Comparison

PixiTracker 1Bit vs DRM

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

Head to head
About

PixiTracker 1Bit

Create unique musical sketches and chiptunes with authentic 1-bit sound. This pattern-based sequencer requires no prior musical knowledge and offers various sound packs and recording capabilities. Export your creations in multiple formats for use in other music software.

Highlights
  • True 1-bit sound generation
  • Pattern-based sequencer (tracker)
  • Multiple sound packs
  • Sound recorder
  • MIDI keyboard support
  • WAV and XM export
  • Audiobus and IAA support
Features
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PixiTracker 1BIT is a simple and fun tool to quickly create musical sketches, chiptunes and experiments with TRUE 1-BIT SOUND (like on old microcomputers). No musical knowledge required! [ Key features ] • true 1-bit sound: only 1 and 0 in the final mix; • pattern-based sequencer (tracker); • several packs with unique sounds; • sound recorder (from microphone or line-in); • MIDI keyboard support; • WAV export/import; • export to XM - this file can be loaded by any modern music tracker/player (for example, SunVox); • iTunes File Sharing, Wi-Fi Export/Import, audio copy/paste; • Audiobus and IAA support; • PixiTracker is also available for other systems (see the site); • PixiTracker player is open source, so you can freely use it in your own Pixilang applications.

About

DRM

This app emulates a vintage 1978 drum machine, offering a pocket beat-making companion with a pure, distraction-free interface. It includes original samples, preset patterns, and various instrument and audio effects.

Highlights
  • 8 original high-quality double-samples
  • 16 preset patterns
  • Selective instrument deletion modes
  • Commutable 'Spacedrum' instrument
  • Full machine state auto-save
  • Background audio playback
  • Audiobus V3 and InterApp audio support
Features
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Holding the simplicity of a rare 1978 instrument and carrying its raw heritage to you, it turns your device into a pocket beat making companion. I believe that designing a pure interface, simply displaying your machine without any distraction, was the best way to reflect the spirit of the period it was born. Characteristics : - 8 Original high quality double-samples - 16 preset patterns - 3 Selective instrument deletion modes - Commutable « Spacedrum » instrument - Full machine state auto-save - Background audio playback enabled - Audiobus V3 - InterApp audio Bonuses accessible in your device settings : - Additionnal LED display for the tempo and the volume - Pattern selection LED indicators - Alternative « Rock » drum kit with integrated effects - Built-in intruments effects : « Stereo pan » and « Jungle tune » - Built-in audio effects : « Equalizer » and « Distortion » - Built-in global effects : « Delay » and « Reverb » - Mute any instrument I hope you will enjoy it as much as I love it ;-)

Screenshots

PixiTracker 1Bit3 screens
DRM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PixiTracker 1Bit at 93% against DRM's 38%. PixiTracker 1Bit also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (46 vs 12). DRM's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

PixiTracker 1Bit costs $2.99 and DRM $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PixiTracker 1Bit holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of PixiTracker 1Bit's written reviews are positive against 38% of DRM's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PixiTracker 1Bit versus DRM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixiTracker 1BitDRM
Price$2.99$0.99 — better
Rating5.0 (46 ratings) — better3.7 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews92.6% of reviews — better38.5% of reviews
Number of ratings46 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander ZolotovDavid Rochaix

Customer experience

PixiTracker 1Bit

All ratings46 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive92.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.3%

DRM

All ratings12 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive38.5%
Neutral15.4%
Negative46.2%

Bugs and requests

PixiTracker 1Bit

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Cannot save songs, overwrites existing ones
  • Notes not in correct places
  • Default samples regions weren't trimmed properly
  • File exported via Wifi Export can't be read
  • Some sounds increase duration as they drop in pitch

Requested features

18 requests
  • More step-length options for odd time signatures
  • Option to change lengths per pattern
  • Link support
  • Add a save button
  • More sounds
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  • Email songs feature
  • Optimized for iPhone 5
  • Midi sync
  • Work on self-explaining UI with pop-up explanations
  • Better labeling
  • .MOV export
  • Track solo/mute options
  • Customize visualizations
  • Draw own pixel art for visualizations
  • Control visualization display
  • In-app purchase for visualization features
  • Export customized visualizations to video files
  • Use multiple different sound packs in one project

DRM

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

PixiTracker 1Bit

No in-app purchases

None

DRM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PixiTracker 1Bit free?
PixiTracker 1Bit costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DRM free?
DRM costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PixiTracker 1Bit or DRM?
PixiTracker 1Bit is rated higher. PixiTracker 1Bit averages 5.0 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while DRM averages 3.7 from 12 ratings.
Do PixiTracker 1Bit or DRM have ads?
Neither PixiTracker 1Bit nor DRM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PixiTracker 1Bit or DRM?
PixiTracker 1Bit ships an update every 7 months, and DRM every 7 months. Most recently, PixiTracker 1Bit was updated on September 21, 2026 and DRM on September 10, 2026.

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