Comparison

Samplr vs Flip Sampler

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

Flip Sampler

Create music on the go with this intuitive, sample-based studio. Import or record sounds, shape them with effects, and arrange them into full tracks. Features include a piano roll, automation, and live performance tools.

Highlights
  • Sample-based music creation
  • Import/record sounds
  • Built-in effects and editing
  • Piano roll and automation
  • Song arrangement and mixing
  • Live performance features
  • Export tracks and stems
Features
Currently charting
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Flip is a sample-based mobile music studio that was designed for a fast and intuitive work flow. Import your own sounds via AirDrop or the Files app, or record sounds directly with your device's microphone or a connected iOS interface. As soon as you record a sound it’s available to be played on drum pads as well as being mapped across a keyboard. Sounds can be subtly shaped or entirely transformed using the built-in effects and easy-to-use editing tools. You can record a quantized or unquantized performance on the pads or keyboard. There is also a full piano roll where you can enter and edit notes and velocities. Record knob movements or draw automation by hand to bring even more life to your sounds. Every automation lane can also have its own independent length, for polymetric and generative music possibilities. Create up to 16 different sections for your song and drag and drop them into any order to create your arrangement. Mixing and mastering tools allow you to finish a full track without ever leaving your phone. You can export your full track, or hit the tape icon and record the live output of the app while you tweak anything on the fly. Both options allow you to capture individual track stems as well! A performance page lets you trigger your patterns live while controlling a global filter, assignable pitch bends and reverb sends, and a random fill generator. Artist packs are available in-app at $3.99 or less, which include original sounds and projects from Andrew Huang, Cuckoo, Chuck Sutton, Kilamanzego, Pusher, and more on the way all the time. Features: - 9 track sampler - 4 effects per track: Delay, Filter, Chorus, Bitcrush - Graphic EQ per track - Monophonic or up to 16-note polyphonic playback per sample - Adjustable pitch, volume, playback direction, sample start and stop points - Looping Envelope with forward, backward, both (ping pong) direction - 19 automatable parameters per track - Independent lengths for each automation lane - Automation can be recorded via knob movements or drawn by hand - Drum pad and keyboard input - Full piano roll with 10 octaves, note velocity, editing tools - Randomization over sample selection for quick inspiration - Randomization over note position to create surprising variations - Drag-and-drop song arrangement page - Global reverb with individual track sends - Mixing and mastering tools - Powerful performance features for creating instant fills, pitch shifts, reverb sends, and global low or high pass filtering - Export full track and stems - Live recording of performances - Metronome with tap tempo and swing/shuffle - Ableton Link integration for easy syncing with other devices over WiFi - Share projects and sounds via AirDrop, email, etc. - Undo and redo

Screenshots

Flip Sampler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Flip Sampler at $11.99 against Samplr's $19.99. Flip Sampler also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#56 vs unranked). Samplr's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (79% vs 65%). On ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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 Flip Sampler $11.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Samplr holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 149 and 326 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Samplr's written reviews are positive against 65% of Flip Sampler's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samplr ships an update every 3 months, Flip Sampler every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Samplr versus Flip Sampler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamplrFlip Sampler
Price$19.99$11.99 — better
Rating4.7 (149 ratings) — better4.2 (326 ratings)
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews — better64.5% of reviews
Number of ratings149326 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#56 — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB208 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcos AlonsoSuture Sound Inc.

Customer experience

Samplr

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

Flip Sampler

All ratings326 ratings
Positive76.4%
Neutral11.3%
Negative12.3%
Written reviews234 reviews
Positive64.5%
Neutral18.4%
Negative17.1%

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

Flip Sampler

From 326 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 👍 Powerful sampling and automation features
  • 💡 Great for sketching out musical ideas on the go
  • 🚀 Responsive and fast workflow
  • 👍 Comprehensive and feature-rich for the price

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🐛 Bugs with MIDI, automation, and sample management
  • 👎 Limited to 9 sample pads
  • 👎 Glitchy piano roll and note editing
  • 👎 Delay and latency issues with Bluetooth devices

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

Flip Sampler

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Samples randomly re-pitch or lose settings
  • Undo function doesn't work as expected
  • Exported tracks have different key/pitch than original
  • Metronome glitches and stops working
  • Dynamic island on iPhone 14 Pro covers UI elements

Requested features

5 requests
  • Expand to 16 or more sample pads
  • Add longer loop/pattern lengths
  • Implement MIDI controller support
  • Improve sample organization and folder management
  • Add resampling and time-stretching capabilities

In-app purchases

None

Samplr

No in-app purchases

None

Flip Sampler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Samplr free?
Samplr costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flip Sampler free?
Flip Sampler costs $11.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Samplr or Flip Sampler?
Samplr is rated higher. Samplr averages 4.7 out of 5 from 149 ratings, while Flip Sampler averages 4.2 from 326 ratings.
Do Samplr or Flip Sampler have ads?
Neither Samplr nor Flip Sampler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Samplr or Flip Sampler?
Samplr ships an update every 3 months, and Flip Sampler every 4 weeks. Most recently, Samplr was updated on October 11, 2026 and Flip Sampler on October 13, 2026.

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