Panda Drum vs TOMA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Panda Drum
This app brings the soothing sounds of a steel tongue drum to your device. Learn to play with tutorials, jam along to meditative music, and personalize your sound. Explore premium features with a free trial.
- Step-by-step tutorials
- Play along with meditative music
- Customizable note layouts
- Adjustable tempos and looping
- Premium features trial
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Panda Drum® – Relax, Play, and Create Music your way Bring the soothing, melodic tones of a steel tongue drum right into your hands with the Panda Drum® app. Whether you're here to learn, unwind, or explore your musical side, this app is designed to make music easy and enjoyable for everyone. With the Panda Drum® app, you can: Learn at your own pace • Follow step-by-step tutorials that guide you through the basics and beyond, making it simple to play—even if you’re a beginner. Play along with meditative music • Dive into a library of calming and cinematic tracks to play along with. Adjust tempos, loop sections, and make each session uniquely yours. Personalise your sound • Customise note layouts, keys, and playback options to craft music that feels perfect for you. Try Premium features • Enjoy advanced tools like speed adjustments, looping, and access to exclusive tracks during a free trial, unlocking even more ways to create and relax. Whether you're a seasoned musician or completely new to steel tongue drums, Panda Drum® makes it easy to find your rhythm, unwind, and create music that speaks to you.
TOMA
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TOMA — The Open Mic App is the first platform built exclusively for the live open mic ecosystem. Whether you're a musician looking for your next stage, a host managing your venue's open mic night, or a fan ready to discover raw, unfiltered live talent — TOMA brings it all together in one place. FOR MUSICIANS Browse open mic events near you. Sign up for slots, check in when you arrive, track your performance history, and earn badges as you grow. Build your artist profile, grow your following, and let your fans know where you're performing next. Check in everywhere you play live so your followers will know. FOR HOSTS Create and manage your open mic events from your phone. Control sign-up lists, communicate with performers, and grow your audience night after night. FOR FANS Find live open mic events happening near you. Discover new artists, follow your favorites, and never miss a performance again. FEATURES Real-time event discovery and slot booking Performer check-in and live activity feed Artist profiles, badges, and achievement system Host event management dashboard Battle of the Bands tournament mode Push notifications for events, bookings, and updates Fan discovery and artist following TOMA is more than an app. It's a movement for live music.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TOMA at none against Panda Drum's 1. On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Panda Drum sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. TOMA asks for nothing beyond the download.
Panda Drum ships an update every 6 weeks, TOMA monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Panda Drum | TOMA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Panda Drum® | THE OPEN MICROPHONE APPLICATIONS, LLC |
In-app purchases
Panda Drum
- Premium Subscription$1.991 Month
TOMA
No in-app purchases









