# BandLab vs KondZilla Beat Maker

The clearest difference is update cadence: BandLab at every 4 days against KondZilla Beat Maker's every 6 weeks. BandLab also leads on ratings volume (506K vs 51) and review sentiment (78% vs 64%). KondZilla Beat Maker's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BandLab sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and KondZilla Beat Maker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for BandLab against 4.6 for KondZilla Beat Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BandLab has 506K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of BandLab's written reviews are positive against 64% of KondZilla Beat Maker's.

BandLab ships an update every 4 days, KondZilla Beat Maker every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BandLab | KondZilla Beat Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (506K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandlab-music-maker-and-beats/id968585775/reviews)** | [4.6 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kondzilla-beat-maker/id1450737126/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **506K** | 51 |
| Positive reviews | **78.2% of reviews** | 64.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | — |
| Size | 257 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BandLab Singapore Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/956402141) | [Opala Studios Solucoes Tecnologicas Ltda](https://appshunter.io/developer/869723363) |

## What reviewers say

### BandLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandlab-music-maker-and-beats/id968585775)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Music, #10 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Create music on the go with this free app. Record vocals, make beats, and mix demos using a mobile DAW. Collaborate with others and access exclusive AI tools and distribution opportunities with an optional membership.

**Highlights:** Virtual instruments and audio presets, AI music generator, Auto-tune vocals, Stem separation, Instant mastering, Collaboration platform, Drum machine and sampler

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BandLab Membership - 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| BandLab Membership Pro - 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| BandLab Membership Pro - 12 Months | $149.99 | per year |
| Boost Post | $2.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $3.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $4.00 | one-time |
| Boost Post | $5.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $6.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $8.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $10.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $12.00 | one-time |
| Boost | $20.00 | one-time |
| Boost post | $40.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Versatile music creation tools
- 💡 Collaborative features
- 🎨 Wide range of sounds and effects
- 🆓 Free to use with no ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing and saving issues
- 🔇 Audio quality and latency problems
- 🔒 Account and data security concerns
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full access
- 🤖 Issues with bots and fake accounts

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inability to edit or delete saved projects
- Microphone and audio recording issues
- Syncing and publishing problems
- Unexpected loss of data and projects

**Requested features**

- More customization options for vocals and effects
- Expanded MIDI and instrument support
- Improved project management and version control
- Better integration with external audio hardware
- Expanded social features and community engagement


### KondZilla Beat Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kondzilla-beat-maker/id1450737126)

Create Brazilian funk beats with high-quality samples and loops. Learn to play with tutorials and YouTube videos. Record and share your music.

**Highlights:** Kits with beats and loops, In-app tutorial, YouTube video guides, High quality samples, Recording tool, New kits weekly

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vip | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Vip | $2.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BandLab free?

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

### Is KondZilla Beat Maker free?

KondZilla Beat Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BandLab or KondZilla Beat Maker?

BandLab is rated higher. BandLab averages 4.7 out of 5 from 506K ratings, while KondZilla Beat Maker averages 4.6 from 51 ratings.

### Do BandLab or KondZilla Beat Maker have ads?

Both BandLab and KondZilla Beat Maker show ads.

### Which is updated more often, BandLab or KondZilla Beat Maker?

BandLab ships an update every 4 days, and KondZilla Beat Maker every 6 weeks. Most recently, BandLab was updated on September 29, 2026 and KondZilla Beat Maker on September 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*