Best Synth Drum Apps

235+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating

4 free apps

Updated September 2026

Looking for free synth drum apps? 4 of our 235+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Synth Drum Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	SynthDrum Kick	$2.99 was $3.99	4.9★ (19)	No	No	Aug 2026
2	6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker	$2.99	4.6★ (25)	No	No	Sep 2026
3	Ripple Drum Synth	$4.99	5.0★ (7)	No	No	Jul 2026
4	Bruno Drum Synth	$4.99	5.0★ (5)	No	No	Sep 2026
5	DM10 - Drum & Synth Machine	$17.99	4.7★ (51)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	Blip Box — Drum Synth	$5.99 was $12.99	4.8★ (20)	No	No	Aug 2026
7	Fractal Bits	$1.99	4.8★ (80)	No	No	Sep 2026
8	Pulsar-ES: Drum Machine	$4.99	4.3★ (7)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Synth Drum

#1

SynthDrum Kick by Paul Betowski

AUv3 AudioUnit Kick Drum Synth

Editor's Choice

🎵 Music

4.9(19 ratings)

$2.99

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Create unique kick drum sounds using synthesis rather than samples. This lightweight, fast plugin offers extensive controls for EDM genres and integrates seamlessly with iOS DAWs. Get the perfect kick sound quickly without relying on presets.

#2

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker by Rob Wilmot

808 Style Drum Synth Sequencer

Strong Contender

🎵 Music

4.6(25 ratings)

$2.99

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Create electronic music with a 6-track drum synthesizer and sequencer. Shape unique sounds, build complex rhythms, and apply effects. Export your creations or sync with other music apps.

#3

Ripple Drum Synth by Brian Hurlow

Worth Considering

🎵 Music

5.0(7 ratings)

$4.99

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Shape unique drum sounds with a versatile synthesizer. Control sonic character via an XY pad, LFOs, and randomization. Enhance your creations with a selection of built-in effects.

More Synth Drum apps to explore

Bruno Drum Synth

Bruno Drum Synth

Bruno Drum Synth

Layered Drum and Pluck Synth

This app allows users to create layered drum sounds using multiple synthesis engines. It offers intelligent randomization and a context-aware tweak system for effortless sound design, suitable for both beginners and experienced musicians.

Four synthesis engines per drumSix voice types (Kick, Snare, Hat, Clap, Tom, Pluck)Intelligent randomization

DM10 - Drum & Synth Machine

DM10 - Drum & Synth Machine

DM10 - Drum & Synth Machine

Beat Maker, Sequencer & AUv3

This app is a powerful drum and synthesizer machine for electronic musicians. It offers a modern audio engine with a wide array of drum kits, instruments, and synth presets, alongside advanced sequencing and effects for creative music production.

228 drum kitsBass & Lead synthsAudioUnit support

Blip Box — Drum Synth

Blip Box — Drum Synth

Blip Box — Drum Synth

Lean, mean noise machine

$12.99 | 54% OFF

A powerful sixteen-voice drum synthesizer offering a unique digital sound engine inspired by analog and digital synths. It features a touch-friendly interface, complex audio modulation, and versatile effects for creating distinctive electronic music.

Sixteen-voice drum synthesizerComplex audio rate modulationTouch-first control interface

Fractal-based drum synth

Generate an infinite variety of drum sounds using fractal algorithms. Save and share your unique sound sets via text codes. Perform live with multiple keyboard options and record your creations in real-time.

Infinite unique drum soundsSave/share sound sets via text codesMultiple live drumming keyboards

Pulsar-ES: Drum Machine

Pulsar-ES: Drum Machine

Pulsar-ES: Drum Machine

Vintage Groovebox & Sequencer

This music app provides a virtual drum machine with 8 pads for improvising and playing along to built-in rhythm presets. It features real-time rhythm switching, tempo control, and various effects. It also supports Ableton Link and MIDI for seamless integration with other music software and hardware.

8-pad drum machineBuilt-in rhythm presetsReal-time rhythm switching

BreakBud Break Beat Drum Synth

BreakBud Break Beat Drum Synth

BreakBud Break Beat Drum Synth

16 Pads, Sequencer, AUv3

Create rhythms quickly with a synth-based drum machine. Build and perform with 16 pads, each storing its own sound and pattern. Shape beats with a flexible sequencer and design unique drum sounds with a synthesized engine.

16 playable pads with individual sound/pattern storageFlexible step sequencer with velocity and timing editingFully synthesized drum engine with six voices

LE04 | AR-909 Drum Machine

LE04 | AR-909 Drum Machine

LE04 | AR-909 Drum Machine

NEW: 80s Analog Drum Machine

$9.99 | 70% OFF

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.

