Koala Sampler
8.1#1 in beat making software$2.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
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Serato Studio
6.9#2 in beat making softwareFrom $9.99 a monthFree planmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Koala Sampler | Serato Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Integrations | iOS AUv3 operation works in hosts including AUM, GarageBand and Logic Pro, and Ableton Link enables Wi-Fi jamming. | Studio integrates with Serato DJ crates and FX plugins and supports MIDI hardware mapping; the downloads page also lists native control for AlphaTheta SLAB. |
| Purpose | Koala records sounds with a device microphone or imports sounds for making beats, adding effects, and creating tracks. | Serato Studio is beat-making software for creating album-quality beats and custom DJ edits. |
Koala Sampler plans
- Desktop—
- Koala Sampler (Mac, Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi)Free
- Desktop Koala SamplerFree
- Desktop plugin trialFree
- Koala Sampler desktop plugin trialFree
- Sample packs$2.99, paid once
Serato Studio plans
- FreeFree
- Subscribe$9.99 a month
- Buy$149, paid once
Pick Koala Sampler if…
It suits people who want to make beats or tracks from recorded or imported sounds. The iOS version may suit users who want Ableton Live Set export.
Pick Serato Studio if…
It suits producers and DJ users who want to make beats or custom edits, especially those working with samples, stems, and MIDI hardware. The free mode may suit users who can work within its track, deck, scene, and automation limits.