Ableton Live Alternatives for iPad

Ableton Live is not available for iPad but there are plenty of alternatives with similar functionality. The best iPad alternative is FL Studio. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Caustic or GarageBand. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Ableton Live and 11 are available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPad alternatives to Ableton Live are PlayGround, Spire, Songtree and SkyTracks.io.

Ableton Live alternatives are mainly Music Production Apps but may also be Digital Audio Workstations or Audio Editors. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Ableton Live.

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FL Studio
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90 alternatives to FL Studio
FL Studio (originally known as FruityLoops) is a full-featured Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) offering a complete range of professional tools for everything from audio editing and beat creation to advanced arrangement, composition, mixing and mastering.
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FL Studio Features
1. Support for VST PluginsFL Studio support third-party Virtual Studio Technology (VST) plugins.
2. Live PerformanceListen to and adjust your music productions with FL Studio based on incoming audio in real time.
3. LightweightFL Studio consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
4. Works OfflineFL Studio can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Voice Recording
Piano Roll
Synth rack
Beat slicer
Visualize Music
MultiTouch
Context-aware help
FFMPEG support
Great Opus codec support
Scalable UI
FL Studio vs Ableton Live opinions
Most users think FL Studio is a great alternative to Ableton Live.
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Ease of use - wide range of VST and native instruments and effects. Been around a long time but constantly updating. Has a 'live' mode and traditional DAW operation.
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I have been using Ableton and Fl for a long time on PC and Mac's. With Android tablets being limited in power and functionality I would best advice Fl Moble. Its the most powerful and well functioning DAW on mobile devices so far.
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chipthrasher
It is also non-linear, has a very similar loop sequencing tool.
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Caustic
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53 alternatives to Caustic
Caustic is a music creation tool inspired by rack-mount synthesizers / samplers rigs. Everything is real-time and optimized for mobile devices.
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Caustic Features
1. Music SequencerRecord, edit, or play back music with Caustic, by handling note and performance information.
Beat bassline
Loops
Piano Roll
Plug-in support
Mix Music
Beat maker
MIDI Keyboard Input
Discontinued
The program is no longer updated. Last version, 3.2.0, released in February 2017, can be still downloaded from the official website.

Caustic vs Ableton Live opinions
Almost everyone thinks Caustic is a great alternative to Ableton Live.
GarageBand
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101 alternatives to GarageBand
Welcome to the school of rock. A Mac-sized practice space. Your own recording studio. If you want to learn to play an instrument, write music, or record a song, GarageBand can help — whether you’re a rookie or a rock star.
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GarageBand Features
1. Works OfflineGarageBand can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
2. Virtual InstrumentGarageBand uses mainy virtual instruments (piano, guitar, drums, bass, etc.).
3. Music SequencerRecord, edit, or play back music with GarageBand, by handling note and performance information.
Preset beats
Audio Samples
Piano Roll
Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
GarageBand vs Ableton Live opinions
Some users think GarageBand is a great alternative to Ableton Live, some don't.
PlayGround
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66 alternatives to PlayGround
Playground is a new way to experience the music of curated artists from around the globe.
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PlayGround Features
Mix Music
Music Library
Spire
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13 alternatives to Spire
Music Recording Studio.
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Touch-based
Optimized for Touch screen
Mix Music
MultiTrack
Songtree
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5 alternatives to Songtree
Want to make music with people from all over the world? Songtree is the app for collaborative music creation:
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Songtree Features
1. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in Songtree simultaneously.
Community-based
SkyTracks.io
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63 alternatives to SkyTracks.io
Web based production tool.
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SkyTracks.io Features
1. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in SkyTracks.io simultaneously.
Web-Based
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Auria
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42 alternatives to Auria
Auria is a mobile music production system designed from the ground up for the iPad. With professional-level features like AAF import/export, and optional third-party plug-in support from names like PSPaudioware, Overloud, Fab Filter and Drumagog, Auria clearly sets a new...
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RD4 Groovebox
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53 alternatives to RD4 Groovebox
Turn your phone or tablet into a musical instrument! RD4 - Groovebox is a music making app with virtual analog synthesizers, drum machines and effects. Compose and arrange your music in real-time. Choose instruments individually for the 4 channels.
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RD4 Groovebox Features
1. Music SequencerRecord, edit, or play back music with RD4 Groovebox, by handling note and performance information.
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Oscilab
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18 alternatives to Oscilab
Amazing groovebox that gives you an hypnotising music-making experience. It's an innovative step-sequencer and MIDI controller that lets you make unique loops and melodies. You don't have to be musical to get up and running - just randomly pinch and swipe away until...

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