# Mak Custom Sample Pad vs GranSample

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mak Custom Sample Pad at 100% against GranSample's 40%. Mak Custom Sample Pad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). GranSample's advantage is ratings volume (16 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GranSample sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mak Custom Sample Pad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mak Custom Sample Pad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GranSample has 16 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Mak Custom Sample Pad's written reviews are positive against 40% of GranSample's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mak Custom Sample Pad | GranSample |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mak-custom-sample-pad/id6752385765/reviews)** | [4.6 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gransample-granular-sampler/id6760527944/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MÄK AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1839182975) | [Chih Han Lin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800248325) |

## What reviewers say

### Mak Custom Sample Pad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mak-custom-sample-pad/id6752385765)

Create custom soundboards with 8 programmable pads. Load audio files or record directly, then loop, trigger rapidly, and play up to 8 sounds simultaneously. Ideal for live performances, presentations, or creative audio manipulation.

**Highlights:** 8 programmable sample pads, Load audio files, Record audio directly, Loop sounds, Rapid fire triggering, Up to 8 sounds simultaneously, Volume control per pad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### GranSample

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gransample-granular-sampler/id6760527944)

This app offers a 16-pad sampler with a powerful granular engine for sculpting unique audio textures and sequencing patterns. It functions as a standalone application and an AUv3 plugin for popular DAWs. Unlock advanced features with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** 16-pad granular sampler, AUv3 plugin support, Step sequencer, Modulation matrix, Sample chopping, Kit sharing, Per-pad effects

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GranSample Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mak Custom Sample Pad free?

Mak Custom Sample Pad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GranSample free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mak Custom Sample Pad or GranSample?

Mak Custom Sample Pad is rated higher. Mak Custom Sample Pad averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while GranSample averages 4.6 from 16 ratings.

### Do Mak Custom Sample Pad or GranSample have ads?

Neither Mak Custom Sample Pad nor GranSample shows ads.

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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.*