Best Machines Drum Apps &amp; Games

4.5😞(1.1K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Emulate a classic 80s drum machine with realistic interface and sound. Create your own rhythms using the 16-step sequencer and programmable patterns. Offers control over drum kit parameters for a vintage feel.

What We Love

🚀 Easy to use
🎉 Faithful 808 emulation
💡 Convenient for practicing/songwriting
👍 Intuitive interface

Room to Improve

🐛 Restore purchase not working
🐛 Crashes and bugs
🔋 Battery draining issues
🤯 Confusing/missing features
💰 Overpriced for the functionality
🤬 Aggressive upselling/in-app purchases

EGDR909 Drum Machine Lite by Elliott Garage

Vintage Drum Machine emulation

Strong Contender

4.2(124 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Emulates a vintage 80s drum machine with a realistic interface. Create your own beats or use presets, and integrate with other music apps. Unlock full functionality through in-app purchase.

LE04 | AR-909 Drum Machine by Cooperator Design

NEW: 80s Analog Drum Machine

Worth Considering

Drum Machine - Music Maker

4.8😊(1.5K ratings)

$2.99

#75in Music

This app emulates a classic 1980s analog drum machine, offering a hybrid synth/sample-based approach to beat creation. It provides intuitive controls for live tweaking and pattern switching, making it ideal for both studio work and live performance.

What We Love

🚀 Easy to use
🚀 Intuitive interface
🚀 Straightforward workflow
🔊 Great sound quality
🔊 Authentic 909 sound
💰 Excellent value for money

Room to Improve

🐛 Crashes when saving patterns
🐛 Timing/sync issues with other apps
🔌 Doesn't record MIDI/audio in DAWs
📺 Screen doesn't fit some devices
🔇 Limited sound customization options

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