# Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio vs LoopStation

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio at 83% against LoopStation's 26%. Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (662 vs 52). LoopStation's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and LoopStation sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio has 662 ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio's written reviews are positive against 26% of LoopStation's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio | LoopStation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (662 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-pads-mix-beats-dj-studio/id892336309/reviews)** | [3.3 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopstation/id995780206/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **662** | 52 |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 26.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 196 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **7.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beat Squad LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619336436) | [Rene Zuidhof](https://appshunter.io/developer/954165647) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-pads-mix-beats-dj-studio/id892336309)

Create music and remix tracks with a variety of sound packs, drum kits, and effects. This app allows you to mix vocals, build melodies, and apply DJ-style audio effects to craft unique beats. Share your creations and impress others with your DJing skills.

**Highlights:** Crispy sound packs, Drum kits and synth presets, Acapella section for vocals, DJ audio effects, Time synchronization, Ready-to-perform loops

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loop Pads Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for making beats
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💎 Great sound quality
- 🎶 Nostalgic for some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paid features/presets required
- 🐛 Bugs with ad-based unlocks
- 🔀 Lack of customization options
- 🕰️ Recording time issues

**Reported bugs**

- Coins/presets not unlocking properly
- Recording time not displayed
- Loops not syncing properly

**Requested features**

- More sound packs/presets
- Ability to record own voice/samples
- Tempo/time signature controls
- Sharing/exporting options


### LoopStation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopstation/id995780206)

Transform your device into a powerful musical instrument. Record and layer your own sounds, voices, or instruments to create complex musical arrangements. Add effects, adjust levels, and share your finished loops with others.

**Highlights:** Record synced tracks (overdub), Control volume per loop, Save/Load recordings, Metronome for timing, Shift timing of individual loops, Merge tracks, Add reverb effect

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and easy to use
- 💡 Good for beginners
- 👍 Allows creative jamming
- 👍 Great for duets with self
- 👍 Good for practicing loops

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot save/load tracks
- 🐛 Files get corrupted
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Interface is confusing
- 🐛 Calibration issues

**Reported bugs**

- App stopped working and lost all tracks
- Cannot load tracks
- Exporting fails with an error
- Recorded music pieces disappear or are not found
- Cannot save/load recordings

**Requested features**

- More accurate trim with zoom
- Ability to export tracks as MP3
- Add export option
- More tracks available
- Tutorials or instructions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio free?

Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LoopStation free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio or LoopStation?

Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio is rated higher. Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio averages 4.6 out of 5 from 662 ratings, while LoopStation averages 3.3 from 52 ratings.

### Do Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio or LoopStation have ads?

Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio shows ads; LoopStation does not.

### Which is updated more often, Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio or LoopStation?

Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio ships an update every 3 months, and LoopStation every 3 months. Most recently, Loop Pads Mix beats dj studio was updated on November 6, 2026 and LoopStation on November 1, 2026.

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