# Launchpad vs Trace Sequenced Sample Box

The clearest difference is monetization model: Trace Sequenced Sample Box at free against Launchpad's free with in-app purchases. Trace Sequenced Sample Box also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Launchpad's advantage is ratings volume (35K vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Launchpad sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Trace Sequenced Sample Box sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Trace Sequenced Sample Box holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Launchpad has 35K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Launchpad ships an update every 3 weeks, Trace Sequenced Sample Box monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Launchpad | Trace Sequenced Sample Box |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (35K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchpad-music-and-beat-maker/id584362474/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trace-sequenced-sample-box/id6443663264/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **35K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 85.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 129 MB | 215 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Focusrite Audio Engineering](https://appshunter.io/developer/321949338) | [Grohe & Giannakakis Applications GbR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1185329512) |

## What reviewers say

### Launchpad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchpad-music-and-beat-maker/id584362474)

Create and remix electronic music with a professional sound library and intuitive grid interface. Layer beats, melodies, and vocals, then apply DJ-style effects to craft unique tracks. Record and share your musical creations with the world.

**Highlights:** Multi-color grid for playing sounds, Mix and remix soundpacks, DJ-style performance effects, Weekly soundpack releases, Record and share music, Import custom sounds (iPad), Ableton Link integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Launchpad Premium (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| Found Sound Journey: Hip Hop | Free | one-time |
| EDM Haze | Free | one-time |
| Dub Trap | Free | one-time |
| Found Sound Journey: Techno | Free | one-time |
| FoundSoundJourney:ItalianChill | Free | one-time |
| Glitchstep | $1.99 | one-time |
| Viral Hip Hop | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hypnotic Energy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Audio Import | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun
- 🚀 Lots of beats you can use
- 🚀 Good for mental capacity
- 🚀 So good at making beats
- 🚀 Really good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Makes it look free but not
- 🐛 Not much you can do without paying
- 🐛 Crashes while working
- 🐛 Glitchy
- 🐛 Needs bluetooth MIDI desperately

**Reported bugs**

- Audio import not working
- Inability to delete unnecessary recordings
- Inability to see name of soundpack a loop belongs to
- Pad selections disappearing when hitting stop
- Inability to import audio after updating

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit after a track is recorded, adjusting levels/adding effects
- Pause button
- Ability to duplicate a current song
- Sequencer to use drum hits
- Ability to change key of project


### Trace Sequenced Sample Box

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trace-sequenced-sample-box/id6443663264)

Create music with this versatile sample-based creation tool. It functions as a drum computer, groovebox, and sample animator with built-in effects and live performance capabilities. Generate unique rhythms and soundtracks using its priority-driven sequencer and extensive sound library.

**Highlights:** Sample-based music creation, Drum computer and groovebox, Sample animator, Priority-driven sequencer, Onboard effects, Live performing skills, Internal recorder

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Storage and Recoding | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Launchpad free?

Launchpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Trace Sequenced Sample Box free?

Trace Sequenced Sample Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Launchpad or Trace Sequenced Sample Box?

Trace Sequenced Sample Box is rated higher. Launchpad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 35K ratings, while Trace Sequenced Sample Box averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Launchpad or Trace Sequenced Sample Box have ads?

Neither Launchpad nor Trace Sequenced Sample Box shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Launchpad or Trace Sequenced Sample Box?

Launchpad ships an update every 3 weeks, and Trace Sequenced Sample Box monthly. Most recently, Launchpad was updated on September 24, 2026 and Trace Sequenced Sample Box on June 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*