Hybrid synth/sample-based drum creationAUv3 plugin supportIntuitive controls for live tweaking

Hand Clapper - Claps Synth

Hand Clapper - Claps Synth

Hand Clapper - Claps Synth

808, 909, HC2, and more

This app is a drum synthesizer plugin focused on creating clap sounds. It offers three internal noise sources to replicate vintage analog drum machine sounds and allows users to load their own samples. It's available as an AUv3 plugin and standalone application.

Dedicated clap sound synthesizerThree internal noise sourcesRecreates vintage analog drum machine sounds

EGDR606 - 606 Drum Machine

EGDR606 - 606 Drum Machine

EGDR606 - 606 Drum Machine

Vintage Drum Machine

This app emulates a vintage 80s drum machine with a realistic interface. Create your own beats, use included groove presets, and play along with your favorite songs. Supports various audio and MIDI connections for integration with other music software.

Realistic 80s drum machine interface16-step sequencer with variable length16 programmable rhythm patterns

EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

Vintage Drum Machine emulation

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.

Realistic 80s drum machine interface16-step sequencerProgrammable rhythm and fill patterns

free with in-app purchases

EGDR909 Drum Machine Lite

EGDR909 Drum Machine Lite

EGDR909 Drum Machine Lite

Vintage Drum Machine emulation

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.

Realistic 80s drum machine interface16-step sequencer with variable length48 programmable rhythm patterns

free with in-app purchases

SeekBeats Drum Machine Synth

SeekBeats Drum Machine Synth

SeekBeats Drum Machine Synth

by Rodrigo Yanez

$11.99 | 50% OFF

Create unique electronic drum loops with a powerful synthesizer. Tweak sounds, explore variations with a randomizer, and save your creations. Supports advanced audio routing and MIDI synchronization.

Synthesized electronic drum loopsAdjustable synth parameters and envelopesStep sequencer with velocity mapping

Drum synth, sequencer, FX

Create complex electronic music with a professional drum synthesizer and step sequencer. Design unique sounds with multiple engines, filters, and effects. Build intricate patterns and full arrangements with advanced sequencing features.

8 independent synthesizer voicesMultiple percussion engine familiesAdvanced filters and distortion

Battalion - Drum Machine

Battalion - Drum Machine

Battalion - Drum Machine

Synth, Sampler, & Sequencer

This advanced music production tool offers a powerful drum machine with extensive synthesis, sampling, and sequencing capabilities. Craft intricate rhythms and evolving patterns with per-step modulation, generative sequencers, and built-in effects for deep sound design.

20+ synthesis algorithms5 sampler algorithms8 drum channels with simultaneous sample/synth

World Piano Notes & Drum Beats

World Piano Notes & Drum Beats

World Piano Notes & Drum Beats

Synth Chords & Rhythm Machine

Explore global music with authentic instruments and rhythms from around the world. Create melodies with diverse scales, including microtonal options, and experiment with a traditional piano mode. Enhance your musical journey with premium sound packs and rhythm features.

Authentic world instrument soundsExtensive collection of world scalesRhythm library with beat import

X Drum - 3D & AR

X Drum - 3D & AR

X Drum - 3D & AR

3D drum kit with amazing SFX!

Explore a virtual drum kit in 3D or project one into your room with AR. Learn to play by following notes, experiment with a beat pad, and access a vast library of loops and sounds. Enjoy studio-quality kits and MIDI recording for a realistic drumming experience.

3D Drum KitAR Drum KitBeat Pad

free with in-app purchases

EGDR808 Drum Machine HD

EGDR808 Drum Machine HD

EGDR808 Drum Machine HD

Vintage Drum Machine emulation

This app emulates a classic 80s hardware drum machine with a realistic interface. Create your own rhythms, save patterns, and control drum kit parameters. It offers advanced features like AU3 support, Inter App Instrument, and Core MIDI.

Realistic 80s interface16-step sequencerProgrammable rhythm and fill patterns

FAQ about Synth Drum

What are the best synth drum apps for iPhone?

SynthDrum Kick tops our synth drum apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 19 App Store ratings, and it's priced at $2.99.

Are there free synth drum apps for iPhone?

Yes — 4 of the top synth drum apps we rank are free to download, including EGDR808 Drum Machine lite and EGDR909 Drum Machine Lite.

Does SynthDrum Kick have ads or in-app purchases?

SynthDrum Kick has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many synth drum apps are on the App Store?

We track 235+ synth drum apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is SynthDrum Kick?

SynthDrum Kick is an AUv3 AudioUnit plugin for iOS designed to synthesize unique kick drum sounds. It allows users to create custom percussion without relying on pre-made samples, offering a fast and efficient workflow within compatible DAWs.

How does SynthDrum Kick work with other apps?

SynthDrum Kick is an AUv3 plugin, meaning it's designed to be used inside a host application like GarageBand, AUM, Cubasis, or BeatMaker 3. You can create multiple instances to layer different kick drum sounds for your tracks.