Comparison

Drums No Drums vs BackBeat

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

Head to head
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

About

BackBeat

Features
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Become a tighter, more confident drummer by mastering the drum grooves you'll actually use. BackBeat helps you practice over 10 essential and widely used drum patterns on an interactive virtual drum kit. Whether you're just starting out or sharpening your timing, you can build consistency with just a few minutes of focused practice each day. Practice the grooves that matter Instead of overwhelming you with hundreds of exercises, BackBeat focuses on the foundational beats every drummer should know. Learn, repeat, and internalize the rhythms you'll encounter across rock, pop, funk, indie, worship, and countless other styles. Features • Practice 10+ essential drum grooves used in real music • Interactive virtual drum set with responsive controls • Build timing and consistency in just minutes a day • Fully customizable metronome with adjustable tempo and settings • Assign your own custom drum sounds to every drum and cymbal for a personalized practice experience • Designed for beginners and experienced drummers alike Improve your timing Strong timing is one of the most important skills any drummer can develop. Use the built-in metronome to gradually increase tempo, lock into the beat, and develop solid rhythm through consistent daily practice. Make it your own Customize your kit by importing your own sounds for each drum, creating a practice experience that feels familiar and inspiring every time you play. Whether you're preparing for your first band, getting back into drumming, or simply looking to sharpen your groove, BackBeat gives you the tools to improve a little every day. Practice the essentials. Build better timing. Play with confidence.

Screenshots

Drums No Drums4 screens
BackBeat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BackBeat at none against Drums No Drums's 3. Drums No Drums's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.5). On price, 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

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. BackBeat asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Drums No Drums versus BackBeat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrums No DrumsBackBeat
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrum StarzBrandon Jabr

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
None

BackBeat

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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