Comparison

Samplr vs Brian Eno

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

Brian Eno

Experience an endless, ever-changing ambient music piece by Brian Eno. This generative app creates a unique sonic environment that unfolds differently with each listening session, inspired by the concept of sitting by a river.

Highlights
  • Endless generative music
  • Constantly changing soundscapes
  • Brian Eno's 'Reflection' album
  • Ambient music experiments
  • Unique sonic environment
Features
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Deluxe generative edition of Brian Eno's acclaimed 2017 ambient album, Reflection. "REFLECTION is the most recent of my Ambient experiments and represents the most sophisticated of them so far. My original intention with Ambient music was to make endless music, music that would be there as long as you wanted it to be. I wanted also that this music would unfold differently all the time - ‘like sitting by a river’: it’s always the same river, but it’s always changing. But recordings - whether vinyl, cassette or CD - are limited in length, and replay identically each time you listen to them. So in the past I was limited to making the systems which make the music, but then recording 30 minutes or an hour and releasing that. REFLECTION in its album form - on vinyl or CD - is like this. But the app by which REFLECTION is produced is not restricted: it creates an endless and endlessly changing version of the piece of music.” - Brian Eno Minimum requirements: iPad 3 iPhone 5 iPad mini 2 AppleTV (4th generation)

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Samplr at $19.99 against Brian Eno's $30.99. Samplr also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Brian Eno's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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

Samplr costs $19.99 and Brian Eno $30.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Samplr against 4.8 for Brian Eno. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 149 and 83 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 79% and 80% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samplr ships an update every 3 months, Brian Eno every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Samplr versus Brian Eno: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamplrBrian Eno
Price$19.99 — better$30.99
Rating4.7 (149 ratings)4.8 (83 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews80.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings149 — better83
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB164 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcos AlonsoOpal Limited

Customer experience

Samplr

All ratings149 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral1.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews404 reviews
Positive79.5%
Neutral7.2%
Negative13.4%

Brian Eno

All ratings83 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews92 reviews
Positive80.4%
Neutral12.0%
Negative7.6%

User reviews

Samplr

From 149 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Intuitive and responsive interface
  • 🎨 Powerful sample manipulation capabilities
  • 🎶 Excellent for live performance and sound design
  • 💰 Great value for the price
  • 🎉 Inspiring and creative app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
  • 🔌 Lack of audio import/export options
  • 🔀 Difficulty with sample organization and management
  • 🔇 Missing features like panning, MIDI support, and AUv3

Brian Eno

From 83 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎶 Beautiful generative music
  • 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing and calming atmosphere
  • ✨ Evolving and unique compositions
  • 🎧 Great for sleep and focus
  • 🖼️ Interesting visuals

Room to improve

  • 💰 High price point
  • 🎚️ Limited user control
  • 🔁 Can become repetitive for some
  • 🔊 Internal speaker quality limitations
  • 😵 High frequencies can be jarring

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

Brian Eno

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Pauses and does not resume after notifications
  • App icon missing from Apple TV Home Screen
  • Shrill high-frequency tone introduced
  • Apple TV version only emits sound, no image
  • App resets when paused for calls/questions

Requested features

13 requests
  • Adaptation to Spatial Audio
  • Apple Watch app integration
  • Ability to choose seasons
  • More control over audio stereo output
  • Chromecast support
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  • Sonos integration
  • VR integration
  • More interactive elements
  • Option to choose between seasons
  • Add more movement to visuals to prevent burn-in
  • Utilize surround sound on Apple TV
  • Add a pause button that resumes playback
  • Optional shut off timer

In-app purchases

None

Samplr

No in-app purchases

None

Brian Eno

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Samplr free?
Samplr costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Brian Eno free?
Brian Eno costs $30.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Samplr or Brian Eno?
Brian Eno is rated higher. Samplr averages 4.7 out of 5 from 149 ratings, while Brian Eno averages 4.8 from 83 ratings.
Do Samplr or Brian Eno have ads?
Neither Samplr nor Brian Eno shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Samplr or Brian Eno?
Samplr ships an update every 3 months, and Brian Eno every 2 months. Most recently, Samplr was updated on October 11, 2026 and Brian Eno on October 13, 2026.

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