Tabla vs iTabla Sangat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tabla
Learn and practice Indian classical drums with realistic graphics and sounds. Record your performances, mix in sound effects, and play along with loops. Includes video lessons for beginners.
- Realistic Tabla graphics
- Authentic recorded sounds
- Audio recording and sharing
- Sound effects mixing
- Play with backing loops
- Beginner video lessons
- Customizable drum configurations
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Tabla - Indian Classical Drums, is the most important percussion instrument of Indian Classical music and it is played along with Sitar, Sarod and Harmonium. If you have always wondered and dreamt of learning Tabla, then this app has got you covered. Unlike other Tabla Apps, this app gives you the experience of playing a real Tabla as it has real Tabla Sounds and provides various configurations for both drums (Syahi). This app helps you practice anywhere and anytime while you are practicing your Bols/Taals or having fun with your friends. With Tabla – Real Sounds app, you can always give your fingers a go and show your talent. As Tabla app is a percussion instrument, it will help you tune your ears to identify the beats and improve your sense of music. With this Tabla app you can also practice various Thekas, Taals and Bols. This app gives you the freedom to learn and improve your music skills and for a deeper understanding of various Ragas and Alankars you can also Download Raga Melody – Indian Classical Music or Harmonium - Real Sounds. Supported Strokes – Ghe, Dha, Dhin, Ka or Kath on Bayan, Ta, Na, Te and Tun on Dayan Supported Taals – Tintal, Jhoomra, Tilwada, Dhamar, Ektal, Jhaptal, Keherwa, Rupak, Dadra **** Features **** >> Real Tabla Graphics This app gives you the experience of Real Tabla by realistic graphics of Tabla Drums which provide visual feedback of strokes. When you hit the Tabla drum, it scales up. >> Real Sounds This Tabla app has real recorded sounds of Real Tabla strokes so that you get a realistic sense of how a Tabla sounds. Playing Tabla on this app also prepares your ears for playing the real Tabla. >> Audio Recording You can record audio when you are playing Tabla and share it with your friends. The recording can be done in two modes, high quality(wav) and low quality (aac) which provides you with sound suitable for your purpose. >> Sound Effects You can also mix your Tabla playback with various sound effects. During the video lessons, you would learn how to include these sound effects into your Tabla strokes. >> Play with Loops You would enjoy playing Tabla in a concert-like setting, where other instruments are supporting you in your Tabla performance. Loops are exactly for that purpose. >> Video Lessons To give you a jump start, this app brings you some beginner to intermediate Tabla Lessons where you can practice basic strokes and some Taals as well. >> Different Configurations To play different strokes for different Taals and Thekas, this app allows you to configure which sounds are to be played when you stroke the Tabla head. You can configure the Syahi on both heads. Privacy policy: https://www.caesiumstudio.com/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://www.caesiumstudio.com/eula/tabla
iTabla Sangat
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About iTabla Sangat # iTabla Sangat stands out as the premier electronic tabla and tanpura, faithfully replicating the authentic sound, making it an excellent choice for Indian Classical musicians and students. With comprehensive support for the standard taals in Hindustani music, it serves as the perfect accompaniment for daily riyaz (practice). The exquisite Tanpura and Swar Mandal effortlessly craft an immediate concert ambiance! # iTabla Sangat, developed by Engineer and Sitarist Mr. Hari Sharma, presents a unique offering with the ability to play six instruments - Tabla, Dholak, Duff, Pakhawaj, Swarmandal, and Tanpura. The app features a clean and straightforward interface, providing a user-friendly experience. Mr. Hari Sharma, renowned for creating instruments like Raagini Digital, Swarangini, Taal Tarang, and Riyaz Master and Sangat brings his expertise to deliver a comprehensive and versatile musical tool. # Background play: Initiate music playback and seamlessly switch to another app or play along with iPod music without interruption. # Swarmandal: Customize tempo from 250 to 400 beats per minute. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- iTabla Sangat | Tanpura • Legendary Raagini E-tanpura tone. • Dual Tanpura functionality for simultaneous or individual play. • Pitch range spans B to F with 19 notes, precise fine-tuning. • Selectable playing options for PA, MA, NI, or SA. • Adjustable tempo to suit preferences. • Support for Hindustani and Carnatic styles of playing. • Individual volume control for each Tanpura string. • Specialized manual tuning available for NI. • Independent volume adjustment for both Tanpuras. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- iTabla Sangat | Tabla • Diverse percussion experience with Tabla, Dholak, Duff, and Pakhawaj. • Pitch range spanning B to F across lower and higher octaves, with 19 notes and precise fine-tuning. • Flexibility to switch Tabla to a lower octave pitch corresponding to the higher Tanpura pitch.(Sur Tabla) • Extensive list of Taals, including Teen Taal, Ek Taal, Dadra, Tilwada, Rupak, Bhajan, and more. • Wide array of Theka variations in Taals & Layas, including a Random mode for realistic accompaniment. • Laya options encompass Dhrut, Madhya, Vilambit, and Ati Vilambit for diverse Theka patterns. • Broad tempo range from 10 to 664 beats per minute. • Separate volume control for Tabla for customizable audio levels. • Independent volume control for Dagga and Tabla, facilitating balance adjustments. • Displays Taal bolls, Matra, and Riyaz time for enhanced musical guidance. Note: For optimal Dagga (Bayan) effects, it is recommended to use a speaker dock, external speakers, or high-quality headphones. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- iTabla Sangat | Swarmandal • Customize tempo from 250 to 400 beats per minute • Access a collection of 107 Raagas iTabla Sangat • A single application catering to your diverse musical requirements. • Authentic Tanpura with the legendary Raagini tone and Tabla tone. • Seamless background play functionality. • Compatible with iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad. • Effortless plug-and-play operation. • Comprehensive help file for detailed guidance. • Online support accessible at www.soundapps.in website. • Developed by Mr. Hari Sharma, a dedicated contributor to Indian Classical Music for more than two decades, creating electronic Tabla and Tanpura instruments such as Raagini Digital, Swarangini, Taal Tarang, and Riyaz Master and Sangat.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: iTabla Sangat at none against Tabla's shown. Tabla's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Tabla sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and iTabla Sangat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Tabla ships an update every 4 days, iTabla Sangat every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tabla | iTabla Sangat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 76 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ravi Kumar Sharma | Sound Apps Private Ltd |
In-app purchases
Tabla
- Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
iTabla Sangat
- Pro iTabla Sangat$12.99









