# Rhythm Pad vs Tap2Beat

The clearest difference is monetization model: Rhythm Pad at free with in-app purchases against Tap2Beat's subscription. Rhythm Pad also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 52%). Tap2Beat's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rhythm Pad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tap2Beat sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Rhythm Pad against 4.5 for Tap2Beat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 316 and 641 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Rhythm Pad's written reviews are positive against 52% of Tap2Beat's.

Rhythm Pad ships an update every 2 months, Tap2Beat monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rhythm Pad | Tap2Beat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (316 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-pad/id504321020/reviews) | [4.5 (641 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap2beat-drum-pad-machine/id1403467382/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 316 | **641** |
| Positive reviews | **75.3% of reviews** | 51.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 55 MB | 164 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **10.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bijoy Thangaraj](https://appshunter.io/developer/453056920) | [Ascella Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1035331257) |

## What reviewers say

### Rhythm Pad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-pad/id504321020)

Create and record drum beats with high-quality sampled sounds. Utilize a sequencer to build patterns, play along with your music library, and export your creations as audio files. Customize drum kits and apply effects for professional-sounding results.

**Highlights:** High-quality stereo sampled drum sounds, Sequencer for creating drum patterns, Live performance recording, Export recordings as audio files (AAC/WAVE), Built-in reverb and compression effects, Customizable drum kits, Play along with music library

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro Version | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🥁 Great drum samples
- 👍 Responsive and easy to use
- 🎶 Ability to play along with music
- 🎮 Fun and enjoyable experience
- 📝 Good for practice and recording

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Aggressive ads and notifications
- 🔇 Sound issues (disappearing sound, low volume)
- 🐛 Bugs and performance problems
- 🔌 Latency issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup after purchasing the pro version
- Ads still show up even after purchasing the pro version
- Music playback issues when using the app

**Requested features**

- Ability to import custom drum samples
- More drum kits and sound options
- Support for additional time signatures
- Improved recording and overdubbing features
- Option to adjust individual pad volumes


### Tap2Beat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap2beat-drum-pad-machine/id1403467382)

Create music with this intuitive drum machine app. Explore diverse sound packs, tap pads to craft beat loops, and record your own tracks. Ideal for aspiring beat makers of all skill levels.

**Highlights:** High-quality sound packs, 24 drum pads, Beat loop creation, Track recording, Built-in metronome, Sequencer

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week UNLIMITED Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rhythm Pad free?

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

### Is Tap2Beat free?

Tap2Beat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Rhythm Pad or Tap2Beat?

Rhythm Pad and Tap2Beat are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 316 and 641 ratings respectively.

### Do Rhythm Pad or Tap2Beat have ads?

Rhythm Pad shows ads; Tap2Beat does not.

### Which is updated more often, Rhythm Pad or Tap2Beat?

Rhythm Pad ships an update every 2 months, and Tap2Beat monthly. Most recently, Rhythm Pad was updated on September 22, 2026 and Tap2Beat on September 23, 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.*