# Real Percussion vs Drum Pad Machine

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Drum Pad Machine at 675K against Real Percussion's 1.7K. Drum Pad Machine also leads on chart position (#150 vs unranked) and review sentiment (63% vs 53%). Real Percussion's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Real Percussion sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Drum Pad Machine sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Drum Pad Machine holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Pad Machine has 675K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Real Percussion's written reviews are positive against 63% of Drum Pad Machine's.

Real Percussion ships an update every 3 weeks, Drum Pad Machine every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Real Percussion | Drum Pad Machine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-percussion-kit-drum-pads/id791157337/reviews) | **[4.6 (675K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-machine-beat-maker/id1057968965/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K | **675K** |
| Positive reviews | 53.3% of reviews | **63.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#150** |
| Size | 85 MB | 230 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KOLB SISTEMAS - EIRELI](https://appshunter.io/developer/550920932) | [Easybrain Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190815537) |

## What reviewers say

### Real Percussion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-percussion-kit-drum-pads/id791157337)

Learn to play a wide variety of percussion instruments on your smartphone or tablet. This app offers video lessons, loops, and realistic sounds to help you master drumming and develop musical skills. Practice quietly anywhere, anytime, and share your performances with others.

**Highlights:** Over 100 drum lessons, Realistic 3D percussion kits, Wide variety of instruments, Studio-quality audio, Export recordings to MP3, Share performances on social media, MIDI support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Version - 3 Days Free | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Version | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Version | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Version | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Version | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Version (6 months) | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Version (1 year) | $12.99 | per year |
| Premium Version | $17.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and enjoyable to use
- 🎨 Wide variety of instruments
- 👍 Easy to play
- 🎶 Helps with music creation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Tuning issues with certain instruments (e.g. tenors, timbales)
- 🔊 Some sounds not realistic or off-beat
- 💰 Too many ads, subscription required to remove them
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with other apps (e.g. GarageBand)

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect positioning of tenor drums
- Latency issues when playing
- Glitches causing incorrect drum sounds to play

**Requested features**

- Add more instrument options (e.g. timpani, buffalo drum)
- Implement MIDI support for integration with other apps
- Add loop/pattern recording functionality
- Improve tuning and realism of drum sounds


### Drum Pad Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-machine-beat-maker/id1057968965)

**Currently charting:** #150 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Create professional-quality music and unique tracks with a variety of styles and sound packs. Utilize instruments, FX, and sequencing for creative sound design. Learn through beat school lessons and share your creations instantly.

**Highlights:** Multiple music styles (Hip-hop, Trap, House, etc.), Professional sound packs, Drum and Piano instruments, Sequencing with tempo and EQ, Beat School lessons, Quick music sharing

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drum Pad Machine Pro - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Music Beat Maker Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Drum Pad Machine Pro - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Beatmaker Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Drum Pad Machine Pro - Annual | $46.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Incredible music-making experience
- 👍 Easy to learn and use
- 🎶 Wide variety of music genres and beats
- 🎓 Helpful tutorials and lessons
- 🎧 High-quality sound samples

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Excessive and repetitive ads
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 🤔 Limited customization options
- ⏱️ Lessons and tutorials move too fast

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings sometimes stop unexpectedly
- Difficulty registering multiple button presses simultaneously
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add a search function to find specific beats
- Allow users to create and share their own custom beats
- Implement a pause/resume feature for recordings
- Provide more granular control over tempo and timing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Real Percussion free?

Real Percussion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Drum Pad Machine free?

Drum Pad Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Real Percussion or Drum Pad Machine?

Drum Pad Machine is rated higher. Real Percussion averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Drum Pad Machine averages 4.6 from 675K ratings.

### Do Real Percussion or Drum Pad Machine have ads?

Both Real Percussion and Drum Pad Machine show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Real Percussion or Drum Pad Machine?

Real Percussion ships an update every 3 weeks, and Drum Pad Machine every 3 months. Most recently, Real Percussion was updated on November 6, 2026 and Drum Pad Machine on November 8, 2026.

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