Nugget 01 vs BeatPad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nugget 01
This audio effect plug-in emulates a classic sampler's compressor, adding warmth, vinyl noise, and drive. It's a free tool for musicians seeking a unique lo-fi sound, usable within compatible music production apps or standalone.
- Detroit-style mix slammer
- Warm vinyl noise and crackle
- Drive to clip converters
- Four sample grades
- Light or dark color scheme
- AUv3 effect plug-in
- Standalone preview
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Lil' Doc is a compressor effect based on the muscular, vinyl simulator in an early 00s workhorse sampler. It’s a powerful effect that’s found a cult following among lo-fi heads, and rightly so! We first implemented this compression algorithm for our paid plug-in Doctor Vibe, and the sound was so unique, we thought it would be a great first entry in our free plug-in series. Enjoy! Features: - Completely free, no unlock required! - Four controls: - Detroit-style mix slammer - Warm vinyl noise and crackle - Drive to clip the converters! - Four sample grades to choose - Output gain - One-click loudness matching - Light or dark color scheme. Lil' Doc is an AUv3 effect plug-in. For best experience, load the plug-in on an effects slot in a compatible host. You can also preview the effect in the standalone with our new mini-player. Check out our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sketchaudio Visit the site: https://sketchaudio.com/nuggets/lil-doc
BeatPad
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BeatPad is a professional rhythm programming app for iOS. Create beats and drum patterns using pure audio synthesis technology. Features: • 16 Color-Coded Drum Pads with real-time triggering • 16-Step Sequencer for pattern programming • 4 Professional Synth Kits: Hip Hop, Electronic, Acoustic, Lo-Fi • Adjustable BPM (60-180) and Swing control • 8 Pattern Slots for song arrangement • Live Recording while playback • Audio Export in high-quality CAF format • Pattern Management with Song Sequence Perfect for music producers, beat makers, and rhythm enthusiasts. No internet connection required, 100% offline.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Nugget 01 at 3 against BeatPad's 1. Nugget 01 also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Nugget 01 | BeatPad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sketch Audio, LLC | 旭 王 |
In-app purchases
Nugget 01
No in-app purchases
BeatPad
No in-app purchases









