# Melodics vs Drumr

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Drumr at 85% against Melodics's 57%. Drumr also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly) and device support (3 vs 1). Melodics's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (605 vs 90). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Melodics sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month and Drumr sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Melodics holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Melodics has 605 ratings behind it against 90, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Melodics's written reviews are positive against 85% of Drumr's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Melodics ships an update weekly, Drumr daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Melodics | Drumr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (605 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melodics-drum-lessons-app/id6504540940/reviews)** | [4.4 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumr-learn-and-practice-drums/id6739002178/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **605** | 90 |
| Positive reviews | 57.4% of reviews | **85.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 95 MB | 181 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Melodics Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1091448213) | [Drumr Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885531613) |

## What reviewers say

### Melodics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melodics-drum-lessons-app/id6504540940)

Learn drums with interactive lessons and instant feedback on any drum kit or practice pad. Improve your rhythm and technique with structured exercises and a vast song library. Practice anytime, anywhere, and track your progress with this comprehensive drumming companion.

**Highlights:** Interactive drum lessons, Instant feedback on playing, Works with acoustic/electronic drums & practice pads, 500+ lessons and songs, Progress tracking tools, Structured learning system

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $34.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $179.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning drums
- 💡 Makes practice engaging
- 🚀 Instant feedback on precision
- 🎶 Fun way to learn
- 🥁 Helps improve timing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 UI needs work
- 🤔 Scoring system convoluted
- 📉 Disincentivizes playing
- 🚫 No songs available (premium)
- 🔌 Drum connection issues

**Reported bugs**

- Explore section always resets to Grade 1
- MIDI device connection feedback needed
- Snare drum not working
- App restarts when in the middle of a lesson
- App stops playing to headphones or won't pick up microphone

**Requested features**

- Full iPad support
- Add Donner Ded-80 support
- Left-handed option
- More well-known artists/songs
- Chinese version of the app


### Drumr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumr-learn-and-practice-drums/id6739002178)

This app offers a comprehensive platform for drummers to learn and practice. It features professional drum sounds, visual feedback tools, and personalized practice guidance. Users can record their sessions, analyze performance, and access a vast library of scores for various drumming styles.

**Highlights:** Real-time note highlighting (SnapCursor), Full kit visual feedback (KitView), Animated marching basslines (BasslineView), Personalized practice recommendations (Drumr Coach), Session recording and review, Performance analysis for e-drums, Play-along drumless tracks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $129.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Melodics free?

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

### Is Drumr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Melodics or Drumr?

Melodics is rated higher. Melodics averages 4.7 out of 5 from 605 ratings, while Drumr averages 4.4 from 90 ratings.

### Do Melodics or Drumr have ads?

Neither Melodics nor Drumr shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Melodics or Drumr?

Melodics ships an update weekly, and Drumr daily. Most recently, Melodics was updated on September 25, 2026 and Drumr on September 28, 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.*