Loopcloud vs Looperman: Which Sample Service Won't Wreck Your Workflow?

Loopcloud offers a polished, subscription-based library with deep DAW integration, while Looperman provides a free, community-driven trove of user-uploaded sounds. But which one actually helps you finish a track without killing the vibe?

We’re putting them head-to-head, comparing their libraries, features, and pricing to see which platform best solves the problems producers face every day.

But before you commit, consider a third path. For those who value a tightly integrated ecosystem, Output’s suite—from the constantly evolving library in Arcade to the AI-powered suggestions of Co-Producer—offers a workflow built for speed and discovery.

A Quick Overview on Loopcloud and Looperman

What is Loopcloud?

Loopcloud is a subscription service built around a massive library of royalty-free sounds. Its main draw is the deep DAW integration, letting you audition loops in time and key with your project before committing. The platform also helps organize your own sample collection with auto-tagging, so you spend less time digging through folders.

What is Looperman?

Looperman is a community-run resource where musicians upload and download free loops, acapellas, and even software plugins. It’s a massive, unfiltered library of user-generated sounds that grows daily. Just be prepared to sift through it all and double-check the non-commercial usage rights on most files.

Features of Loopcloud and Looperman

Loopcloud Features

Loopcloud packs a few key functions designed to speed up the sample-hunting process.

• DAW Integration: It syncs with your project, letting you audition any sample from its library in the correct time and key before you download it.
• Sample Organization: The platform automatically tags and organizes your entire sample collection, including sounds you’ve gathered from other providers, putting everything in one searchable location.
• Real-Time Editing: You can make pitch adjustments and add effects to samples before dragging them directly into your DAW session.
• Expansive Library: It provides access to a library of over four million royalty-free sounds, with thousands of new ones added weekly.
• Plugin Suite: An annual subscription includes a bundle of third-party plugins from companies like Native Instruments, iZotope, and UJAM.

Looperman Features

Looperman operates on a different model, focusing on a user-generated ecosystem.

• Community-Sourced Library: It offers a large collection of loops, samples, and acapellas uploaded directly by other users, with new sounds added daily.
• Free Access: The entire library is free to access and download, though you’ll need to register an account to grab files.
• Direct User Feedback: Since the platform is community-driven, you can get direct feedback on your tracks and connect with other producers, a feature not common on sample platforms.
• Free Software & Plugins: Beyond samples, the site hosts a section for free VST, AU, and AAX plugins submitted by the community.
• Detailed Filtering: Sounds are tagged with BPM, key, and genre, which helps narrow down the search in its massive, unfiltered library.

Why Choose One Over The Other?

• You might lean towards Loopcloud if your workflow demands speed and guaranteed quality. Its tight DAW integration and curated, royalty-free library remove the guesswork, unlike Looperman where you'll spend time sifting through user uploads and chasing down commercial licenses.

• Exploring Looperman makes sense if you're operating on a zero budget or hunting for raw, unfiltered sounds. You trade the polished integration of Loopcloud for a massive, free-for-all library and a community forum, but be prepared for the extra legwork on quality control and usage rights.

Output: A Better Alternative to Loopcloud And Looperman

While Loopcloud and Looperman solve the "where do I find sounds?" problem, they don't address the entire creative process. We built Output to be more than a library; it's an integrated suite of tools designed to get you from a blank session to a finished idea without breaking your flow. It’s less about finding a single sound and more about discovering a new direction.

What is Output?

Here’s a look at what we bring to the table:

• A playable sample engine, Arcade, that delivers a constantly growing library of sounds directly inside a plugin. It’s not just a folder of loops; it’s an instrument.
• An AI partner, Co-Producer, that listens to your track and suggests fitting sounds. You can even ask it for "a gritty bassline in F minor" and get instant results.
• A suite of FX plugins like Portal for granular textures, Thermal for complex distortion, and Movement for rhythmic modulation. These aren't just utilities; they're sound-shaping powerhouses.
• A collection of deep-sampled Kontakt instruments, including the iconic vocal engine Exhale, built for specific sonic tasks that generic libraries can't handle.
• A fully integrated system where everything works together. Co-Producer finds sounds for Arcade, which you can then mangle with Portal, all within your DAW.

So, while Loopcloud offers convenience and Looperman provides quantity, we focus on cohesion. If you're tired of juggling different services and want a single environment that anticipates your next move and pushes your sound forward, that's where we fit in. It's about building a workflow that feels less like searching and more like creating.

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Pricing of Loopcloud vs Looperman

Loopcloud Pricing

Loopcloud operates on a subscription model with three tiers: Artist, Studio, and Professional. You can pay monthly or annually. Monthly, the plans run about $8, $12, and $22, respectively. If you commit to a year, the price drops, and they throw in a bundle of third-party plugins to sweeten the pot.

The main difference between the plans isn't the library—everyone gets access to the same four million sounds. It's how many "points" you get each month to download them. The Artist plan gives you 100 points, Studio provides 300, and Professional nets you 600. Your cloud storage for your own samples also increases with each tier.

They offer a 14-day free trial on the monthly plans, which comes with a small batch of points so you can test the workflow before committing.

Looperman Pricing

Looperman keeps its pricing simple: there isn't any. The platform is free to use. You won't find any subscription tiers, monthly points, or annual plans. You just create an account and get access to the user-uploaded library.

The trade-off for a zero-cost model is that you have to be diligent about licensing. While loops are generally cleared for commercial use, acapellas are a different story and often restricted to personal, non-commercial projects unless the uploader specifies otherwise. It puts the burden on you to check the fine print for every single file.

Output Pricing

We keep our pricing straightforward. Our main offering is Output One, a single subscription that bundles our entire software suite for $14.99 a month, with a discount if you pay annually. That gets you Arcade, Co-Producer, and all our FX plugins—Portal, Thermal, and Movement. If you don't need the whole ecosystem, you can subscribe to our tools individually. For producers who prefer to own their software, our FX and Kontakt instruments are also sold as one-time purchases.

The best way to know if a tool works for you is to use it. That’s why you can take Arcade for a spin with a 7-day free trial. Test it in your own sessions, with your own projects, and see how it feels. No pressure.

Loopcloud, Looperman, or Output: Which is The Best Sample Library for You?

Whether you go with Loopcloud for its slick integration or Looperman for its sprawling free library, you'll find good sounds. But if your goal is to spend less time searching and more time building, our ecosystem is designed to connect the dots from a blank slate to a finished track. See how it all works together and try our tools for free.

Happy creating!