# Dangerous Loops vs NoteGrid

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NoteGrid at 76% against Dangerous Loops's 33%. NoteGrid also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months). Dangerous Loops's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NoteGrid sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Dangerous Loops asks for nothing beyond the download.

NoteGrid holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NoteGrid has 592 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Dangerous Loops's written reviews are positive against 76% of NoteGrid's.

Dangerous Loops ships an update every 8 months, NoteGrid weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dangerous Loops | NoteGrid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dangerous-loops/id524973582/reviews) | **[4.7 (592 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notegrid-play-music-by-ear/id6452839894/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **592** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **76.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#148** |
| Size | 72 MB | 170 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Asylum Square Interactive GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1042383824) | [Wimbo Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630555351) |

## What reviewers say

### Dangerous Loops

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dangerous-loops/id524973582)

Create your own hit beats with a fun and creative drum loop machine. Access a variety of drum loops and sound effects to jam directly on your iOS device. Enjoy the sounds and music with an easy-to-use design.

**Highlights:** Drum loop machine, Create custom beats, Sound effects library, Jam on iOS device, Headphone support, Easy-to-use design

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### NoteGrid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notegrid-play-music-by-ear/id6452839894)

**Currently charting:** #148 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

This music game challenges you to recreate melodies and beats by listening and using a simple grid sequencer. It's designed for beginners to develop their musical ear and create their own music without prior knowledge of theory or instruments. Daily challenges offer fun ways to practice and earn rewards.

**Highlights:** Recreate melodies and beats by ear, Simple grid sequencer for beginners, Daily musical puzzles and challenges, Develop musical ear and skills, Create original beats and melodies, Unlock new instruments

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wimbo Pro Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| +200 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3rd Percussion Row | $1.99 | one-time |
| +500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| +1500 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| +3000 Coins | $16.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| +5000 Coins | $25.99 | one-time |
| +10,000 Coins | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎉 Fun and engaging
- 🎵 Great for music creation
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🎨 Customizable options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive upgrades
- 🤔 Confusing UI elements
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Limited access without subscription
- 🤖 AI-generated profile pictures

**Reported bugs**

- Coin collection button disappearing
- Levels with no sound or incorrect notes
- Crashes and login issues
- Deleted accounts and lost progress

**Requested features**

- Add ability to record and import audio
- Expand free content and features
- Improve coin earning system
- Implement search function in jukebox
- Allow disabling of comments


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dangerous Loops free?

Dangerous Loops is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NoteGrid free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dangerous Loops or NoteGrid?

NoteGrid is rated higher. Dangerous Loops averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while NoteGrid averages 4.7 from 592 ratings.

### Do Dangerous Loops or NoteGrid have ads?

Neither Dangerous Loops nor NoteGrid shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dangerous Loops or NoteGrid?

Dangerous Loops ships an update every 8 months, and NoteGrid weekly. Most recently, Dangerous Loops was updated on November 1, 2026 and NoteGrid on November 12, 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.*