Best Samples Audio Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.6 avg rating
15 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 246+ samples audio apps on iOS, 15 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Samples Audio Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1sqrt - audiosqrt - audioFree3.3★ (7)NoYesOct 2026
2AudioPocket for volca sampleAudioPocket for volca sampleFree2.3★ (59)NoNoOct 2026
3Salome - MPE Audio SamplerSalome - MPE Audio Sampler$7.994.7★ (30)NoNoNov 2026
4SampleFitSampleFitFree—NoYesAug 2026
5AudioLayerAudioLayer$12.994.3★ (182)NoYesNov 2026
6AudioTrim: Trim & Cut AudioAudioTrim: Trim & Cut AudioFree——NoSep 2026
7Choppa: Live SamplerChoppa: Live Sampler$4.994.3★ (6)NoNoOct 2026
8DeeVee: Audio Stories SearchDeeVee: Audio Stories SearchFree1.0★ (9)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Samples Audio

sqrt - audio#1
3.3(7 ratings)
Free
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This app allows users to trigger and manipulate sounds on a multitouch surface. The pro version enables loading custom audio files and creating personalized sound grids. It offers a unique playback control system where sound parameters are interpolated across the screen.

2.3😞(59 ratings)
Free
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Easily transfer audio samples from your iPhone to a KORG volca sample device. Record, trim, and normalize your own sounds, or import them via iTunes File Sharing or a factory preset library. Supports various common audio file formats.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy sample transfer
  • 👍 Works for some users
  • 👍 Good for on-the-go editing
  • 👍 Files.app integration appreciated

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes on startup
  • 🐛 Audio recording/saving issues
  • 🐛 Sample transfer errors
  • 🐛 No USB support for Volca Sample 2
  • 🐛 Outdated for Volca Sample 2
  • 🐛 Limited to 100 sample slots
  • 🐛 No customer support
  • 🐛 Requires headphone jack (no USB)
  • 🐛 Useless on iPad Pro
  • 🐛 Deletes sample slots
  • 🐛 No editing features after saving
  • 🐛 Slow loading times
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance across devices
Salome - MPE Audio Sampler#3

Salome - MPE Audio Sampler by Bram Bos

Record, Import, Play
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.7(30 ratings)
$7.99
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This app lets you record or import sounds, transform them into seamless loops, and play them polyphonically using MPE or MIDI controllers. It offers a fast workflow with onscreen keypads and MPE/MIDI input/output for creative sound manipulation.

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FAQ about Samples Audio

What are the best samples audio apps for iPhone?
sqrt - audio tops our samples audio apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 3.3-star average from 7 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 15 of the top samples audio apps we rank are free to download, including sqrt - audio and AudioPocket for volca sample.
sqrt - audio has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 246+ samples audio apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.