# Gig Drummer vs GigScroll

The clearest difference is rating: GigScroll at 5.0 against Gig Drummer's 4.5. GigScroll also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Gig Drummer's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gig Drummer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and GigScroll sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GigScroll holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gig Drummer has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Gig Drummer ships an update monthly, GigScroll every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gig Drummer | GigScroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gig-drummer-drum-pad-machine/id6745336024/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gigscroll/id6753904306/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 297 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sonic Market](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811451957) | [Zach Swift](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845578794) |

## What reviewers say

### Gig Drummer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gig-drummer-drum-pad-machine/id6745336024)

This app provides a virtual drum machine for live performance, rehearsal, and recording. It offers over 30 rhythms across various genres, dynamic performance tools, and custom loop import. Organize your sets and control it with MIDI for a professional live drumming experience.

**Highlights:** 30+ versatile rhythms, Dynamic performance tools, AUv3 plugin support, Custom loop import, Set lists for gigs, MIDI learn support, Record and share grooves

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gig Drummer Factory Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gig Drummer Factory Rhythms | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gig Drummer Factory Rhythms | $4.99 | one-time |


### GigScroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gigscroll/id6753904306)

This app provides a hands-free teleprompter for musicians to display lyrics during live performances. It offers auto-scrolling, customizable themes, setlist management, and Bluetooth remote control for seamless lyric delivery.

**Highlights:** Hands-free lyric teleprompter, Instant lyric search and saving, Adjustable auto-scroll speed, Stage-ready themes, Professional setlist management, Bluetooth remote pedal support, Video recording with teleprompter overlay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GigScroll Pro | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gig Drummer free?

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

### Is GigScroll free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gig Drummer or GigScroll?

GigScroll is rated higher. Gig Drummer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while GigScroll averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Gig Drummer or GigScroll have ads?

Neither Gig Drummer nor GigScroll shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gig Drummer or GigScroll?

Gig Drummer ships an update monthly, and GigScroll every 3 weeks. Most recently, Gig Drummer was updated on September 2, 2026 and GigScroll on September 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.*