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Head-to-head · Music Sample Libraries

Loopcloud vs EastWest ComposerCloud+

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Loopcloud #1 in Music Sample Libraries 9.4/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Loopcloud
EastWest ComposerCloud+ #8 in Music Sample Libraries 8.2/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit EastWest

Loopcloud leads on 0 checks, EastWest ComposerCloud+ on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 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 trialboth
  • Most featuresLoopcloud · 1 of 3

Loopcloud scores higher on our rubric for music sample libraries: 9.4 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

Loopcloud is the better fit for large searchable libraries and sound organization. EastWest ComposerCloud+ is the better fit for large orchestral and instrument collections.

  • Loopcloud fits best

    Large searchable libraries and sound organization

  • EastWest ComposerCloud+ fits best

    Large orchestral and instrument collections

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Side by side

Feature Loopcloud 9.4/10 Visit ↗ EastWest ComposerCloud+ 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.2
Ranking #1 in Music Sample Libraries #8 in Music Sample Libraries
Best for Large searchable libraries and sound organization Large orchestral and instrument collections
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $79.99/yr $19.99/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial 14 days 14 days
Free trial length 14 days 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Desktop Desktop
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS Windows, macOS
Features Loopcloud 1/3 · EastWest ComposerCloud+ 0/3
MIDI included ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Stems included Not checked yet Not checked yet
Vocal content Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Included content samples, loops, MIDI files, synth presets, plugin expansions Not checked yet
Sample count 5e+06 samples Not checked yet
Download model Credit-based Not checked yet
Sample formats WAV, MIDI Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • More than 43,000 virtual instruments across diverse collections
  • VST3, AU, AAX, and standalone OPUS support
  • Royalty-free commercial use with activation on two devices
Cons
  • No free plan; access starts at $7.99 per month
  • Content acquisition uses subscription points
  • Desktop application access is web-connected
  • Requires a paid subscription; there is no free plan
  • Supports Windows and macOS only
  • The full collection may be broader than focused producers need
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…

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EastWest ComposerCloud+ is a subscription library for composers, producers, and other music creators who need access to a wide range of virtual instruments. Its collection covers orchestral, cinematic, drum, piano, guitar, synth, vocal,…

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  1. LoopcloudMusic Sample Libraries 9.414-day trial
  2. EastWest ComposerCloud+Music Sample Libraries 8.214-day trial

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

  • EastWest ComposerCloud+ — where it wins

    • More than 43,000 virtual instruments across diverse collections
    • VST3, AU, AAX, and standalone OPUS support
    • Royalty-free commercial use with activation on two devices

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a paid subscription; there is no free plan
    • Supports Windows and macOS only
    • The full collection may be broader than focused producers need
  • Loopcloud9.4/10 · 14-day trial

    A large, searchable sample library with DAW syncing, plugins, storage, and editing tools.

    Visit LoopcloudFull verdict →
  • EastWest ComposerCloud+8.2/10 · 14-day trial

    A broad subscription library for composers needing orchestral and instrument variety.

    Visit EastWestFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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