Comparison

TKFX vs TableBeats

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

Head to head
About

TKFX

This app transforms your iOS device into a comprehensive controller for Traktor DJ software. It offers intuitive control over decks, loopers, mixers, and especially Traktor's effects via an X/Y pad. Enjoy plug-and-play functionality without complex MIDI mapping.

Highlights
  • Full decks, looper, and mixer control
  • Jog dial for each deck
  • X/Y pad for effect control
  • Plug & Play setup
  • Wireless or USB connection
  • Single or group effect unit modes
Features
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TKFX is a full-fledged Traktor controller for iOS devices. Besides full decks, looper and mixer control with a jog dial included, it allows you to control Traktor effects in a powerful and intuitive way using a X/Y pad for each effect unit. Select the effect you want to use, assign effect parameters to X/Y pad axis, enable the effect in the wished deck and touch the pad. The effect is automatically applied. TKFX is completely plug and play which means that you don’t need to waste countless hours in MIDI mapping. TKFX knows all about Traktor’s decks and effects, just select the deck or effect you want and all it’s parameters and functions will be automatically available on the respective buttons. TKFX supports effects unit operation in single or group mode. Key features: - 2 or 4 deck units mode - Full decks and looper control - Cue-points control - Jog dial for each deck (CD or Vinyl mode) - Full mixer control and crossfader - Browse & load tracks - X/Y pad - Plug & Play - Link function - Hold function - BPM sync - 1 or 4 effect units mode - 4 memory banks - Single or group mode - Wireless or USB wired connection For detailed documentation please visit www.imaginando.pt/products/tkfx PRESS REVIEWS "TKFX is excellent fun to use and DJ effects respond especially well to this kind of real-time effect control." - Hollin Jones - AskAudio Magazine "But wouldn’t it be nice to use a tablet for X/Y control of effects? TKFX does that, and nothing else – but it does it damned well." - Peter Kirn - Create Digital Music "I recommend this app for anyone who likes to use the effects inside of Traktor, as it offers you an instant way to add and manipulate effects with ease" Alan Churchill - Traktor Tips "In conjunction with a dedicated hardware controller, TKFX is a simple but effective solution for extended Traktor FX control." - Declan McGlynn - Resident Advisor

About

TableBeats

Practice and jam with a vast library of beats from global producers. Adjust pitch and speed, utilize automatic shuffling, and access your favorite tracks quickly. Perfect for artists looking to enhance their skills with continuous rhythm.

Highlights
  • Thousands of beats from global producers
  • Pitch and speed adjustment ±50%
  • Automatic shuffle intervals
  • Lock BPM in shuffle mode
  • Q-pads for quick beat access
Features
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TableBeats is the ultimate practice and jam tool for scratchers, lyricists, dancers & more. Enhance your art form to continuous played beats and jam for hours in a wide range of BPMs & styles. Tablebeats includes thousands of dope beats by the greatest producers from all over the world. TableBeats looper library expands with new fresh beats on a regular basis for your practice & jam sessions. Find new styles of beats to perfect your skills. • Library with thousands of beats • Pitch & speed adjustment ±50% • Automatic shuffle (2, 5 & 10-minute intervals) • Lock BPM in shuffle mode • Q-pads – fast and easy access for up to 7 beats Enjoying TableBeats? Like us on Facebook – https://facebook.com/tablebeats Follow us on Instagram – https://instagram.com/tablebeats Tag us in your videos/pictures, and use #tablebeats / #tablebeatsapp for a feature on our Instagram & Facebook pages – Join our community today! Don’t hesitate to contact us – support@tablebeats.com — DJ owned & DJ operated.

Screenshots

TKFX3 screens
TableBeats4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TableBeats at 4.9 against TKFX's 4.4. TableBeats also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). 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. TKFX sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. TableBeats asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TableBeats holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TableBeats has 594 ratings behind it against 45, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of TKFX's written reviews are positive against 88% of TableBeats's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TKFX ships an update every 2 months, TableBeats every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TKFX versus TableBeats: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTKFXTableBeats
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (45 ratings)4.9 (594 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.0% of reviews87.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings45594 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS149.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImaginando LdaDaniel Hulth

Customer experience

TKFX

All ratings45 ratings
Positive82.2%
Neutral6.7%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive66.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative30.0%

TableBeats

All ratings594 ratings
Positive98.0%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive87.6%
Neutral4.8%
Negative7.6%

Bugs and requests

TKFX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TableBeats

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when changing pitch/BPM
  • Disappearing album art on no WiFi
  • Compatibility issues with older iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to create custom playlists
  • Pitch/BPM control and adjustment
  • Screen rotation support
  • Audiobus and Ableton Link integration
  • Paid version with more features

In-app purchases

8 purchases

TKFX

One-time8
  • Unlimited Banks$1.99
  • Unlimited Decks$1.99
  • Unlimited Units$1.99
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  • Unlimited Effects$1.99
  • Unlimited Parameters$1.99
  • Unlimited Functions$1.99
  • Unlimited Usage$8.99
  • Unlock Decks$8.99
None

TableBeats

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TKFX free?
TKFX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TableBeats free?
TableBeats is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TKFX or TableBeats?
TableBeats is rated higher. TKFX averages 4.4 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while TableBeats averages 4.9 from 594 ratings.
Do TKFX or TableBeats have ads?
Neither TKFX nor TableBeats shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TKFX or TableBeats?
TKFX ships an update every 2 months, and TableBeats every 9 days. Most recently, TKFX was updated on October 7, 2026 and TableBeats on October 7, 2026.

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