Comparison

FL Studio Mobile vs 531sampler

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FL Studio Mobile

Create and save complete multi-track music projects on your mobile device. Record, sequence, edit, mix, and render full songs with a wide array of instruments and effects. Share your creations via Wi-Fi or cloud.

Highlights
  • Multi-track audio recording
  • Sequencer and piano roll editing
  • Mixer with per-track controls
  • Extensive instrument and effect modules
  • MIDI controller and file support
  • Project sharing via Wi-Fi/Cloud
  • Audiobus and IAA support
Features
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Create and save complete multi-track music projects on your iPad, iPhone or Mac. Record, sequence, edit, mix and render complete songs. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS * Audio recording, track-length stem/wav import * Browse sample and presets with preview * Effects modules (see Included Content) * Full-screen MacBook and iMac Trackpad and Mouse support. * High quality synthesizers, sampler, drum kits & sliced-loop beats * Instrument modules (see Included Content) * Load projects in the FL STUDIO** FREE Plugin version of this App * MIDI controller support (class compliant). Automation support. * MIDI file import and Export (Single-track or Multi-track) * Mixer: Per-track mute, solo, effect bus, pan and volume adjustment * Piano roll. Edit notes or capture recorded performances. * Save and load WAV, MP3, AAC*, FLAC, MIDI * Share your songs via Wi-Fi or Cloud to other Mobile 3 installations * Step sequencer * User interface configurable with all screen resolutions and sizes. * Virtual piano-keyboard & Drumpads * IAA App support (In/Out), Audiobus support (In/Out) * Audio recording (external and internal sources) * Share your songs via Sync to other Mobile 3 devices / installations * Load your projects in the FL STUDIO* FREE 'Plugin' Version of this App# IN APP PURCHASES & INCLUDED CONTENT FL Studio Mobile includes in-app purchases for the DirectWave sample player. You can install your own samples and don’t need to buy content. All Instrument modules are included: Drum Sampler, DirectWave Sample Player, GMS (Groove Machine Synth), Transistor Bass, MiniSynth & SuperSaw. All Effect modules are included: Analyzer (visual), Auto Ducker, Auto-Pitch (pitch correction), Chorus, Compressor, Limiter, Distortion, Parametric Equalizer, Graphic Equalizer, Flanger, Reverb, Tuner (Guitar/Vocal/Inst), High-Pass/Low-Pass/Band-Pass/Formant (Vox) Filters, Delays, Phaser and Stereoizer. Included Drum Samples: Cymbals, Hats, Kicks, Snares, Toms, Percussion, Risers, SFX Included DirectWave Instruments: Guitars, Keyboards, Orchestral, Synth, Bass, Synth Keyboards, Synth Leads, Synth Pads, Sliced, Drums, Drum Kits and Effects. Included MiniSynth Presets: Bass, Keys, Leads, Pads, SFX, Synths Included SuperSaw Presets: Arps, Bass, Bells, SFX, Leads, Pads, Sequences, Synths WANT TO TRY BEFORE YOU BUY? Install FL STUDIO 20 for macOS / Windows and you can use the FL Studio Mobile Plugin. This is identical to the App, as a plugin inside FL Studio. Get it here: http://www.image-line.com/downloads/flstudiodownload.html MANUAL / TRAINING / VIDEOS http://support.image-line.com/redirect/flstudiomobile_help http://support.image-line.com/redirect/flstudiomobile_videos SUPPORT Please help us to help you! In the App, tap 'Help > Users & Support Forums' to register FL Studio Mobile to your Image-Line account and gain access to the forum. You can then report bugs, make feature requests and access free downloadable content: http://support.image-line.com/redirect/flmobile_forum

About

531sampler

Features
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Capture a sound the moment inspiration strikes, shape it, and start playing. 531sampler is a simple, hands-on loop sampler built around 12 pads and a Chaos FX surface. Record from the microphone or bring in audio from 531player, then trim, loop, chop, rearrange, and perform without getting lost in complicated menus. KEY FEATURES • 12 playable sample pads • Record samples up to 45 seconds • Import audio from 531player • Independent TRIM and LOOP ranges • Pitch, time, reverse, volume, pan, and noise reduction • CHOP with equal division or transient-based AUTO detection • Rearrange slices, remove unwanted parts, rebuild a pad, or assign slices across pads • Chaos FX with delay, filter, reverb, and noise • LOOP, SELECT, FREEZE, and ALL STOP performance controls • Record your performance with REC MIX • Save multiple projects on your device Designed for quick ideas, spontaneous sound experiments, and live play. No account, ads, analytics, or tracking. Your recordings and projects remain on your device.

Screenshots

FL Studio Mobile4 screens
531sampler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 531sampler at $2.99 against FL Studio Mobile's $14.99. 531sampler also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). FL Studio Mobile's advantage is chart position (#3 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 1). On ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

FL Studio Mobile costs $14.99 and 531sampler $2.99 up front. FL Studio Mobile sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. 531sampler asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FL Studio Mobile ships an update every 9 days, 531sampler every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
FL Studio Mobile versus 531sampler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFL Studio Mobile531sampler
Price$14.99$2.99 — better
Rating3.8 (577 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings577 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#3 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size407 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImage Line SoftwareAKIHIKO YOSHIDA

Bugs and requests

FL Studio Mobile

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes when importing audio files
  • Saved projects randomly deleted or corrupted
  • MIDI import/export not functioning properly
  • Slide notes not working in slicer feature
  • Audio quality issues when exporting tracks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add tempo automation
  • Improve piano roll and note editing
  • Expand sound library and synthesis options
  • Enhance effects and mixing capabilities
  • Improve compatibility and stability

531sampler

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

FL Studio Mobile

One-time11
  • Transistor BassFree
  • Groove Machine SynthFree
  • Sliced Beats$0.99
Show 8 more
  • Voices$0.99
  • Acoustic Guitars$0.99
  • Tuned 808 Bass$0.99
  • Synth Lead$1.99
  • Synth Plucks$1.99
  • Chill-Lo-Fi Mobile$1.99
  • Amped Guitar & Bass$2.99
  • Varazdin Orchestral Mobile$3.99
None

531sampler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FL Studio Mobile free?
FL Studio Mobile costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is 531sampler free?
531sampler costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do FL Studio Mobile or 531sampler have ads?
Neither FL Studio Mobile nor 531sampler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FL Studio Mobile or 531sampler?
FL Studio Mobile ships an update every 9 days, and 531sampler every 4 days. Most recently, FL Studio Mobile was updated on October 12, 2026 and 531sampler on September 30, 2026.

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