# LoopStation vs Loopy Pro

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Loopy Pro at 95% against LoopStation's 26%. Loopy Pro also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). LoopStation's advantage is iOS requirement (7.1 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LoopStation sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Loopy Pro sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loopy Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loopy Pro has 952 ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of LoopStation's written reviews are positive against 95% of Loopy Pro's.

LoopStation ships an update every 3 months, Loopy Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LoopStation | Loopy Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopstation/id995780206/reviews) | **[4.8 (952 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopy-pro-looper-daw-sampler/id1492670451/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 52 | **952** |
| Positive reviews | 26.2% of reviews | **95.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rene Zuidhof](https://appshunter.io/developer/954165647) | [A Tasty Pixel](https://appshunter.io/developer/300257827) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Loopy Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopy-pro-looper-daw-sampler/id1492670451)

This app is a customizable music creation environment that combines live looping, sampling, and MIDI sequencing. It offers a flexible canvas for building performance setups, designing instruments, and integrating external gear. Enjoy a free trial before a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Live looping with advanced recording options, MIDI sequencing and piano roll editor, Plugin hosting for AUv3 instruments and effects, Customizable canvas with interactive controls, Multitrack session recording, Extensive MIDI controller support, Audio routing and mixing capabilities

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-Day Trial | Free | one-time |
| 7-Day Trial (Upgrade 1) | Free | one-time |
| Upgrade | $14.99 | one-time |
| Internal Use Only | $26.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Loopy Pro | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and flexible
- 👍 Highly customizable interface
- 🎨 Endless creative possibilities
- 🔥 Game-changing capabilities
- 💻 Replaces hardware loopers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Steep learning curve
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Requires external hardware for full functionality
- 💰 Relatively high price point

**Reported bugs**

- Audio cutting out randomly
- Crashes when loading large projects
- Issues with MIDI sync and control

**Requested features**

- MIDI looping functionality
- Improved audio editing capabilities
- Backup and restore options
- More built-in templates and presets
- Expanded Inter-App Audio support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LoopStation free?

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

### Is Loopy Pro free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LoopStation or Loopy Pro?

Loopy Pro is rated higher. LoopStation averages 3.3 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Loopy Pro averages 4.8 from 952 ratings.

### Do LoopStation or Loopy Pro have ads?

Neither LoopStation nor Loopy Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LoopStation or Loopy Pro?

LoopStation ships an update every 3 months, and Loopy Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, LoopStation was updated on September 19, 2026 and Loopy Pro 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.*