# Simply Patterns vs KR8

The clearest difference is price: Simply Patterns at Free against KR8's $2.99. Simply Patterns also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). KR8's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Simply Patterns is free to download; KR8 costs $2.99 up front. Simply Patterns sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. KR8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply Patterns | KR8 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-patterns-drum-machine/id6758304853/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 74 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Luciano Gaston Mareco](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811252099) | [devin sewell](https://appshunter.io/developer/716437457) |

## What reviewers say

### Simply Patterns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-patterns-drum-machine/id6758304853)

Create rhythms effortlessly with an intuitive step sequencer and high-fidelity sound engine. This app offers a minimalist workflow for quick beat-making, allowing real-time tweaking and easy export to DAWs or for sharing.

**Highlights:** Intuitive 16-step sequencer, High-fidelity sound engine, Real-time BPM and swing adjustment, Minimalist, distraction-free interface, Easy pattern export, Per-step velocity control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


### KR8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kr8-0-drum-machine/id6761496294)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply Patterns free?

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

### Is KR8 free?

KR8 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Simply Patterns or KR8 have ads?

Simply Patterns shows ads; KR8 does not.

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