Maple Music vs MusicLoop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Maple Music
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A music player that plays files you keep locally on your phone. Comes with a robust social functionality that allows you to see what your friends are listening to.
MusicLoop
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Discover music beyond the mainstream. This app is built for listeners who want more than charts and algorithms. We focus exclusively on independent music β artists who create freely, experiment boldly, and release music on their own terms. No major labels. No chart chasing. Just honest sound. What makes us different Indie-only platform Every track is from an independent artist. No mainstream releases, no label-driven promotion. Global underground discovery Find emerging artists from cities and scenes around the world β from bedroom producers to small collectives. Curated, not crowded Instead of endless feeds, we highlight music intentionally. Quality over quantity, always. Genres without boundaries Indie pop, alternative, electronic, folk, experimental, lo-fi, ambient β if itβs independent, it belongs here. For listeners Discover music you wonβt hear anywhere else Support artists directly by listening and sharing Build a personal library of truly original sounds For artists Share your music without pressure to fit trends Reach listeners who care about creativity, not numbers Be part of a community that values independence This is not a streaming app for everyone. Itβs for listeners who believe music is more than background noise. If youβre tired of the mainstream, welcome home. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Maple Music at none against MusicLoop's 2. MusicLoop's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. MusicLoop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Maple Music asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Maple Music | MusicLoop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 13.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | George Shaw IV | Dohoon Park |
In-app purchases
Maple Music
No in-app purchases
MusicLoop
- Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year









