iMPC for iPhone vs AudioCopy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iMPC for iPhone
Transform your iPhone into a powerful music production studio. Create beats with over 600 samples, editable programs, and sequences. Record, overdub, and apply built-in effects for endless creative possibilities.
- Over 600 samples
- 47 editable programs
- 80 editable sequences
- Built-in sampler with mic, line-in, and turntable recording
- Built-in effects (delay, bit crusher, compressor)
- Export to MPC Software and share to social media
- 16 Levels mode and Note Variation slider
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Turn your iPhone into an MPC with more than 600 samples, 47 editable programs, 80 editable sequences, and iconic MPC workflow. Need help? Have an issue or question? Please email us at support@retronyms.com. iMPC brings the look and feel of the classic Akai Pro MPC to your iPhone. iMPC includes everything you need to create a beat quickly and easily. With features including built-in effects, plus the ability to create new sequences and record and overdub beats, the possibilities are endless. The app’s built-in sampler can record samples three different ways: using the mic on the iPhone, using the line input on the iPhone, or using the multi-touch turntable interface in iMPC to record samples directly from iTunes or other music libraries. - Exclusive iMPC sound set and classic Akai Professional sound library - "3D Perform" controls -- use your iPhone's motion sensors to control parameters - Export tracks to MPC Software for use with MPC Renaissance and MPC Studio - Share on SoundCloud, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, or export to your computer - 16 Levels mode: 16 levels of attack, velocity, length, and tuning - Note Variation slider: adjust attack, velocity, length, and tuning as you play - Trim and categorize samples, undo takes and erase samples - Create new sequences, record and overdub beats - Live Sequence queuing for real-time performance and playback - Simple drag and drop program creation - Effects include delay, bit crusher, master compressor/limiter - Time correct: 1/8 note - 1/32T with variable swing - Note Repeat: 1/8 note - 1/32T timing, with latch - AudioCopy beats and sequences to compatible apps - AudioPaste samples from hundreds of compatible apps
AudioCopy
Access a vast library of royalty-free sound packs from renowned artists and producers. Easily copy and paste sounds between hundreds of compatible apps or export them for use anywhere. Includes a built-in recorder and editor for capturing and manipulating audio.
- Largest collection of royalty-free sound packs
- Copy and paste sounds between apps
- Access sounds in Files app
- Built-in sound recorder
- Convenient sound editor (trim, normalize, fade, reverse)
- Share audio to SoundCloud, YouTube, and Files app
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AudioCopy has grown to be the largest collection of royalty free sound packs available in a mobile app. Browse hundreds of quality sound packs from top producers like AraabMuzik, and grammy award winning artists like Paul “Echo” Irizarry and Carl Cox. AudioCopy makes it easy to copy and paste sounds to or from hundreds of compatible apps. Plus access your sounds in the Files app to use them anywhere. Need help? Have an issue or question? Please email us at support@retronyms.com. ------ You'll find hundreds of Sound Packs you can use with your creations in the Content Store! Buy them once. Use them anywhere. Sound Packs contain tons of music Loops and Samples that you can use in anywhere — iOS and beyond. Packs span many genres with content created by an amazing producer lineup. You can use Sound Packs from the Content Store in top music iOS apps like iMPC Pro, Tabletop, Launchpad, GarageBand, FL Studio, Cubasis, Auria, DM1 and hundreds more. Or export your sounds to your desktop and use them anywhere. The first round is on us! Unlock a free Sound Pack when you register AudioCopy. ----- More than a clipboard: AudioCopy is a catalog for your sounds. Browse and audition all the sounds you've copied. Import your own sound libraries, store sounds centrally for easy use in your favorite apps. Capture your sounds: AudioCopy now comes with a built-in sound recorder. Record, pause, record some more. A convenient sound editor: Trimming? Yeah we've got that. You can also normalize, fade, and reverse to name a few. Zoom in for even more detail in this gesture-based editor. A great way to capture audio and share it: Share your songs and audio creations directly to SoundCloud, Youtube, and open it anywhere with built-in iOS sharing or the Files app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: AudioCopy at Free against iMPC for iPhone's $6.99. AudioCopy also leads on rating (3.8 vs 2.8). iMPC for iPhone's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and chart position (#136 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads and device support 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
AudioCopy is free to download; iMPC for iPhone costs $6.99 up front. AudioCopy sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. iMPC for iPhone asks for nothing beyond the download.
AudioCopy holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 84 and 24 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of iMPC for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 26% of AudioCopy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iMPC for iPhone ships an update every 6 months, AudioCopy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iMPC for iPhone | AudioCopy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.8 (84 ratings) | 3.8 (24 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 35.0% of reviews — better | 26.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 84 — better | 24 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | #136 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Akai Professional | Retronyms Inc |
Customer experience
iMPC for iPhone
AudioCopy
User reviews
iMPC for iPhone
From 84 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Classic MPC feel
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🎨 Good sound quality
- 💰 Affordable price
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔀 Unreliable sample playback
- 🚫 Inability to delete samples
- 🤖 Outdated and unresponsive UI
AudioCopy
From 24 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great content store
- 👍 Useful for moving audio between apps
- 👍 Integrates well with other music apps
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Unreliable file management and transfer
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Confusing interface and poor user experience
Bugs and requests
iMPC for iPhone
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when editing samples
- Playback issues with iOS 9 and later
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
Requested features
4 requests- Add song mode to link sequences
- Implement Audiobus support
- Improve sample chopping and editing
- Allow importing samples from cloud storage
AudioCopy
Reported bugs
4 issues- Recordings skipping or cutting out
- Inability to delete recordings
- Inconsistent in-app purchase restoration
- Crashes when trying to access certain features
Requested features
4 requests- Improved file organization and management
- Better integration with cloud storage services
- Audiobus support
- More genres and sound packs
In-app purchases
iMPC for iPhone
No in-app purchases
AudioCopy
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Questions
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