Comparison

PlayDrum vs MuYu

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

Head to head
About

PlayDrum

This app provides a realistic drumming experience for musicians of all levels. It features multiple drum kits, an intuitive interface, and interactive tutorials to help you learn. You can also play along to your favorite music and use it as a MIDI controller.

Highlights
  • Intuitive and customizable interface
  • Multi-touch support for responsive play
  • Multiple professional drum kits
  • Interactive tutorial for beginners
  • Play along to your music library
  • MIDI controller functionality
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Drum sets made by drummers and made for all! No matter you’re 1st time drummers or professional musicians, Play Drum is designed just for you! Features: * Intuitive interface. Minimal, clean and professional look, customizable color theme. * Multi-touch supported. Super fast and responsive multi-touch so that you can hear each instrument clearly without any delay! * Multiple drum kits to choose from: Studio Heavy Kit, Rock Kit, Tight Kit and R&B Remix Kit. * Easy to learn. Interactive tutorial helps you learn the basics of drumming and all the instruments of a drum set in no time! * Play to your favorite music. You can add music from iTunes shared folder with ease. * Works as a MIDI Controller with GarageBand and Logic X. Contact us: playdrum.app@gmail.com. We’d love to hear what songs you play drums to!

About

MuYu

Activate a variety of sound effects through taps, shakes, or auto-taps. Mix and customize sounds, record your own, and sync effects with device motion. Enjoy universal access with a one-time purchase.

Highlights
  • Screen tap and shake activation
  • Sound effect mixing and customization
  • Custom sound recording and import
  • Motion-activated sound effects
  • Auto-tap customization
  • Backing track support
Features
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Limited-time promotion, no subscription, one-time purchase for all devices —— Introducing the "MuYu" App by Heo! Experience a sound effect tapping app where you can activate desired sound effects through screen taps, shakes, or auto-taps. Your on-the-go sound effect hub. --- Certainly, here's a revised version of the app store copy: Introducing the "Knock on MuYu" App by Heo! Experience a sound effect tapping app where you can activate desired sound effects through screen taps, shakes, or auto-taps. Your on-the-go sound effect hub. Highlighted Feature: Music Mode A sound effect pack offers a diverse range of sounds. Discover a new auditory surprise with every tap. Engage with rich sound effects that keep you coming back for more. Highlighted Feature: Sound Effect Mixer Combine multiple sound effects to fit your preference. Adjust the frequency and volume for auto-taps and share your unique sound sequences with friends. Highlighted Feature: Custom Sound Workshop Craft your own sound effects using high-fidelity recording or by importing audio files. Transform any desired sound into an electronic MuYu tone. Highlighted Feature: Motion-Activated Sounds Our innovative shaking algorithm works across devices - from phones to watches to tablets. Bring your sounds to life by moving your device. Whether you're simulating a gunshot, playing a ping pong sound, or activating rhythm clappers, sync the effects with your motions. Highlighted Feature: Backing Track Support (Lv.10) Some sounds come with complementary background music, enhancing the overall auditory experience and making you think, "That's the perfect touch!" Sound Highlights: MuYu: Experience tranquility and relaxation. Water Drop: The perseverance of water shaping stone. Temple Bell: Feel empowered and energized. Bell: Revel in pure, resonating tones. Kiss: Double your motivation with a caring touch. Cat & Dog: Embrace the warmth and comfort of our furry friends. Crow: A playful sound effect for friendly pranks. Chicken: A sound that stands out just as you do. ... and many more! Universal Access with a One-Time Purchase! AppStore's top recommendation. Compatible with iOS/iPadOS/Desktop Widgets, iOS Dynamic Features, Lock Screen Widgets, watchOS, macOS, and more. Features Overview: Auto-Tap Customization: Choose random or set tapping speeds. Determine when to stop, either by time or count. Visual Display: Instruments can be paired with custom text displays. Sound Library: Control visibility of sound effects, adjusting in bulk or individually. Sound & Feedback: Adjust volume within the app and select from various haptic feedback intensities. Screen Display: Manage counter display settings and ensure your screen remains active when needed. Motion Sensitivity: Choose from different shake intensities and benefit from our new shake detection algorithm. Quick Access: Use UrlScheme to launch specific sound effects swiftly. Hidden Gems: Discover a variety of concealed sound effects.

Screenshots

PlayDrum4 screens
MuYu4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PlayDrum at Free against MuYu's $0.99. PlayDrum also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (30 vs 10). MuYu's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (95% vs 75%). On ads 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

PlayDrum is free to download; MuYu costs $0.99 up front. PlayDrum sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MuYu asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PlayDrum holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 10 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of PlayDrum's written reviews are positive against 95% of MuYu's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlayDrum ships an update every 5 weeks, MuYu fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 20, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
PlayDrum versus MuYu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlayDrumMuYu
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (30 ratings) — better4.2 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews94.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB179 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaimaitiming Abudukadier兴龙 张

Customer experience

PlayDrum

All ratings30 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

MuYu

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive94.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PlayDrum

One-time1
  • "Unlock All Drum Kits"$1.99
None

MuYu

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PlayDrum free?
PlayDrum is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MuYu free?
MuYu costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PlayDrum or MuYu?
PlayDrum is rated higher. PlayDrum averages 4.7 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while MuYu averages 4.2 from 10 ratings.
Do PlayDrum or MuYu have ads?
Neither PlayDrum nor MuYu shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PlayDrum or MuYu?
PlayDrum ships an update every 5 weeks, and MuYu fortnightly. Most recently, PlayDrum was updated on August 20, 2026 and MuYu on September 23, 2026.

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