Comparison

iMPC vs AudioCopy

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

Head to head
About

iMPC

Transform your iPad into a powerful music production tool with this app. It offers a classic MPC workflow, extensive sample libraries, and advanced editing features to create beats and sequences. Easily record, overdub, and share your musical creations.

Highlights
  • Classic MPC workflow
  • Over 1,200 samples
  • Record and overdub beats
  • Built-in effects
  • Sampler with multiple input options
  • Export tracks to MPC Software
  • 16 Levels mode
Features
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Turn your iPad into an MPC with more than 1,200 samples, 50 editable programs, 80 editable sequences, and iconic MPC workflow. Need help? Have an issue or question? Please email us at support@retronyms.com. iMPC brings the look and feel of the classic Akai Pro MPC to your iPad. iMPC includes everything you need to create a beat quickly and easily. With features including built-in effects, plus the ability to create new sequences and record and overdub beats, the possibilities are endless. The app’s built-in sampler can record samples three different ways: using the mic on the iPad, using the line input on the iPad, or using the multi-touch turntable interface in iMPC to record samples directly from iTunes or other music libraries. - Exclusive iMPC sound set and classic Akai Professional sound library - "3D Perform" controls -- use your iPhone's motion sensors to control parameters - Export tracks to MPC Software for use with MPC Renaissance and MPC Studio - Share on SoundCloud, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, or export to your computer - 16 Levels mode: 16 levels of attack, velocity, length, and tuning - Note Variation slider: adjust attack, velocity, length, and tuning as you play - Trim and categorize samples, undo takes and erase samples - Use with Tabletop’s Timeline Editor - Tabletop Ready iMPC is free for for iMPC owners - Route to and use with your favorite Tabletop Effects and devices - Line-in allows you to resample Tabletop devices - Create new sequences, record and overdub beats - Live Sequence queuing for real-time performance and playback - Simple drag and drop program creation - Effects include delay, bit crusher, master compressor/limiter - Time correct: 1/8 note - 1/32T with variable swing - Note Repeat: 1/8 note - 1/32T timing, with latch - AudioCopy beats and sequences to compatible apps - AudioPaste samples from hundreds of compatible apps Check out our other apps in the MPC Collection: iMPC for iPhone and iMPC Pro 2. Happy music making!

About

AudioCopy

Access a vast library of royalty-free sound packs from renowned artists and producers. Easily copy and paste sounds between hundreds of compatible apps or export them for use anywhere. Includes a built-in recorder and editor for capturing and manipulating audio.

Highlights
  • Largest collection of royalty-free sound packs
  • Copy and paste sounds between apps
  • Access sounds in Files app
  • Built-in sound recorder
  • Convenient sound editor (trim, normalize, fade, reverse)
  • Share audio to SoundCloud, YouTube, and Files app
Features
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AudioCopy has grown to be the largest collection of royalty free sound packs available in a mobile app. Browse hundreds of quality sound packs from top producers like AraabMuzik, and grammy award winning artists like Paul “Echo” Irizarry and Carl Cox. AudioCopy makes it easy to copy and paste sounds to or from hundreds of compatible apps. Plus access your sounds in the Files app to use them anywhere. Need help? Have an issue or question? Please email us at support@retronyms.com. ------ You'll find hundreds of Sound Packs you can use with your creations in the Content Store! Buy them once. Use them anywhere. Sound Packs contain tons of music Loops and Samples that you can use in anywhere — iOS and beyond. Packs span many genres with content created by an amazing producer lineup. You can use Sound Packs from the Content Store in top music iOS apps like iMPC Pro, Tabletop, Launchpad, GarageBand, FL Studio, Cubasis, Auria, DM1 and hundreds more. Or export your sounds to your desktop and use them anywhere. The first round is on us! Unlock a free Sound Pack when you register AudioCopy. ----- More than a clipboard: AudioCopy is a catalog for your sounds. Browse and audition all the sounds you've copied. Import your own sound libraries, store sounds centrally for easy use in your favorite apps. Capture your sounds: AudioCopy now comes with a built-in sound recorder. Record, pause, record some more. A convenient sound editor: Trimming? Yeah we've got that. You can also normalize, fade, and reverse to name a few. Zoom in for even more detail in this gesture-based editor. A great way to capture audio and share it: Share your songs and audio creations directly to SoundCloud, Youtube, and open it anywhere with built-in iOS sharing or the Files app.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AudioCopy at Free against iMPC's $9.99. AudioCopy also leads on rating (3.8 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months). iMPC's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (44% vs 26%). On ratings volume and ads 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

AudioCopy is free to download; iMPC costs $9.99 up front. AudioCopy sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. iMPC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AudioCopy holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 24 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of iMPC's written reviews are positive against 26% of AudioCopy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iMPC ships an update every 10 months, AudioCopy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
iMPC versus AudioCopy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriMPCAudioCopy
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating2.3 (32 ratings)3.8 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.5% of reviews — better25.9% of reviews
Number of ratings32 — better24
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size440 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAkai ProfessionalRetronyms Inc

Customer experience

iMPC

All ratings30 ratings
Positive23.3%
Neutral10.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews443 reviews
Positive44.5%
Neutral15.1%
Negative40.4%

AudioCopy

All ratings24 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews437 reviews
Positive25.9%
Neutral14.9%
Negative59.3%

User reviews

iMPC

From 32 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Intuitive workflow
  • 💯 Great sample library
  • 🎨 Classic MPC look and feel
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to improve

  • 🔇 Weak metronome
  • 🔢 Limited to 4 tracks
  • 🔁 No sample editing after assignment
  • 🔌 Lack of Audiobus/MIDI support

AudioCopy

From 24 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great content store
  • 👍 Useful for moving audio between apps
  • 👍 Integrates well with other music apps

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Unreliable file management and transfer
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing interface and poor user experience

Bugs and requests

iMPC

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Exported audio quality issues
  • Inconsistent MIDI implementation

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to chop samples
  • More effects and sound processing options
  • Increased track count
  • Audiobus and MIDI integration
  • Improved sample management and organization

AudioCopy

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Recordings skipping or cutting out
  • Inability to delete recordings
  • Inconsistent in-app purchase restoration
  • Crashes when trying to access certain features

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved file organization and management
  • Better integration with cloud storage services
  • Audiobus support
  • More genres and sound packs

In-app purchases

None

iMPC

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

AudioCopy

One-time10
  • Deep And Raw TechnoFree
  • Classic CutzFree
  • Essential Club CollectionFree
Show 7 more
  • Dub 2 DnBFree
  • Melodic CollectionFree
  • Dark Swang Vol 1Free
  • Brysons SoulFree
  • Dark Swang Vol 2Free
  • Metro BangFree
  • The Vault$9.99

Questions

Is iMPC free?
iMPC costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AudioCopy free?
AudioCopy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iMPC or AudioCopy?
AudioCopy is rated higher. iMPC averages 2.3 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while AudioCopy averages 3.8 from 24 ratings.
Do iMPC or AudioCopy have ads?
Neither iMPC nor AudioCopy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iMPC or AudioCopy?
iMPC ships an update every 10 months, and AudioCopy every 3 months. Most recently, iMPC was updated on October 6, 2026 and AudioCopy on October 11, 2026.

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