Comparison

Loopr Live Loop Composer vs Drum PAD +

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

Head to head
About

Loopr Live Loop Composer

This app is a powerful live loop composer and song sequencer with up to 64 tracks. It offers MIDI control and synchronization for real-time music creation, making it a versatile instrument for musicians.

Highlights
  • 64 independent audio tracks
  • Multi-phrase song composition
  • Low latency audio recording
  • MIDI pedalboard control
  • MIDI sync out
  • Session export/import
Features
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"a looper unlike any other.. you would be damn wrong not to test it.." - Guitar Part Magazine June 2014 (biggest french guitar magazine) Loopr is the first 64 tracks loop song sequencer / multiple phrase looper with MIDI controls and sync for real time live composition. A musical instrument like no other. "Loopr is a budget-priced bargain that is well worth a punt even if only to experiment with. This is a very capable – if slightly quirky – looper app at a pocket money price." musicappblog.com November 2013 Honorable mention as finalist in the Best App Ever Awards 2013 ( http://www.bestappever.com/awards/2013/winner/musc ) Loopr is a low latency loop recorder, player and step sequencer designed for realtime phrase and song composition using your iDevice. Compose, practice, jam along, or sample audio soudscapes easily with this compact pro-oriented loopstation. It is focused on ergonomy and simplicity via one-finger but also hands-free MIDI pedalboard controls, and lets you synchronize drum machines and sequencers via its MIDI out sync. Loop sessions can be exported/imported as independent files (including tempo and time signature information), for you to share the groove or use with most desktop audio production apps (e.g. Logic Studio, Garage Band, ...). Using iTunes file sharing or email, you can easily manage your work beyond your iPhone or iPod Touch. Loopr is CoreMIDI and CoreAudio compatible and enables you to use most popular iOS compatible interfaces. Instagram live experimental sessions on Loopr from z: @looper.live Check the videos on our http://loopr.net website to give yourself a better idea, e.g.: a small 3 parts song composition using cmpsr - http://youtu.be/HQrOopBXSmk audio doodling with loopr - http://youtu.be/_KWwDZ9MiFE 14 track example (3 phrases / 3 groups) - http://youtu.be/5U5E7mGmuPY multi-phrase live looping example - http://youtu.be/jqADzccHuVo quick load and export - http://youtu.be/Ubl3qbTgDH4 thumb controls - http://youtu.be/SmzPUSrNQM4 using a MIDI pedalboard - http://youtu.be/8nZdj9Ouz7E save and export - http://youtu.be/htVF8LTl17s MIDI sync out - http://youtu.be/m-GAEdZZU4w more on the site! A few key features of this v1.2: - integrated metronome - 64 independent audio tracks (16 on older devices) - 4 phrases to create song parts - step sequencer to build and play songs (4'' devices) - low latency audio recording and playback - one hand, thumb optimized screen controls - efficient MIDI pedalboard ergonomy for handsfree control - MIDI time code out tempo synchronization for external equipment - transparent on-the-fly session save - easy exportation/importation of separate audio files including comprehensible text-formatted metadata - pro-oriented ergonomy for efficient live use

About

Drum PAD +

Create beats with realistic drum sounds and customizable pads. Record your sessions, utilize loop functions, and practice with a built-in metronome. Ideal for jam sessions and music lessons.

Highlights
  • Realistic high-quality drum sounds
  • Customizable pads with color variations
  • Recording and loop functions
  • Built-in metronome (30-300 BPM)
  • No internet connection required
  • Data persistence
Features
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*** 50%OFF *** *** No advertisement. *** Data persistence. *** No Internet Connection Required. *** Compatible with Mac App. *** Full Version. [Simple PAD] * Simple Drum Pads with No Delay. [Set Sound] * Long Press to Select and set Sound. * All PADs. [Color] * Abundant Color Variations. [Metronome] * BPM(30〜300) [Rec] * Includes Recording, Loop and Metronome functions. * Suitable for Jam Sessions and Lessons. [Sound] * Real High Quality Sound. (c) = (Hat Close) (ho) = (Hat HalfOpen) (o) = (Hat Open) (fo) = (Hat Foot) (hi) = (High Tom) (mi) = (Middle Tom) (lo) = (Low Tom) (flo) = (Floor Tom) (VS) = (VerySoft) (S) = (Soft) (M) = (Medium) (H) = (Hard) [Crash1,Crash2,Crash3,Crash4,Crash5,Crash6,Crash7,Crash8, Hat1(c),Hat2(c.fo),Hat3(c),Hat4(ho),Hat5(o.fo),Hat6(o),Hat7(c.fo),Hat8(c),Hat9(o),Hat10(c.S),Hat10(c.M),Hat10(c.H),Hat11(ho. S),Hat11(ho.M),Hat11(ho.H),Hat12(c.fo),Hat13(o.fo),Hat14(c),Hat15(o),Hat16(c), Kick1,Kick2(VS),Kick2(S),Kick2(M),Kick2(H),Kick3(S),Kick3(M),Kick3(H),Kick4(S),Kick4(M),Kick4(H),Kick5(S),Kick5(M),Kick5(H), Ride1,Ride2,Ride3,Ride4,Ride5(M),Ride5(H),Ride6,Ride7, Snare1,Snare2(S),Snare2(M),Snare2(H),Snar3(VS),Snare3(S),Snare3(M),Snare3(H),Snare4,Snare5,Snare6(M),Snare6(H),Snare7,Snare8,Snare9,Snare10(S),Snare10(M),Snare10(H),Snare11(S),Snare11(M),Snare11(H),Snare12(Roll),Snare13(Roll), DrumRoll, Tom1(hi.S),Tom1(hi.M),Tom1(hi.H),Tom2(flo),Tom3(hi),Tom4(mi),Tom5(lo.M),Tom5(lo.H),Tom6(hi),Tom7(hi),Tom8(lo), Xstick,WoodStick,Triangle,Clave,Cowbell1,Cowbell2,Click-Hi,Click-Lo,Cat,Dog,Conga1,Conga2]

Screenshots

Loopr Live Loop Composer3 screens
Drum PAD +4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Drum PAD + at 100% against Loopr Live Loop Composer's 23%. Drum PAD + also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Loopr Live Loop Composer's advantage is update cadence (every 6 months vs every 17 months) and price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Loopr Live Loop Composer costs $0.99 and Drum PAD + $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Loopr Live Loop Composer ships an update every 6 months, Drum PAD + every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Loopr Live Loop Composer versus Drum PAD +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopr Live Loop ComposerDrum PAD +
Price$0.99 — better$2.99
Rating2.3 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 17 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLooprSatomi Uchida

Customer experience

Loopr Live Loop Composer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral7.7%
Negative69.2%

Drum PAD +

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Loopr Live Loop Composer

No in-app purchases

None

Drum PAD +

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Loopr Live Loop Composer free?
Loopr Live Loop Composer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Drum PAD + free?
Drum PAD + costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Loopr Live Loop Composer or Drum PAD + have ads?
Neither Loopr Live Loop Composer nor Drum PAD + shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Loopr Live Loop Composer or Drum PAD +?
Loopr Live Loop Composer ships an update every 6 months, and Drum PAD + every 17 months. Most recently, Loopr Live Loop Composer was updated on October 23, 2026 and Drum PAD + on October 25, 2026.

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