Comparison

BeatPad vs Drums No Drums

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

Drums No Drums

This app transforms any song into a drum practice tool by isolating drum tracks locally. It allows drummers to loop difficult sections, adjust playback speed, and record their performances. Import audio or video to practice with various stem mixes.

Highlights
  • Local drum track separation
  • Multiple audio stem mixes
  • Looping and speed control
  • Performance recording
  • AI-assisted song part detection
  • Background audio playback
Features
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Turn any imported song into a drum practice track. Drums No Drums helps drummers separate drums locally, loop hard parts, slow songs down, and record their performances with a focused player built for sticks-in-hand use. Import an audio file or video, then switch between Original, Drums Only, Drums Low, Bass + Drums, and No Drums. Use the waveform to scrub, capture loops, adjust speed, and jump to detected song parts like intro, verse, chorus, bridge, fill, and outro. Key features: - Local drum separation for supported songs - Drums Only, Drums Low, No Drums, Bass + Drums, and Original modes - Record & Review: capture your drums and play them back synced with the mix - Cached stems so processed songs reopen quickly - Waveform seeking, beat-snapped loop capture, and speed controls - On-device AI-assisted song parts for section practice - Optional synced metronome and haptic pulse - Import from Files, DRM-free audio files, direct audio links, and videos - Background audio and lock-screen controls Free includes 3 full practice songs. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited songs. Drums No Drums Pro: Monthly $2.99, Annual $19.99, or a one-time Lifetime unlock $39.99. Pro removes the 3-song limit for unlimited practice songs. Auto-renewing subscriptions renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage or cancel in your Apple ID settings. Privacy Policy: https://drumsnodrums.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://drumsnodrums.com/terms.html

Screenshots

BeatPad3 screens
Drums No Drums4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BeatPad at none against Drums No Drums's 3. On price, ads, device support 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. Drums No Drums sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. BeatPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
BeatPad versus Drums No Drums: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeatPadDrums No Drums
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB131 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer旭 王Drum Starz

In-app purchases

None

BeatPad

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Drums No Drums

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro Annual$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$39.99

Questions

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

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