Comparison

X808 vs SquareBeat

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

Head to head
About

X808

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X808 is designed for the iDance RM-808 iPad controller. Connect your RM-808 in Bluetooth to your iPad There is no cable, Totally Wireless from X808 and RM-808 RM-808 is a Rhythm machine controller, with Mixer, Looper, Recorder, with 13 potentiometers and 63 buttons, which are all working with X808 in real time, without latency. Its realistic and clear interface recalls the analog machine from the past, for all the vintage fanatics. You can play with the rhythm presets included or you can create your own patterns, songs, and create instant fly’s sessions which can be recalled at any time. The RM-808 controls 4 Music modules: - 16 steps sequencer with 11 instruments - Bass synthesizer and sequencer - Versatile Mixer with all the controls you need to shape your sound - Double DSP processor, as a Twin KAOSS, effects on the Bass Line, and effect on the drums. The X808 app embeds all the famous and resampled sound of the TR808, but also more than 10 of the most famous rhythm machine. We added as well 4x LOOPER access to boost your live performances. Features: - Interface like the real drum machine from the 80's - 16 steps sequencer with 11 instruments - Save the pattern you've created and play your songs - 3 DRUMS KIT; TR808, TR808 Perc, TR606 (more available on in-app) - 1 BASS line with BASS SYTH mode (more available on in-app) - 24 Patterns per Session – infinity Session available - Song Mode with Easy Drag and Drop Patterns at the position you want - Session mode for Patterns and Songs memory - Copy Write and Delete mode for Session - Copy Pattern mode - A versatile Mixer with all the controls you need to shape your sound - Mixer Page with Drumkit pieces parameters control (tuning, decay, tone level and mute) - Tap tempo and SWING mode - A double DSP processor, as a Twin KAOSS, effects on the Bass Line, and effect on the drums. - 3 effects available (more on in-app) for the DRUMS and for the BASS: Disco, Delay, Reverb (more available on in-app) - Dry/Wet for both Effects Processor. Check the videos on http: https://youtu.be/U64P9JLxyjw Support: info@idanceintl.com

About

SquareBeat

Create music by building patterns with samples and AUv3 plugins. Arrange these patterns into songs, import your own sounds, and mix tracks. Features a text-based tracker GUI for rapid development, with all core functionality free except for WAV file export.

Highlights
  • Sequence and manipulate audio samples
  • Mix tracks
  • Use AUv3 audio unit instruments
  • Use AUv3 effects on effect busses
  • Connect with other apps via Audiobus
  • Export and share songs
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SquareBeat is a music sequencer. Build patterns out of samples and AUv3 plugins, and build songs out of patterns. Import your own samples to make new sounds. Develop songs rapidly with the text based tracker GUI. All functionality is free except wav file export. • Sequence and manipulate audio samples. • Mix tracks. • Use AUv3 audio unit instruments. • Use AUv3 effects on effect busses. • Connect with other apps with Audiobus. • Export and share your song.

Screenshots

X8084 screens
SquareBeat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SquareBeat at every 3 days against X808's every 5 months. X808's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. X808 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SquareBeat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

X808 ships an update every 5 months, SquareBeat every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
X808 versus SquareBeat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterX808SquareBeat
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiDanceJames Navarro

In-app purchases

1 purchases

X808

One-time1
  • X808 Full Version$6.99
1 purchases

SquareBeat

One-time1
  • SquareBeat Full Version$12.99

Questions

Is X808 free?
X808 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SquareBeat free?
SquareBeat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do X808 or SquareBeat have ads?
Neither X808 nor SquareBeat shows ads.
Which is updated more often, X808 or SquareBeat?
X808 ships an update every 5 months, and SquareBeat every 3 days. Most recently, X808 was updated on September 9, 2026 and SquareBeat on September 5, 2026.

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