Comparison

Loopdrill vs LoopShed

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Loopdrill

This app helps musicians and students learn songs by ear. It allows you to slow down audio, adjust pitch, and loop specific sections for focused practice. You can also import lyrics and use a 10-band equalizer to shape the sound.

Highlights
  • Speed control with pitch lock
  • Adjustable pitch for imported files
  • Section looping with waveform handles
  • Optional Lyrics Practice Pro
  • Bookmark key song sections
  • 10-band equalizer
  • Waveform visualization
Features
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Loopdrill is the ultimate music practice companion for musicians, students, and anyone learning songs by ear. Import your favorite tracks, slow them down, adjust the pitch, and loop difficult passages until you nail them. Speed Control -- Keep the Pitch Adjust playback speed from 25% to 200% while keeping the original pitch intact. Slow down blazing solos note by note, or speed up a ballad to challenge yourself. The pitch stays locked so every note sounds exactly as it should. Pitch Adjustment for Imported Files Shift the pitch up or down in semitone steps, from -12 to +12. Transpose a song to match your instrument's tuning, practice in a different key, or match a capo position -- all without re-recording anything. Section Looping Drag loop handles directly on the waveform to mark the section you want to repeat. Whether it's a tricky chord progression, a fast riff, or a subtle vocal run, loop it as many times as you need until it clicks. Lyrics Practice Pro · Optional one-time purchase Import LRC files or paste lyrics you have permission to use. Follow timed lines, select consecutive lines to loop, and edit timestamps or the sync offset. Lyrics without timestamps remain readable text until you add timing. Try the original sample before buying and restore purchases with the same Apple account. Pro unlocks practice tools; it does not include a lyrics catalog or AI transcription. Lyric availability and accuracy vary by song. Playback, speed controls, time A–B loops, waveform and bookmarks remain free. Pitch and EQ for imported files are also free. Lyrics Practice Pro is a separate, optional non-consumable in-app purchase with no subscription. The price for your region is shown before purchase. Bookmarks Drop bookmarks on key moments in a track -- verse, chorus, bridge, solo. Jump between sections instantly so your practice sessions stay focused and efficient. 10-Band Equalizer for Imported Files Shape the sound with a full 10-band EQ. Choose from presets like Flat, Bass Boost, Vocal, and Treble Boost to emphasize frequency ranges, highlight bass lines, or bring vocals to the front. Waveform Visualization See the entire song laid out as a waveform. Tap anywhere to jump to that point, and always know exactly where you are in the track. Flexible Audio Sources - Import audio files from the Files app - Access your Apple Music library Pitch adjustment and EQ are available for imported audio files. Apple Music playback does not support these two controls. Apple Music's in-app lyrics are not always available to Loopdrill; online lookup and lyric import provide additional options. Who Loopdrill is for: - Musicians learning songs by ear - Instrument students practicing difficult passages - Language learners using audio repetition - Transcribers capturing every detail - Anyone who wants to hear music at their own pace Stop rewinding. Start practicing. Loopdrill turns any song into a practice track.

About

LoopShed

Features
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LoopShed is a focused practice tool for musicians who want to master difficult passages. Import any audio file, set A and B markers to isolate any section of the music, and loop it on repeat. Slow it down without changing the pitch. Drill it until it's locked in. Features: • A-B loop with draggable waveform markers • Pinch to zoom the waveform for precise marker placement • Speed control from 50% to 150% — pitch preserved • Save and name your loop points per song • Import MP3, WAV, M4A, CAF, and more • Works with any file from Voice Memos, Files, or any share sheet Used by guitarists, pianists, singers, horn players, and anyone who practices with recordings. Unlock unlimited saved loops with a one-time purchase.

Screenshots

Loopdrill2 screens
LoopShed4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Loopdrill at none against LoopShed's 1. Loopdrill also leads on device support (4 vs 2). LoopShed's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LoopShed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Loopdrill asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Loopdrill ships an update every 7 months, LoopShed monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Loopdrill versus LoopShed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopdrillLoopShed
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHyeong-soo KimJude Hathway

In-app purchases

None

Loopdrill

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LoopShed

One-time1
  • LoopShed Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Loopdrill free?
Loopdrill is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LoopShed free?
LoopShed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Loopdrill or LoopShed have ads?
Neither Loopdrill nor LoopShed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Loopdrill or LoopShed?
Loopdrill ships an update every 7 months, and LoopShed monthly. Most recently, Loopdrill was updated on October 14, 2026 and LoopShed on October 3, 2026.

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