# EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine vs Koala Sampler

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine at none against Koala Sampler's 8. EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine also leads on iOS requirement (10.3 vs 15.0). Koala Sampler's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and price ($4.99 vs $9.99). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine costs $9.99 and Koala Sampler $4.99 up front. Koala Sampler sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine against 4.8 for Koala Sampler. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Koala Sampler has 1.4K ratings behind it against 209, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine's written reviews are positive against 88% of Koala Sampler's.

EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine ships an update every 3 months, Koala Sampler fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine | Koala Sampler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [4.7 (209 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easybeats-3-drum-machine/id643525506/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koala-sampler-beat-maker/id1449584007/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 209 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews | **88.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#6** |
| Size | 51 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Christian Inkster](https://appshunter.io/developer/310708737) | [Mazbox Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/329604853) |

## What reviewers say

### EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easybeats-3-drum-machine/id643525506)

Create professional-sounding beats quickly and easily with this powerful drum machine app. Import your own sounds or use the included kits to compose amazing rhythms using a user-friendly pattern editor and sequencer. Perfect for musicians needing a virtual drum solution.

**Highlights:** 16 responsive sample pads, Import custom sound kits, 16 loop-able bars with up to 64 steps, Adjustable step count and swing, Full quality WAV export, Pattern editor with drag/drop, XY effects editor with automation

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🎨 Great sounds and features
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Ability to import own samples
- 🔥 Awesome beat-making capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 🔀 Disorganized sample/pattern management
- 🔇 Limited drum kit selection
- 🔢 Restrictive pattern/time signature options

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup after updates
- Saved patterns not loading correctly
- Inability to upload/share beats

**Requested features**

- Midi support and export
- More drum kits and sample variety
- Improved sample/pattern organization
- Expanded time signature and pattern options


### Koala Sampler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koala-sampler-beat-maker/id1449584007)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Paid · Music, #38 Top Paid (US App Store)

This app allows you to record sounds with your phone's microphone, transform them with effects, and create beats and tracks. Its intuitive interface focuses on a fast and fun music-making process.

**Highlights:** Record up to 64 samples with mic, Apply 16 built-in effects, Load and use own samples, Create beats with high-resolution sequencer, Export loops and tracks as WAV, AI sample separation, AUv3 and MIDI compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Koala AUv3 Plugin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ese-O's Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solar Studies Samplepack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Soon Come Dub Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Analog Astronaut Samplepack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cirrus Cuts Sample Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Samurai Edition | $3.99 | one-time |
| Mixer | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth workflow and fast performance
- 💡 Powerful sampling and sequencing capabilities
- 🔥 Excellent value for the price
- 🎨 Creative and inspiring sound design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔇 Limited effects and sound manipulation options
- 📁 Difficulty managing and organizing samples/projects
- 🎚️ Lack of advanced MIDI mapping and control options
- 🔍 Unclear or confusing UI elements in certain areas

**Reported bugs**

- Samples not loading or disappearing after app updates
- Sequencer timing and quantization issues
- Crashes when using certain features or with large projects

**Requested features**

- Ability to record and edit MIDI sequences
- More comprehensive effects and sound processing tools
- Improved sample management and organization features
- Support for external MIDI controllers and hardware integration
- Customizable color schemes and UI themes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine free?

EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Koala Sampler free?

Koala Sampler costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine or Koala Sampler?

Koala Sampler is rated higher. EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine averages 4.7 out of 5 from 209 ratings, while Koala Sampler averages 4.8 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine or Koala Sampler have ads?

Neither EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine nor Koala Sampler shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine or Koala Sampler?

EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine ships an update every 3 months, and Koala Sampler fortnightly. Most recently, EasyBeats 3 Drum Machine was updated on October 15, 2026 and Koala Sampler on October 18, 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.*