AmpliTube Orange vs Punchline Drum Machine
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AmpliTube Orange
Transform your iPhone into a professional guitar and bass multi-effects processor and recording studio. Emulate classic British tones with authentic Orange amp and stompbox models. Record, mix, and share your music with studio-quality features.
- Authentic Orange amp and stompbox models
- Virtual recording studio with 3D cab miking
- Multi-track recorder with DAW-style editing
- Song player for backing tracks
- Looper and Loop Drummer features
- Live Mode for stage performance
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Turn your iPhone into the ultimate mobile Orange® guitar/bass multi-FX processor and recording studio! AmpliTube Orange was developed with careful guidance from the tone gurus at Orange to ensure the authenticity of the sound. Derived from the award-winning desktop version AmpliTube Orange, you can choose from 6 Orange amp models and 3 stompbox models. It lets you build your Orange rig with up to 6 stompbox FX, an amplifier and speaker cabinet w/Mic — you can even drag and drop your stomps to sit before or after your amplifier (4 slots pre and 2 slots post). Thanks to AmpliTube's Cab Room, you’ll feel like you’re in your own professional recording studio. Mic your cabinets in full 3D in a beautifully rendered virtual studio environment with 2 iconic guitar mics (expandable to 16 mic models available via in-app purchase). Connect your instrument via IK’s iRig 2 or iRig HD 2 interfaces, or use IK’s new iRig Stomp I/O to connect and control your rig with the same feel as the real gear. AmpliTube Orange also features a robust “song” player section that allows you to play along with songs or backing tracks by importing them directly from your music library. Get creative with loops in AmpliTube via its Super Looper, which is available through in-app purchase. It makes it easy to record, play back, adjust levels and play along with up to 4 loops. Loops are easy to set and trigger, with external control for live use. Need a drummer? Use the built-in Loop Drummer system to jam to killer drum tracks. Use the streamlined built-in 2-track recorder(expandable to 8 tracks via in-app purchase) to record, edit, tweak and share your songs via SoundCloud, file sharing or email. Ready to get out of the studio? AmpliTube’s new Live Mode offers an optimized GUI designed specifically for live use. See your entire rig at a glance, with all the settings and controls you need displayed in an easy-to-read format designed for the stage. If you currently own AmpliTube for iPhone, all AmpliTube Orange gear models are available for in-app purchase as a complete set or a-la-carte. You can even use iCloud to transfer in-app purchases between different AmpliTube versions and devices. AmpliTube Orange features: • 4 stompbox models — Highway Drive, The Shaker, Echo Trip (by registering), and Noise filter • 6 Orange amps with matching Cabinets — OR50™, Rockerverb 50™, Thunderverb 200™, Tiny Terror™, AD 30™, AD 200 Bass MK3™ • “Cab Room" feature that allows 3D miking of cabinets with up to two mics (14 more available via in-app purchase) • Two-track recorder (with re-amping) expands to 8-track studio via in-app purchase • Studio section with DAW-style editing features (available via in-app purchase) • Import songs/backing tracks directly from Music library or computer • Export via E-mail, SoundCloud, FTP or File Sharing • Looper feature (available via in-app purchase) • Loop drummer module plays in sync with the recorder • UltraTuner (available via in-app purchase) • Change tempo (-50% to +200%) of imported songs without affecting pitch • MIDI controllable • Tuner and metronome • Inter-App Audio and Audiobus compatible • MIDI controllable and with built-in integration for iRig Stomp I/O, iRig Blueboard and other controllers • Complete project compatibility between iPhone and iPad More app information: www.amplitube.com/orange Accessory info: www.ikmultimedia.com/irig
Punchline Drum Machine
Create beats with a powerful yet intuitive iOS drum machine. Record live tweaks, automate effects, and integrate with your DAW using AUv3 plugins. Import custom sounds and export your creations.
- 16-step sequencer with live recording
- 16 drum sounds with adjustable parameters
- 16 punch-in effects with tweakable parameters
- Real-time automation of knobs and effects
- Import WAV files for custom kits
- Export patterns and chains as WAVs
- AUv3 plugin integration for DAWs
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The drum machine that punches above its weight. Punchline is a playful iOS drum machine and sequencer packed with power. Create beats, record live tweaks, and automate effects. Use AUv3 plugins for integrated drum patterns, or transform live audio with rhythmic gates and punch-in effects. Features • 16-step sequencer with live recording, retrigs, probability, and pattern chaining • 16 drum sounds with pitch, length, filter, and level controls • 16 punch-in effects: reverb, delay, distortion, filters, modulation, and more, each with their own tweakable parameters • Real-time automation of knobs and effects • Import WAV files to build our your custom kit library • Export your patterns or your whole chain as WAVs for use in your favorite DAW • Additional free kits at charles.pizza/apps/punchline/kits Audio Unit Integration Use Punchline in your DAW with full AUv3 plugins: • Punchline Player: Full drum machine and sequencer • Punchline FX: Step-based rhythmic gate and effects processor for live audio • Full MIDI implementations for controlling steps, parameters and triggering effects Why Punchline? From quick sketches to full performances, Punchline makes advanced tools intuitive. Fast, musical, and always fun. Headphones recommended.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Punchline Drum Machine at 100% against AmpliTube Orange's 0%. Punchline Drum Machine also leads on price ($4.99 vs $24.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads, monetization model, 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
AmpliTube Orange costs $24.99 and Punchline Drum Machine $4.99 up front. AmpliTube Orange sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Punchline Drum Machine asks for nothing beyond the download.
AmpliTube Orange ships an update every 9 months, Punchline Drum Machine every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AmpliTube Orange | Punchline Drum Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $24.99 | $4.99 — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 379 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IK Multimedia US, LLC | Charles Vestal |
Customer experience
AmpliTube Orange
Punchline Drum Machine
In-app purchases
AmpliTube Orange
- LD Metal Pack$4.99
- LD Rock 2 Pack$4.99
- LD Rock Pack$4.99
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- Looper$9.99
- Microphones Bundle$9.99
- UltraTuner$9.99
- Recorder + Master FX$14.99
- AmpliTube 4 Bundle$19.99
- Recorder + Studio$19.99
- All Style Packs 1 & 2$24.99
Punchline Drum Machine
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is AmpliTube Orange free?
Is Punchline Drum Machine free?
Do AmpliTube Orange or Punchline Drum Machine have ads?
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