Comparison

BeatPad vs Splitonic

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

Head to head
About

BeatPad

Features
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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.

About

Splitonic

This audio unit plugin for iOS and macOS splits sound into harmonic and percussive components using spectral decomposition. It's ideal for remixing when stems aren't available, offering real-time processing and adjustable filters.

Highlights
  • AUv3 Plugin for iOS & macOS
  • Spectrogram decomposition
  • Real-time processing
  • Adjustable median filter sizes
  • Configurable separation threshold
  • Three-way separation
  • Preset system
Features
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Splitonic is an AUv3 audio unit for iOS and macOS. It is a filter based on the Fourier spectrum of the input signal and can be used to split the sound in a harmonic and a percussive component. Ideal for remixing when no separate stems are available. Features: - AUv3 Plugin for iOS & macOS. - Spectrogram decomposition: Splits an audio signal into controllable pitched and transient energy layers. - Real time processing: Low-latency controllable by the user. - Kernel dimensions: Adjustable horizontal (time) and vertical (frequency) median filter sizes. - Separation threshold: Configurable threshold to trade off separation isolation against musical artifacts. - Three-Way Separation: Isolates an additional "residual" or noise component to capture background hiss, vocals, or applause. - Preset system: with factory and user presets, plus import/export. - Demo mode available: purchase to unlock full version. - Optimized layout: for portrait and landscape orientations.

Screenshots

BeatPad3 screens
Splitonic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BeatPad at none against Splitonic's 1. Splitonic's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). 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. Splitonic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BeatPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
BeatPad versus Splitonic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeatPadSplitonic
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer旭 王Jan Maes

In-app purchases

None

BeatPad

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Splitonic

One-time1
  • Splitonic Activation$4.99

Questions

Is BeatPad free?
BeatPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Splitonic free?
Splitonic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BeatPad or Splitonic have ads?
Neither BeatPad nor Splitonic shows ads.

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