Zenbeats
Zenbeats: A capable free starting point for multitrack music production across devices. Ranked #38 of 128 in Audio Editing Software by our editors (5.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free mobile-first music production.
At a glance
- Editor score5.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forFree mobile-first music production
- Free planYes
- Third-party pluginsYes
- Founded1972 · 1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-2103, Japan
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Unlimited audio, instrument, drum, send, and group tracks
- MIDI, audio, drum, sampling, mixing, and automation tools
- Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, web, and Chrome OS compatibility
Where it doesn't
- Advanced content is divided across platform and content unlocks
- Max features require a USD 149.99 one-time purchase
- Its focus is music production rather than broader media workflows
Our verdict on Zenbeats
Zenbeats is a cross-platform music creation app from Roland Corporation for beginners, beatmakers, electronic musicians, and other music creators. It combines MIDI and audio production with unlimited audio, instrument, drum, send, and group tracks. The workspace includes MIDI, audio, and drum editors, LoopBuilder mode, sampling, timeline automation, mixing, track effects, internal instruments, song saving, sharing, and transfer. Support for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, web, and compatible Chrome OS systems gives mobile-first creators several ways to work on songs.
The free version provides basic music production features and access to the in-app store. Paid options are organized around platform and content unlocks: iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows unlocks add features and content on their respective systems, while Platform Unlock adds platform features, instruments, and effects. Max Unlock costs USD 149.99 as a one-time purchase and includes all operating systems and content, including Max-level instruments, effects, loops, and presets. Roland Cloud Membership includes the Zenbeats Max version while the membership remains active. This structure suits users who want to start free and expand selectively, though creators working across several platforms may prefer the broader Max option.
Zenbeats has useful production depth for a free mobile-first app. It includes a drum sampler, synthesizer, sampler, effects, MIDI sequencing, track sends, and third-party VST, Audio Unit, and AUv3 plug-in support on supported platforms. Ableton Link support adds a practical connection point for compatible music workflows. The product is a strong fit for accessible song creation, beatmaking, and electronic production, especially when saving and sharing across devices matter. Users who need a dedicated video workflow or cloud collaboration should choose a different product, while creators seeking portable multitrack music production should find Zenbeats a focused option.
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Zenbeats fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and compatible Chrome OS systems |
| Multitrack editing | Yes |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes |
| Third-party plugins | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Not verified |
| Video synchronization | Not verified |
| Cloud collaboration | Not verified |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 1 integrations: Ableton Link |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | roland.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Zenbeats integrations
Zenbeats lists 1 integrations on its own site.
- Ableton Link
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- Pro ToolsA broad workstation for studios spanning music production, audio post, and immersive mixing.9.4
- REAPERA flexible desktop DAW with broad audio and MIDI tools and a one-time license from $60.9.3
- Logic ProA broad audio and MIDI workstation for Apple-based producers and video composers.9.2
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