# Cubasis LE 2 vs DrumComputer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DrumComputer at 81% against Cubasis LE 2's 36%. DrumComputer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). Cubasis LE 2's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cubasis LE 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and DrumComputer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DrumComputer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DrumComputer has 621 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Cubasis LE 2's written reviews are positive against 81% of DrumComputer's.

Cubasis LE 2 ships an update every 3 months, DrumComputer every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cubasis LE 2 | DrumComputer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubasis-le-2/id989112953/reviews) | **[4.8 (621 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumcomputer-synthetic-beats/id1502238351/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 41 | **621** |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | **81.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.1 GB | 1.6 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316698251) | [Sugar Bytes GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/614418826) |

## What reviewers say

### Cubasis LE 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubasis-le-2/id989112953)

This mobile music creation system allows users to record, edit, and mix audio and MIDI tracks. It features virtual instruments, effects, and editors for polishing songs. Projects can be exported to desktop versions for further refinement.

**Highlights:** Up to 4 audio and 4 MIDI tracks, Virtual instrument with virtual keyboard, Integrated editors and mixer, Selected effects including reverb, Export projects to Cubase, MIDI over Bluetooth LE support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Micrologue ARP | $4.99 | one-time |
| Waves Tune Real-Time | $4.99 | one-time |
| FX Pack 1: Reverbs & Delays | $6.99 | one-time |
| FX Pack 2: Vintage FX | $6.99 | one-time |
| Classic Machines | $6.99 | one-time |
| Waves AudioTrack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Waves L1 Ultramaximizer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Waves Q10 Equalizer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cubasis LE 2 Full Feature Set | $14.99 | one-time |
| Waves Plug-in Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great DAW for iOS
- 👍 Good for MIDI and audio
- 👍 Stable on iPad Pro
- 👍 Works well with hardware
- 👍 Good value on sale

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Demo mode is restrictive
- 👎 Requires specific hardware to unlock
- 👎 Expensive full version
- 👎 Limited functionality in LE version
- 👎 Not intuitive for beginners

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on loading
- App crashes after update
- Demo mode does not unlock
- Hardware not recognized for unlocking
- Purchases not restoring

**Requested features**

- Tempo track and markers
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Punch in/out function
- Tempo and time signature changes mid-song
- Chord track


### DrumComputer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumcomputer-synthetic-beats/id1502238351)

This app is a powerful tool for creating synthetic drum sounds and beats. It combines advanced synthesis techniques with flexible modulation and sequencing capabilities, offering intelligent randomizers and pattern editing for endless creative possibilities. Users can design unique drum hits, build complex patterns, and mix them for professional-sounding results.

**Highlights:** 8 layered sound engines, Flexible modulation matrix, Intelligent sound randomizers, 16-step sequencer with pattern generation, Auto and manual remixing/fills, AUv3 plugin and standalone operation, MIDI file export

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DrumComputer Full Version | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best iOS drum machine
- 👍 Wicked easy to use interface
- 👍 Great sound and workflow
- 👍 Powerful and flexible sequencer
- 👍 Tons of customization options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🔋 High CPU usage and battery drain
- 👎 Confusing and complex interface
- 👎 Lack of MIDI mapping for live use
- 👎 Inability to record beats from pads

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup with iOS 14.2
- Inability to import samples in some cases
- MIDI out only supports single channel

**Requested features**

- Add real-time beat recording
- Improve MIDI mapping capabilities
- Add randomization options for tempo, sequence length, and mixing
- Improve preset management (ability to delete presets)
- Optimize for better performance and battery life


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cubasis LE 2 free?

Cubasis LE 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DrumComputer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cubasis LE 2 or DrumComputer?

DrumComputer is rated higher. Cubasis LE 2 averages 2.8 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while DrumComputer averages 4.8 from 621 ratings.

### Do Cubasis LE 2 or DrumComputer have ads?

Neither Cubasis LE 2 nor DrumComputer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cubasis LE 2 or DrumComputer?

Cubasis LE 2 ships an update every 3 months, and DrumComputer every 5 weeks. Most recently, Cubasis LE 2 was updated on October 20, 2026 and DrumComputer on October 20, 2026.

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