Samplr vs Collider
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Samplr
This app offers a unique multitouch interface for exploring and manipulating audio samples. Create music through various play modes, record gestures for sequencing, and experiment with audio effects. It's designed for audio experimentation, composition, and live performance.
- 8 distinct play modes (Slicer, Looper, Granular, etc.)
- Gesture recorder for sequencing
- Audio input recording and resampling
- 6 sample slots with 16 voices each
- 5 per-sample effects (Distortion, Reverb, etc.)
- Import audio from cloud storage and other apps
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The app used by renowned musicians like Fred again.., Richard Devine, Apparat, Weval or Matmos live and in the studio. Samplr introduced a brand new way to make music, only possible on multitouch devices. Explore the samples melody and texture using the different play modes and create compositions with the gesture recorder. Samplr is the ideal tool for audio experimentation, music composition and live performance. USER REVIEWS “The most profound audio manipulation tool on iOS” 5 stars “There is NOTHING on the market hardware or software like this” 5 stars “Stunningly beautiful interface and exceptionally easy to use” 5 stars “This is the most musical app I've ever used. It's polished, it's musical, it's fun, it's inspiring” 5 stars “It’s the best realization of what touch screen sampling should be” 5 stars FEATURES • 8 play modes: Slicer, Looper, Granular, Tape, Scratch, Arpeggiator, Keyboard and Loop Player • Gesture recorder for sequencing • Audio input recording and resampling • 6 sample slots (x16 voices) • 5 effects per sample: Distortion, Filter, Amplitude Modulator, Feedback Delay and Reverb COMPATIBILITY • Ableton Link • MIDI Keyboard, Controller and Sync input • IAA (Inter-App Audio) • Audiobus Input and Output • WAV and AIFF file support • Import files from iCloud Drive, Dropbox, AudioShare, etc Learn more and see how it works on samplr.net. For feedback or support please reach out to support@samplr.net
Collider
Enhance your Elektron Analog Rytm drum machine with this performance and control surface app. It offers extensive randomization, parameter control across all tracks, and creative pattern generation tools to unlock new sonic possibilities.
- Randomized Kits and sound design
- Parameter randomization and morphing
- Cross-track parameter control
- Scene and performance randomization
- Euclidean and algorithmic pattern generation
- Save and load kits, tracks, and patterns
- XY pads for FX and filter control
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Collider is a performance and control surface for Elektron's Analog Rytm drum machine. Unlock the full potential of your drum machine with minimal effort and programming! Features: - Randomized Kits of a certain flavor + sound design functions - Intelligently randomize and morph Parameters, Pages, Tracks, FX, Patterns, Trigs & Parameter Locks - Control common parameters across ALL Tracks - Scenes and Performance Randomization - Pattern Mode: Euclidean patterns, humanization, randomization, pattern algorithms and much more! - Over 300 drum grooves from various genres are included to kickstart your production - Automate the addition of TRC conditions and P-Locks, Randomize Retrig Rates and Sequence Lengths creating interesting and evolving patterns - Save and Load Kits, Tracks, MFX, Mixer Settings, Kit Snapshots & Pattern Snapshots - Mixer Mode - Chromatic Mode - XY Pads to control Master Filter, FX, Drive - Link multiple tracks to single pads for layering * Compatible with both MK1 and MK2, requires RYTM OS 1.60 or higher * Not compatible with Overbridge
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Collider at 5.0 against Samplr's 4.7. Collider also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (92% vs 79%). Samplr's advantage is ratings volume (154 vs 13). 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
Samplr costs $19.99 and Collider $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Collider holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Samplr has 154 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Samplr's written reviews are positive against 92% of Collider's.
Samplr ships an update every 3 months, Collider monthly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Samplr | Collider |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | $19.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (154 ratings) | 5.0 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.5% of reviews | 91.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 154 — better | 13 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Marcos Alonso | Marcos Kohler |
Customer experience
Samplr
Collider
Bugs and requests
Samplr
Reported bugs
3 issues- Recording functionality not working as expected
- Dropbox integration causing crashes
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
5 requests- Implement Ableton Link for better sync
- Add support for more audio file formats
- Improve sample import/export workflow
- Introduce a more robust sequencing and automation system
- Provide multi-channel audio output
Collider
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Samplr
No in-app purchases
Collider
No in-app purchases








