Loopmasters vs. LANDR: Which Sample Library Is Better?

Loopmasters is the digital equivalent of a massive record store, offering a deep catalog of royalty-free sample packs for producers who love to dig. LANDR, on the other hand, is an all-in-one production suite, bundling samples with AI mastering and distribution for creators who want everything under one roof. Both promise a world of sound, but which one actually fits into a real workflow?

In this article, we'll break down how these two heavyweights stack up. We're comparing their sample libraries, core features, and pricing models to help you figure out which platform will serve your process best.

Of course, we think there's a third way. At Output, we focus on integrating sound discovery directly into your creative process. With a playable sample engine like Arcade and AI-powered suggestions from Co-Producer, our tools are built to keep you in the flow, not browsing folders.

A Quick Overview on Loopmasters and LANDR

What is Loopmasters?

Loopmasters functions as a massive digital storefront for royalty-free sample packs, loops, and synth presets spanning countless genres. Producers typically buy sounds in discrete packs, but the company also offers Loopcloud—a subscription-based browser for pulling individual samples directly into a project.

What is LANDR?

LANDR positions itself as a complete toolkit for the entire music-making lifecycle, from production to release. The platform bundles AI-powered mastering, distribution to streaming services, and a large sample library into a single subscription. Its core idea is to give you every tool you might need in one place, so you can handle mastering and distribution without leaving their ecosystem.

Features of Loopmasters and LANDR

Loopmasters Features

Loopmasters centers its platform on a few core functions designed for producers who need specific sounds on demand.

• A massive, genre-spanning library of sample packs from a wide range of producers and labels.

• All samples are organized and labeled by key and tempo, so you can drop them into a project without a ton of guesswork.

• Broad format compatibility ensures the sounds work with most major DAWs and samplers, including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and Kontakt.

• Dedicated collections of synth presets and sound design libraries for film, games, and experimental production.

• Its integration with Loopcloud, a cloud-based browser, lets you audition and pull individual samples directly into your DAW instead of committing to a full pack.

LANDR Features

LANDR’s approach is to bundle a suite of tools into one subscription, covering the process from sound sourcing to final release.

• AI-powered mastering available as a web tool, a mobile app, or a plugin that integrates directly into your DAW.

• Distribution services to over 150 streaming platforms, where your music remains online even if you cancel your subscription.

• A library of over 3 million royalty-free samples, with an annual allowance included in the subscription.

• Access to a curated collection of over 40 effects and instrument plugins from various developers.

• Built-in tools for remote collaboration, including high-definition audio streaming from your DAW and a network for hiring other professionals.

Why Choose One Over The Other?

• Consider Loopmasters if you're a sound-focused producer who prefers to own your samples outright. Its pay-per-pack model lets you build a curated library from a massive, specialized catalog, rather than being tied to a subscription that limits your annual downloads. It's for producers who want to dig deep for specific textures and loops.

• Try LANDR if your priority is a streamlined workflow from production to release. It bundles samples, AI mastering, and distribution into a single subscription, which is a stark contrast to Loopmasters' à la carte approach. This is for the producer who wants to finish and ship tracks without juggling multiple platforms.

Output: A Better Alternative to Loopmasters And LANDR

While Loopmasters offers a massive storefront and LANDR provides an all-in-one release pipeline, we believe the best tools are the ones that disappear into your workflow. At Output, we build instruments and effects designed to keep you in a state of play, turning sound discovery from a chore into part of the composition itself.

What is Output?

We build a focused ecosystem of software and gear that helps you get to your best ideas faster. Here’s what sets our approach apart:

• A Playable Sample Engine: Instead of static folders of sounds, Arcade is a playable instrument. It syncs to your session's key and tempo, letting you perform loops and samples on a keyboard, with a library that gets fresh sounds daily.

• AI That Actually Helps: Co-Producer listens to your project and suggests fitting sounds from our library. You can even use natural language to ask for what you need, like "a gritty bassline in F minor," moving you past endless browsing.

• Effects That Shape Sound: Our FX plugins—like the granular textures of Portal, the layered distortion in Thermal, or the rhythmic modulations of Movement—are built for sound design, not just mixing. They're tools for transforming audio at a fundamental level.

• High-Concept Instruments: Our Kontakt instruments, from the vocal engine in Exhale to our reverse-based engine in Rev, are built around a strong sonic point of view. They provide a starting point that's already full of character.

• A Tightly Integrated System: All our software is designed to work together. The Output One subscription bundles our key tools into a single, cohesive environment, so you're always just a click away from the right sound or effect.

• A Complete Studio Environment: We even think about the physical space you work in, offering ergonomic studio furniture that combines function with a clean aesthetic.

Ultimately, the choice isn't just about where you get your sounds, but how you interact with them. Loopmasters is for digging, and LANDR is for finishing. Output is for playing. We build tools that feel less like software and more like extensions of your instrument, designed to surface ideas you wouldn't have found otherwise.

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Pricing of Loopmasters vs LANDR

Loopmasters Pricing

Loopmasters’ subscription service, Loopcloud, operates on a points-based system. You pay a fee for a monthly or yearly allowance of points, which you then spend to download sounds from their library. You get to keep any sounds you download.

They offer three main tiers, available monthly:

• Artist: $7.99 per month for 100 points and 5 GB of storage.

• Studio: $11.99 per month for 300 points and 50 GB of storage.

• Professional: $21.99 per month for 600 points and 250 GB of storage.

If you commit to a year, the effective monthly cost is lower, and they include a bundle of ten plugins. All plans give you access to the same 4 million sounds; the tiers just set your download budget and cloud storage space. You can also test the waters with a 14-day free trial.

LANDR Pricing

LANDR takes a different route, bundling its services into monthly or yearly subscriptions. Their main offering is the all-in-one LANDR Studio plan, which comes in three flavors based on what you need for mastering and samples.

• Essentials: For $8.25 per month, you get unlimited MP3 mastering, 3 WAV masters, and 100 sample credits.

• Standard: At $11.99 per month, this tier bumps your monthly sample credits up to 150.

• Pro: For $24.99 per month, you unlock unlimited WAV mastering and get 200 sample credits.

All Studio plans include unlimited distribution and access to a collection of plugins. If you don't need the samples or mastering, they also have a separate set of distribution-only plans for getting your music onto streaming platforms.

• Basic: $2.99 per month for unlimited releases and 100% of your royalties.

• Pro: $4.99 per month adds priority support and better analytics to the package.

Output Pricing

We keep our pricing straightforward so you can spend less time crunching numbers and more time making music. Our goal is to give you access to our entire ecosystem without the headache of points or complicated tiers.

The best way to get our tools is with the Output One subscription. For $14.99 per month or $119.99 per year, you get our complete software suite: Arcade, Co-Producer, and all our flagship effects plugins like Portal, Thermal, and Movement.

If you prefer to go à la carte, you can subscribe to Arcade on its own for $12.99 per month or Co-Producer for $9.99 per month. For those who prefer to own their tools, our FX plugins and Kontakt instruments are also available as one-time purchases.

You can try Arcade completely free for 7 days to see how it fits into your workflow. If you like it, current Arcade users also get a 60-day trial of Co-Producer.

Loopmasters, LANDR, or Output: Which is The Best Sample Library for You?

Choosing between a massive storefront like Loopmasters and an all-in-one pipeline like LANDR really just comes down to your process. We built Output for producers who want to stay in a state of play, with tools that feel more like instruments than apps. If that sounds like your speed, you can try our tools for free and see how they fit into your workflow.

Happy creating!