# GranSample vs BeatRepeat

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BeatRepeat at 100% against GranSample's 40%. BeatRepeat also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). GranSample's advantage is ratings volume (16 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

BeatRepeat 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 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of GranSample's written reviews are positive against 100% of BeatRepeat's.

GranSample ships an update every 5 days, BeatRepeat every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GranSample | BeatRepeat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gransample-granular-sampler/id6760527944/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatrepeat/id6760556942/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **16** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 17 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chih Han Lin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800248325) | [Mathias Kirkerød](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884969842) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### BeatRepeat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatrepeat/id6760556942)

This app is a real-time drum repeat instrument and MIDI effect designed for live performance. It allows users to tap pads to trigger repeating drum hits synced to tempo, and swipe to create evolving rhythms with layered patterns. It offers extensive control over rhythmic elements and generative patterns.

**Highlights:** 8 velocity-sensitive pads, Repeat presets for instant rhythms, Per-pad control over rhythm parameters, Euclidean rhythm masks, Evolve modifier for parameter shifts, Fill patterns for multi-pad sequences, MIDI input and output

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GranSample free?

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

### Is BeatRepeat free?

BeatRepeat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GranSample or BeatRepeat?

BeatRepeat is rated higher. GranSample averages 4.6 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while BeatRepeat averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do GranSample or BeatRepeat have ads?

Neither GranSample nor BeatRepeat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GranSample or BeatRepeat?

GranSample ships an update every 5 days, and BeatRepeat every 3 days. Most recently, GranSample was updated on October 14, 2026 and BeatRepeat on October 2, 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.*