# Tracklib vs UpNext

The clearest difference is monetization model: UpNext at free against Tracklib's subscription. UpNext also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 36%) and device support (3 vs 1). Tracklib's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (325 vs 41). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tracklib sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and UpNext sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tracklib holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tracklib has 325 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of Tracklib's written reviews are positive against 68% of UpNext's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Tracklib ships an update every 2 weeks, UpNext every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tracklib | UpNext |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (325 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracklib-beatmaker-and-samples/id6737972647/reviews)** | [3.9 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upnext-music-networking/id6740701114/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **325** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | **67.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 66 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Tracklib](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778626891) | [PSounds Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1645766537) |

## What reviewers say

### Tracklib

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracklib-beatmaker-and-samples/id6737972647)

Create music on the go with a vast collection of royalty-free samples and clearable songs. Discover, loop, edit, and curate your sound to build fully realized tracks. All content is licensed for commercial use.

**Highlights:** Discover royalty-free samples, Loop and mix audio, Edit pitch, loop, and BPM, Curate sample collections, Legally clear commercial samples, Access large song catalog

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Go Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Go Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Go Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Go Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Go Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Go Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Go Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Neat idea
- 👍 Potential to be a game changer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Confusing and frustrating UI
- 🔍 Lacking basic features
- 🔍 Beatmaker not working

**Reported bugs**

- Beatmaker not playing songs
- Unable to scroll in new release folders

**Requested features**

- Ability to export beats
- More chops and sample options
- Proper tutorial
- Ability to play songs in the background
- Simple way to add songs to library


### UpNext

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upnext-music-networking/id6740701114)

This app connects independent music artists and industry professionals. Discover collaborators, share your work, and promote your music through playlist placements and social ad campaigns. Grow your network and advance your music career.

**Highlights:** Network with artists and professionals, Discover collaborators via video, Run playlist placement campaigns, Launch social ad campaigns, Build a curated feed, Get feedback on music

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UpNext Manager Monthly | $29.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tracklib free?

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

### Is UpNext free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tracklib or UpNext?

Tracklib is rated higher. Tracklib averages 4.2 out of 5 from 325 ratings, while UpNext averages 3.9 from 41 ratings.

### Do Tracklib or UpNext have ads?

Neither Tracklib nor UpNext shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tracklib or UpNext?

Tracklib ships an update every 2 weeks, and UpNext every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tracklib was updated on October 22, 2026 and UpNext on October 20, 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.*