Head-to-head · Music Sample Libraries
Loopcloud vs BandLab Sounds
Loopcloud leads on 1 check, BandLab Sounds on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreLoopcloud · 9.4/10
- Free planonly BandLab Sounds
- Free trialboth
Loopcloud scores higher on our rubric for music sample libraries: 9.4 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.
BandLab Sounds offers free plan; Loopcloud doesn't. Loopcloud leads on sample count: 5e+06 samples versus 100 samples.
Loopcloud is the better fit for large searchable libraries and sound organization. BandLab Sounds is the better fit for free mobile and browser-based sample access.
- Loopcloud fits best
Large searchable libraries and sound organization
- BandLab Sounds fits best
Free mobile and browser-based sample access
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Side by side
| Feature | Loopcloud 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | BandLab Sounds 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #1 in Music Sample Libraries | #5 in Music Sample Libraries |
| Best for | Large searchable libraries and sound organization | Free mobile and browser-based sample access |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $79.99/yr | — |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 14 days | 3 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 3 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Loopcloud 1/3 · BandLab Sounds 1/3 | ||
| MIDI included | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Stems included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Vocal content | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Included content | samples, loops, MIDI files, synth presets, plugin expansions | loops, samples, one-shots |
| Sample count | 5e+06 samples (best) | 100 samples |
| Download model | Credit-based | Credit-based |
| Sample formats | WAV, MIDI | AAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, WAV |
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| Our verdict | Loopcloud is a royalty-free music sample library and desktop production workspace for music producers, DJs, and composers. Its library includes samples, loops, MIDI files, synth presets, and plugin expansions, with search and filtering by… Read the review → |
BandLab Sounds is a royalty-free sample library integrated with BandLab Studio. It is designed for musicians, beatmakers and producers who need loops, samples and one-shots for personal or commercial compositions. The library works on the… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Loopcloud — where it wins
- Over 5 million sounds with detailed search and filtering
- DAW-synced previews plus AI-assisted sound matching
- Cloud storage, auto-tagging, plugins, and an eight-track editor
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; access starts at $7.99 per month
- Content acquisition uses subscription points
- Desktop application access is web-connected
BandLab Sounds — where it wins
- Free tier includes 20 BandLab Sounds claims per week
- Browse, preview and drag samples into BandLab Studio
- Web, iOS and Android access with royalty-free licensing
Where it doesn't
- Downloads use weekly claims rather than unlimited access
- Standalone redistribution of sounds is restricted
- My Sounds cloud management is for active members
- Loopcloud9.4/10 · 14-day trial
A large, searchable sample library with DAW syncing, plugins, storage, and editing tools.
Visit LoopcloudFull verdict → - BandLab Sounds8.5/10 · Free plan · 3-day trial
A flexible sample library for free browser and mobile music production.
Visit BandLab SoundsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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