# Koala Sampler

> The ultimate pocket sampler

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elf.koalasampler](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elf.koalasampler)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.elf.koalasampler`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** elf audio
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 144,522
- **Rating:** 4.84 / 5 (3,193 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-20
- **First published:** 2020-03-26
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 107 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.elf.koalasampler)
- **Website:** [https://www.koalasampler.com](https://www.koalasampler.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.elf-audio.com/koala/privacy.php](https://www.elf-audio.com/koala/privacy.php)

## Description

Koala Sampler is a pocket-sized studio that lets you record with your phone mic or load your own sounds. Create beats with those samples using the high‑resolution sequencer, apply 16 built‑in effects, and resample the output back into new samples. The interface is fast and intuitive, designed to keep you in the flow and focused on making music. 

Record up to 64 samples, AI-assisted separation into drums, bass, vocals, and more, MIDI control, Ableton Link for jam sessions, and export of loops or full tracks as WAV. Import your own samples, play chromatically or in scales with keyboard mode, and mix with punchy effects and tweaks.

## Rankings

- #186,363 — Overall
- #132 — Music and audio (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.elf.koalasampler.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Koala Sampler for Android is repeatedly praised for its intuitive, deep workflow and its powerhouse, pocket-DAW capabilities. Reviewers emphasize its versatility, strong value for money, and active, responsive support from the developer, along with solid hardware and MIDI integration. The main recurring drawback is occasional audio glitches and performance issues that affect some users. Despite these, many users view it as a top-tier mobile sampler that rivals desktop tools and hardware, especially given its ongoing updates and community engagement.

### Pros

- Intuitive, user-friendly workflow that stays deep and capable.
- Extremely versatile and powerful — a full-featured sampler/ Sequencer that feels like a pocket DAW.
- Excellent value for money with frequent updates and responsive development.
- Strong developer support and active engagement from Marek and the team.
- Great hardware/MIDI integration (MIDI-out, USB keyboard compatibility) and external gear support.

### Cons

- Occasional audio glitches and performance issues reported by multiple reviews (e.g., slow/distorted playback and general instability).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elf.koalasampler)