Beatmaker 3
6.7#4 in beat making software$49 one-timeiOSmacOSWindows
VisitBeatmaker 3 vs Punch 2
What both publish
| Fact | Beatmaker 3 | Punch 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating systems | The listed requirements are Windows 10–11 and macOS Big Sur 11 through macOS Tahoe 26. | The maker lists Windows 7 or higher and macOS 10.15 or higher, and states ARM processor compatibility for Mac. |
| Product | Beatmaker is a virtual drum machine for creating beats with ready-made kits, grooves, and built-in effects. | Punch 2 is a 24-pad drum synthesizer for PC and Mac that combines drum synthesis, samples, and a built-in pattern sequencer. |
Beatmaker 3 plans
- Individual Beatmaker title$49, paid once
- Beatmaker 3 Bundle$99.50, paid once
Punch 2 plans
- Punch 2$149, paid once
Pick Beatmaker 3 if…
It suits producers and composers looking for genre-focused, ready-to-play beats and grooves. Its MIDI export and real-time phrase triggering may suit workflows that involve editing beats in a DAW or performing them live.
Pick Punch 2 if…
Punch 2 suits music makers looking for drum synthesis, sample editing, and pattern sequencing in one plug-in. It is available for Windows and macOS, with format support varying by operating system.