlights:** One-touch audio and video recording, Intuitive editing tools (cut, crop, loop), Waveform editing, Text and photo marker support, Automatic volume optimization, Multiple sharing options

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fading | $0.99 | one-time |
| High Quality File Export | $3.99 | one-time |
| Waveform Editing | $4.99 | one-time |
| Creative Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Processors Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| All Functionalities Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| PRO Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great recording quality
- 👍 Functional app for basic needs
- 💡 Useful for voice recordings and interviews

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases required
- 🔍 Poor navigation and usability
- 🔇 Audio issues (distortion, speed up, etc.)
- 📤 Difficult exporting and sharing files

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings disappearing or getting corrupted
- App freezing or crashing during use
- Incompatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Unreliable recording and playback functionality

**Requested features**

- Add ability to import/merge recordings
- Improve editing and post-processing tools
- Implement better file management and organization
- Allow Bluetooth headphone support for playback


### Loops By CDub

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loops-by-cdub/id1088667674)

**Currently charting:** #94 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

This app provides gospel and contemporary musicians with a vast library of drum loops and click tracks designed for church services. It allows for on-the-fly adjustments, live drum integration, and custom loop imports, simplifying music preparation and performance.

**Highlights:** Extensive library of drum loops and click tracks, Add live drums on the fly, Tap Tempo and adjustable loop tempo, Import custom loops, Offline access to loops, Cloud sync across devices, Playlist creation and loop management

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Enhances music sessions
- 🎼 Helpful for pianists and musicians
- 💯 Game changer for music ministry
- 🎶 Awesome loops and rhythms
- 🤖 Developer keeps improving app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- 🔁 Signing out and logging back in issues
- 🔌 Connectivity and download failures
- 💰 Expensive subscription for limited features
- 🤷‍♂️ Outdated and glitchy after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Playlists and loops disappearing after updates
- Incorrect loops playing instead of selected ones
- Loops not looping smoothly or drifting
- App freezing when importing or downloading loops
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS devices

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Ability to change loop key
- Tap tempo functionality
- More genre variety (e.g. Latin percussion)
- Customizable loop naming in playlists


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iRig Recorder LE free?

iRig Recorder LE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Loops By CDub free?

Loops By CDub is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iRig Recorder LE or Loops By CDub?

Loops By CDub is rated higher. iRig Recorder LE averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Loops By CDub averages 4.5 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do iRig Recorder LE or Loops By CDub have ads?

Neither iRig Recorder LE nor Loops By CDub shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iRig Recorder LE or Loops By CDub?

iRig Recorder LE ships an update every 9 months, and Loops By CDub monthly. Most recently, iRig Recorder LE was updated on November 7, 2026 and Loops By CDub on November 9, 2026.

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