Beatmaker 3
6.7#4 in beat making software$49 one-timeiOSmacOSWindows
VisitBeatmaker 3 vs XO
What both publish
| Fact | Beatmaker 3 | XO |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2010 | 2005 |
| Headquarters | Bremen, Germany | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Operating systems | The listed requirements are Windows 10–11 and macOS Big Sur 11 through macOS Tahoe 26. | The product page specifies 64-bit macOS 10.13 or later and Windows 10 or 11, plus a standalone app for both systems. |
| Support | UJAM provides a Beatmaker 3 FAQ and user guide, and its support center lets users submit a request. | XLN Audio Support lists an expected response time of 1–2 days. |
| Trial | The product page offers a free 7-day trial of Beatmaker 3. | XLN Audio offers a 10-day trial of its plugins with full features and no payment details required. |
Beatmaker 3 plans
- Individual Beatmaker title$49, paid once
- Beatmaker 3 Bundle$99.50, paid once
XO plans
- XO£76.20, paid once
- XO + 4 expansions£95.40, paid once
- XO Complete£399.50, 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 XO if…
XO suits music makers who want to organize drum samples, build patterns, and export audio or MIDI. It is relevant to users working in supported plugin hosts or a standalone app.