Comparison

Loopr Live Loop Composer vs BandLab

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

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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

BandLab

Create music on the go with this free app. Record vocals, make beats, and mix demos using a mobile DAW. Collaborate with others and access exclusive AI tools and distribution opportunities with an optional membership.

Highlights
  • Virtual instruments and audio presets
  • AI music generator
  • Auto-tune vocals
  • Stem separation
  • Instant mastering
  • Collaboration platform
  • Drum machine and sampler
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Feeling inspired on the go? Our free music-making app empowers you to turn ideas into release-ready tracks fast. Record vocals, make beats, or mix demos – everything you need is built into your mobile DAW. Easily connect and collaborate with like-minded creators on our social music platform! Plus, go further with BandLab Membership! Unlock exclusive creation features (with AI tools), fuel your growth with global Distribution & industry Opportunities, and stand out with platform perks. Thanks to our community, we’re an App of the Year 2025 finalist! Join 100M+ creators pushing boundaries and explore our top music tools: ► Make music with pro-grade virtual instruments & audio presets • 385+ VST Instruments: Explore a wide range of sounds from pianos and guitars to bagpipes • 28 Members-only Instruments: Access premium instruments with adjustable parameters to shape your sound • 300+ vocal/ guitar/ bass/ audio presets: Enhance your sound in a tap with ready-made FX presets • Members-only FX: Add instant shine with premium FX like Vocal Verb & Visual EQ, or dial in full chain results in a twist with 8 One Knobs • AI Fx Preset Generator (Members-only): Generate custom FX chains from simple text prompts ► Create without limits with free tools like Sampler • Drum Machine: Craft drum parts with an online sequencer pre-loaded with drum kits • Sampler: Record custom sounds or browse 250K+ royalty-free BandLab Sounds samples • Looper: Trigger pre-made loop packs as a starting point for building beats • Free BandLab Beats: License 1 free beat/week with a basic plan or claim 10 free as a Member ► Generate song ideas with SongStarter • Get unlimited, royalty-free ideas from this AI music generator • Regenerate 3 unique compositions at a time until you land on one you like ► Auto-tune your vocals with AutoPitch • Choose the key & scale of your song, and auto-tune your vocals with 6 free effects • Adjust the dial for easy, natural-sounding pitch correction Members-only: • Explore 18 bonus AutoPitch Fx spanning hip-hop to hyperpop • Use advanced settings like Harmony Mix controls, 3 recording algorithms, & Custom Scales ► Practice vocal drills with VoiceTrainer • Level up your singing skills with guided warmups, breathing routines, and vocal exercises tailored to you ► Remove vocals or instruments with Splitter • Split your song into vocals, drums, bass, & others with our free stem separation tool • Extract high-quality stems for karaoke versions & remixes Members-only: • Isolate lead & backing vocals • Extract individual drum stems • Extract up to 7 audio stems (guitar/piano/strings) • Direct Studio access, MIDI conversion, & faster processing speeds ► Polish your sound with instant Mastering • Pick from 4 free presets designed by Grammy-winning engineers • Master MP3/MP4/ WAV tracks optimized for streaming Members-only • Get 4 bonus presets suited for more genres like jazz & orchestra • Fine-tune your sound with precision using a 11-step intensity slider ► Remove background noise from your recordings • Tame sibilance with De-Esser or cut low-level background noise with Noise Gate for clearer takes • Voice Cleaner (Members-only): Remove background noise from your vocals, apply EQ, & cut reverb instantly! ► Achieve instant mix clarity with AutoMix (Members-only) • Auto-adjust volume & panning with this AI mixing tool • Balance your mix in a tap for any genre, no experience needed ► Modify your voice with Voice Changer (Members-only) • Explore 17 male & female AI voices • Transform the tone, texture, or gender of your voice & hear live previews Top BandLab features for music creators: • Free song cloud storage • Unlimited multi-track projects • Easy project syncing with a cross-device DAW • Pro-grade music production features with 8 AI tools • Easy export or sharing to social media & music DSPs Terms of Use: https://blog.bandlab.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://blog.bandlab.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Loopr Live Loop Composer3 screens
BandLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BandLab at 77% against Loopr Live Loop Composer's 23%. BandLab also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (4.7 vs 2.3). Loopr Live Loop Composer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

BandLab is free to download; Loopr Live Loop Composer costs $0.99 up front. BandLab sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Loopr Live Loop Composer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BandLab holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BandLab has 512K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Loopr Live Loop Composer's written reviews are positive against 77% of BandLab's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Loopr Live Loop Composer ships an update every 6 months, BandLab every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Loopr Live Loop Composer versus BandLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopr Live Loop ComposerBandLab
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.3 (6 ratings)4.7 (512K ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews77.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6512K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
Best chart rank—#6 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB272 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLooprBandLab Singapore Pte Ltd

Customer experience

Loopr Live Loop Composer

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

BandLab

All ratings511,672 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews7,584 reviews
Positive77.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative18.4%

Bugs and requests

Loopr Live Loop Composer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

BandLab

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Inability to edit or delete saved projects
  • Microphone and audio recording issues
  • Syncing and publishing problems
  • Unexpected loss of data and projects

Requested features

5 requests
  • More customization options for vocals and effects
  • Expanded MIDI and instrument support
  • Improved project management and version control
  • Better integration with external audio hardware
  • Expanded social features and community engagement

In-app purchases

None

Loopr Live Loop Composer

No in-app purchases

13 purchases

BandLab

Subscriptions3
  • BandLab Membership - 1 Month7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • BandLab Membership Pro - 1 Month3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • BandLab Membership Pro - 12 Months1 Year trial$149.991 Year
One-time10
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Questions

Is Loopr Live Loop Composer free?
Loopr Live Loop Composer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BandLab free?
BandLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Loopr Live Loop Composer or BandLab?
BandLab is rated higher. Loopr Live Loop Composer averages 2.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while BandLab averages 4.7 from 512K ratings.
Do Loopr Live Loop Composer or BandLab have ads?
BandLab shows ads; Loopr Live Loop Composer does not.
Which is updated more often, Loopr Live Loop Composer or BandLab?
Loopr Live Loop Composer ships an update every 6 months, and BandLab every 4 days. Most recently, Loopr Live Loop Composer was updated on October 23, 2026 and BandLab on October 29, 2026.

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