# FL Studio Mobile vs Soundtrap

The clearest difference is price: Soundtrap at Free against FL Studio Mobile's $14.99. Soundtrap also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (11K vs 654). FL Studio Mobile's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (53% vs 28%). On in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Soundtrap is free to download; FL Studio Mobile costs $14.99 up front. FL Studio Mobile sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Soundtrap sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Soundtrap holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Soundtrap has 11K ratings behind it against 654, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of FL Studio Mobile's written reviews are positive against 28% of Soundtrap's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

FL Studio Mobile ships an update weekly, Soundtrap fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FL Studio Mobile | Soundtrap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $14.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.8 (654 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fl-studio-mobile/id432850619/reviews) | **[4.3 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundtrap-music-making-studio/id991031323/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 654 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | **52.7% of reviews** | 28.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#4** | #105 |
| Size | 422 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Image Line Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/432850147) | [Soundtrap](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704308584) |

## What reviewers say

### FL Studio Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fl-studio-mobile/id432850619)

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Paid · Music, #15 Top Paid, #85 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

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

**Highlights:** Multi-track audio recording, High-quality synthesizers and samplers, MIDI controller and automation support, Piano roll and step sequencer, Per-track mixer controls, Save and load multiple audio/MIDI formats, Wi-Fi and Cloud sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Groove Machine Synth | Free | one-time |
| Sliced Beats | $0.99 | one-time |
| Voices | $0.99 | one-time |
| Acoustic Guitars | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tuned 808 Bass | $0.99 | one-time |
| Synth Lead | $1.99 | one-time |
| Synth Plucks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Chill-Lo-Fi Mobile | $1.99 | one-time |
| Amped Guitar & Bass | $2.99 | one-time |
| Varazdin Orchestral Mobile | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for making music on the go
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
- 💡 Ability to import own samples and sounds
- 🚀 Powerful sequencing and composition tools
- 👍 Good value for the price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔇 Limited sound selection and synth capabilities
- 🔇 Clunky piano roll and note editing
- 🔇 Restrictive effects and mixing options
- 🔇 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

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


### Soundtrap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundtrap-music-making-studio/id991031323)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Grossing · Music, #174 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Create music and record podcasts with an intuitive online studio and mobile app. Collaborate in real-time, access thousands of loops and instruments, and mix your tracks with professional effects. Seamlessly switch between devices to capture inspiration wherever it strikes.

**Highlights:** Cross-device music creation, Real-time collaboration, Vocal recording and effects, Extensive loop and instrument library, Cloud-based workflow, Mix and master tools

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Soundtrap Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Sound Starter | $11.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Supreme | $14.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Music Production | $16.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Vocals & Songwriting | $16.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Production & Vocals | $20.99 | per month |
| Soundtrap Sound Starter | $115.99 | per year |
| Soundtrap Music Production | $163.99 | per year |
| Soundtrap Production & Vocals | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great for beginners
- 🎨 Lots of instruments and loops
- 💻 Good on desktop, poor on mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find songs
- 🔊 Audio quality issues
- 🤖 Laggy and slow performance
- 💰 Subscription model too restrictive

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to log in or access account
- Tracks disappearing or not saving properly
- Microphone and audio recording issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add MIDI editing capabilities
- Improve mobile app functionality
- Implement auto-save feature
- Provide more free sound options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FL Studio Mobile free?

FL Studio Mobile costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Soundtrap free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FL Studio Mobile or Soundtrap?

Soundtrap is rated higher. FL Studio Mobile averages 3.8 out of 5 from 654 ratings, while Soundtrap averages 4.3 from 11K ratings.

### Do FL Studio Mobile or Soundtrap have ads?

Soundtrap shows ads; FL Studio Mobile does not.

### Which is updated more often, FL Studio Mobile or Soundtrap?

FL Studio Mobile ships an update weekly, and Soundtrap fortnightly. Most recently, FL Studio Mobile was updated on November 7, 2026 and Soundtrap on November 7, 2026.

### Which is more popular, FL Studio Mobile or Soundtrap?

FL Studio Mobile currently peaks at #4 in the App Store charts, and Soundtrap at #105. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*