Comparison

DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite vs Drum Solo Studio

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

Head to head
About

DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite

Manage song setlists for live performances with this advanced tool. Organize songs into sequences, utilize a built-in metronome for timing, and link to your music library for reference. This lite version allows testing before purchase.

Highlights
  • Advanced setlist management
  • Audio frame accurate metronome
  • Song reference with iTunes link
  • Landscape stage play screen
  • Hands-free operation support
  • Practice manager with rudiments
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DrumSetlist Manager is an advanced setlist manager for musicians who have to play a setlist of songs in a row and possibly also in several bands / ensembles. The main advantage is the storage of songs / presets which then can be added in chains / setlists to provide a sequences for live concerts. The built-in, audio frame accurate metronome function enables the musician to get the right timing for each new song in the setlist in audio and through walking LED's visually. To have a reference of the Song to play you can store a link to an iTunes item in you music libraray and even play it through the app. The built in help system makes it easy to sxplore all advanced functions of Drumsetlist Manager. All Help pages are also printable from the app to have the documentation also on papaer. !!! This LITE version is restricted to 10 Presets to test the app before buying, so check it out if it suites your needs !!! Features: - Landscape stage play screen with big buttons and letters for live playing. - Song import from iTunes playlists with automatic setlist generation. - Application preferences for customizing the user experience - Built in help system, printeable from the app - Setlists can be printed from the app - Midi Support (external Midi adapter necessary) - Airturn and IK multimedia Blueboard support for handsfree operation - Practise Manager with the 40 rudiments, Timing, Odd meter and Song practise capabillities

About

Drum Solo Studio

This app offers a realistic drumming experience on your mobile device with multitouch pads and studio-quality sound. Record your sessions, import MIDI files, and apply real-time effects to create unique compositions. It's designed for drummers of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals.

Highlights
  • Multitouch acoustic drum kit simulator
  • MIDI support and import
  • Session recording and playback
  • Real-time audio effects
  • Multiple studio-quality audio kits
  • Export compositions to MP3, WAV, MIDI
Features
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Drum Solo Studio from Batalsoft unleashes an exceptional drumming experience, empowering you to have fun and become a skilled drummer. With the app's multitouch acoustic drum kit simulator, you can play drums on your iPhone or iPad with your fingers. The app is free and offers studio-quality sound banks with fast and precise response. Take your drumming skills to the next level! It includes many incredible features such as MIDI support, recording your sessions, and exporting your compositions to different formats. With these powerful tools, you can create your own unique drumming experience Play music loud with headset for a superior experience. Drum Solo Studio is designed for everyone who loves drums: beginners, percussionists, professional musicians, drummers... The main advanced features are: - 6 complete audio kits: Standard, Heavy Metal, Modern Rock, Jazz, Pop and Synthesizer. - Record your sessions and later, you can play on top on your own loops, like a real drum set machine. - High number of exclusive demo lessons to learn to play drums from all styles according to your rhythm skill. You can find loops of rock, blues, disco, dubstep, jazz, reggaeton, heavy metal, pop ... - Start jamming on top of pre-recorded backing tracks of different styles, creating an interactive drumming experience. - Apply real-time effects like equalization, reverb, compression, and delay, allowing you to fine-tune your live drumming sound and create your desired ambience - Import the drums track from your favourite MIDI songs from your storage - Export your loops to MP3, OGG, MIDI and PCM WAV and share the file with your friends Drum Solo Studio also includes these additional features to enhance your drumming experience: - Adjust individually the volume of each instrument and the background music, giving you complete control over the sound of your drumming - Use the built-in metronome to stay in time. - Playback speed control for learning, and seekbar to find the preferred moment in the song. - Realistic HQ sampled stereo sounds, including double kick bass, two toms, floor, snare, hi-hat (two positions with the pedal), 2 crash, splash, ride and cowbell - Awesome animations for each instrument - Left-handed mode - Low latency for the beats - 13 touch sensitive multitouch pads. Up to 200 fingers simultaneously. - Very fast loading time Drum Solo Studio is free, but you can acquire a license to unlock some items and remove ads.

Screenshots

Drum Solo Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Drum Solo Studio at 4.4 against DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite's 1.0. Drum Solo Studio also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (10 vs 2). DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Drum Solo Studio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Drum Solo Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Solo Studio has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite ships an update every 4 months, Drum Solo Studio every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite versus Drum Solo Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrumSetlist Manager HD LiteDrum Solo Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.4 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings210 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB473 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas SchweigerBatalsoft

Customer experience

DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Drum Solo Studio

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite

One-time5
  • Database Backup$2.99
  • iTunes Song Import$3.99
  • More Presets$3.99
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  • Remote Access$3.99
  • Practice Manager$4.99
1 purchases

Drum Solo Studio

One-time1
  • VIP Member$7.99

Questions

Is DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite free?
DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Drum Solo Studio free?
Drum Solo Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite or Drum Solo Studio?
Drum Solo Studio is rated higher. DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Drum Solo Studio averages 4.4 from 10 ratings.
Do DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite or Drum Solo Studio have ads?
Drum Solo Studio shows ads; DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite or Drum Solo Studio?
DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite ships an update every 4 months, and Drum Solo Studio every 2 weeks. Most recently, DrumSetlist Manager HD Lite was updated on October 4, 2026 and Drum Solo Studio on October 18, 2026.

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