Comparison

HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker vs Drum Pad Pro

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

Head to head
About

HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker

Create RNB and trap beats with over 60 sounds and 47 drum loops. Play drum sounds live, mix sounds and loops, and even play along with your own MP3s. The possibilities for beat making are endless.

Highlights
  • Over 60 individual sounds
  • 47 drum loops
  • Live drum sound playback
  • Create sound and loop combinations
  • Play along with your own MP3s
  • FX and Synth sounds
Features
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*PLEASE ENSURE YOUR DEVICE IS NOT IN SILENT MODE FOR SOUNDS TO PLAY* (swipe left or right to change sound page) The sound of Hip Hop & RNB has arrived for your iPhone & iPad! HipHopper Lite gives you over 60 individual sounds, as well as 47 drum loops**! These can be played in however you like, want to play more than one loop at a time? No problem! Create combinations of sounds and loops to use, play drum sounds live on your iOS device! The possibilities are endless! FX - Whizzes & Whirs SYN - Synth Sounds SD - Snare Drum BD - Bass Drum Crash - Crash Symbol Hat - Hi Hats Ride - Ride Cymbal Clap - Claps You can also play along with your own MP3's (See bottom of this description for instructions). For best results use headphones or connect your device to external speakers! ** In order to play the drums along with your own mp3's: ** - Start your iPod/iPad/iPhone and play one of yours songs. - Click on your home button. - Start the HipHopper App - Enjoy! (Please note - you cannot play the included loop tracks while playing along with your own mp3's). *PLEASE ENSURE YOUR DEVICE IS NOT IN SILENT MODE FOR SOUNDS TO PLAY* ** Lite version limited to 10 drum loops fully upgradeable via in-app purchase.

About

Drum Pad Pro

This app is a professional drum loop machine and beat maker for musicians and performers. It offers a vast library of loops across genres, real-time performance features, and custom loop import. Enhance your live sets and studio creations with advanced control and seamless integration.

Highlights
  • AUv3 Support
  • Diverse Drum Loop Library
  • Layer and Play Rhythms
  • Custom Loop Import (WAV)
  • Set Lists for Live Performances
  • MIDI Learn Integration
  • Record and Share Performances
Features
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Unleash Your Beat with Drum Pads Pro Take your rhythm game to the next level with Drum Pads Pro, the ultimate drum loop machine for musicians and performers. Whether you're creating in the studio, performing live, or jamming on the go, Drum Pads Pro delivers an expansive library of drum loops from every genre and culture—right at your fingertips. Features: • AUv3 Support: Seamlessly integrate with your favorite AUv3-compatible DAWs for a streamlined workflow. • Diverse Drum Loop Library: Access a huge variety of drum loops—from Disco, Funk, Jazz, Heavy Metal, to World Music styles like Latin, Oriental, and more. • Layer and Play: Stack rhythms, layer beats, add dynamic fills, and play hits in real time for a professional performance. • Custom Loop Import: Import your own loops in WAV format and add your personal touch to your music. • Set Lists for Live Performances: Create and organize set lists for a flawless live performance experience. • MIDI Learn Integration: Control virtually every function from your external MIDI controller with MIDI Learn. • Tap or Lock Tempo: Easily tap out or lock in your tempo to keep every loop perfectly in sync. • Smooth Transitions: Fade in, fade out, add breaks, and end rhythms cleanly with precision for seamless transitions. • Ableton Link Support: Sync your beats with Ableton Link for collaborative sessions and live performances. • Record and Share: Capture your live performances or studio sessions with built-in output recording. • iCloud Backup: Securely back up your custom sounds and loops using iCloud. Unlock More with Pro Membership: Gain access to the entire sound library and exclusive features by becoming a Pro Member. Subscription Plans: • 1 Month: $5.99 • 1 Year: $29.99 Pricing is for the US, and may vary by region. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renew in your Account Settings after purchase. Elevate Your Rhythm Game with Drum Pads Pro Whether you’re jamming at home, in the studio, or live on stage, Drum Pads Pro delivers unmatched control and creativity. From global grooves to custom beats, experience the power of professional drum loops today. Download Drum Pads Pro and start creating your rhythm masterpiece! Terms of Service: https://taqs.im/terms Privacy Policy: https://taqs.im/privacy Got feedback or questions? Reach us at contact@taqs.im.

Screenshots

HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker3 screens
Drum Pad Pro3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Drum Pad Pro at 80% against HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker's 29%. Drum Pad Pro also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (187 vs 1). HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Drum Pad Pro sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Drum Pad Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Pad Pro has 187 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker's written reviews are positive against 80% of Drum Pad Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker ships an update every 5 months, Drum Pad Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker versus Drum Pad Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHipHopper Rap Drum Beat MakerDrum Pad Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.5 (187 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1187 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFragranze Apps LimitedTAQS.IM

Customer experience

HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%

Drum Pad Pro

All ratings186 ratings
Positive85.5%
Neutral7.0%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker

One-time1
  • HipHopper Upgrade$1.99
10 purchases

Drum Pad Pro

Subscriptions2
  • TAQS.IM Monthly PRO Access$5.991 Month
  • TAQS.IM Yearly PRO Access7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time8
  • Blues & Ballads Drum Loops$0.99
  • Cinematic Drum Loops$0.99
  • Arabic Beats Drum Loop Rhythms$0.99
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  • Armenian Beats & Drum Loops$0.99
  • Persian Beats$0.99
  • Turkish Drum Loops & Rhythms$0.99
  • Rock Drum Beats & Grooves$0.99
  • TAQSIM Pro Beats Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker free?
HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Drum Pad Pro free?
Drum Pad Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker or Drum Pad Pro?
Drum Pad Pro is rated higher. HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Drum Pad Pro averages 4.5 from 187 ratings.
Do HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker or Drum Pad Pro have ads?
Both HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker and Drum Pad Pro show ads.
Which is updated more often, HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker or Drum Pad Pro?
HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker ships an update every 5 months, and Drum Pad Pro monthly. Most recently, HipHopper Rap Drum Beat Maker was updated on November 1, 2026 and Drum Pad Pro on November 7, 2026.

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