# Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine vs Afro Latin Percussion Machine

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine at 4.5K against Afro Latin Percussion Machine's 128. Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Afro Latin Percussion Machine sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine against 4.7 for Afro Latin Percussion Machine. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine has 4.5K ratings behind it against 128, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine's written reviews are positive against 70% of Afro Latin Percussion Machine's.

Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine ships an update monthly, Afro Latin Percussion Machine every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine | Afro Latin Percussion Machine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-beats-plus-rhythm-machine/id461218759/reviews)** | [4.7 (128 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afro-latin-percussion-machine/id879474839/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 128 |
| Positive reviews | **77.4% of reviews** | 69.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 773 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ninebuzz Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/375250922) | [Lumbeat](https://appshunter.io/developer/590278231) |

## What reviewers say

### Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-beats-plus-rhythm-machine/id461218759)

This app provides a metronome with realistic drum beats instead of a simple click. It's designed to improve timing, aid in songwriting, and facilitate live jamming and performance. Users can access a large library of pre-made beats across various genres and customize their practice sessions.

**Highlights:** Realistic drum beats, not a click, 100+ pre-made beats in various genres, Adjustable tempo without pitch change, Personalize and favorite beats, Improve timing with Bar Break beats, Connect to other music apps via Inter-app Audio, Jam via Bluetooth or AirPlay

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drum Beats+ Pro (1 Month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Drum Beats+ Pro (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| DB+ Pro 1 Year (3-days Free) | $29.99 | per year |
| Drum Beats+ Pro Unlimited | $29.99 | per year |
| Jazz 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heavy Metal 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Blues 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Country 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Blues 2 | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fabulous drum accompaniment
- 🚀 Excellent app for practice and jamming
- 👍 Easy and helpful
- 👍 Great practice tool
- 👍 Useful app for guitarist accompaniment

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid trash
- 💰 Subscription
- 💰 Only a 3 day free trial
- 💰 Wanted to try. Paywall.
- 💰 I paid for the app

**Reported bugs**

- Mutes after three loops
- Sounds are OK, AirPlay doesn't work
- NOT a metronome app - and a big problem with tempo
- I don't have an Airturn
- Sounds are poor

**Requested features**

- Visual cue could be an improvement
- Tap tempo
- Ability to save customizations
- Finer tempo adjustment
- Ability to create own beats, sounds, and patterns


### Afro Latin Percussion Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afro-latin-percussion-machine/id879474839)

Create and perform authentic Afro-Latin rhythms with a vast library of high-quality percussion sounds. Edit existing beats or compose your own, and integrate with other music apps for live sessions.

**Highlights:** Authentic Afro-Latin rhythms, High-quality percussion sounds, Rhythm editing and creation, Live performance pads, Song structure creation, MIDI controls, Audiobus and Inter-App compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Afro Latin Full Access | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Authentic sounds
- 💡 Great variety of rhythms
- 🎹 Versatile for practice
- ✨ Inspiring and functional
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Robotic sound
- 🔊 Clumpy and harsh sounds
- 🎚️ Lack of natural dynamics
- 🎶 Sounds drowned in reverb
- 😕 Unintuitive interface

**Reported bugs**

- Problems with sync
- MIDI Sync unstable
- Glitches where song doesn't save
- App crashes when saving
- No sound after phone call

**Requested features**

- Add swing options from Hip Hop drummer
- Add export function to Logic Pro X
- Add tutorial or manual
- Add piano and horns for true Latin effect
- Add MIDI control for live pad control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine free?

Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Afro Latin Percussion Machine free?

Afro Latin Percussion Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine or Afro Latin Percussion Machine?

Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine is rated higher. Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Afro Latin Percussion Machine averages 4.7 from 128 ratings.

### Do Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine or Afro Latin Percussion Machine have ads?

Neither Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine nor Afro Latin Percussion Machine shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine or Afro Latin Percussion Machine?

Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine ships an update monthly, and Afro Latin Percussion Machine every 2 months. Most recently, Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine was updated on September 28, 2026 and Afro Latin Percussion Machine on September 26, 2026.

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