GarageBand

Make great music anywhere

Free

GarageBand turns your iPad and iPhone into a collection of Touch Instruments and a fully featured recording studio — so you can make music anywhere you go. And with Live Loops, it makes it easy for anyone to have fun creating music like a DJ. Use Multi-Touch gestures to play keyboards and guitars, and create beats that make you sound like a pro — even if you’ve never played a note before. Plug in a guitar or bass and play through classic amps and stompbox effects. Use a Touch Instrument, microphone or guitar to instantly record a performance, with support for up to 32 tracks. Use the Sound Library to download additional free instruments, loops and sound packs created by some of the biggest producers in the world. And then share your song with friends and family. Live Loops. Make music like a DJ • Use Multi-Touch to tap and trigger a Live Loop cell or group of cells • Get started with templates or build your own grid from scratch with Apple Loops • Create custom loops by recording directly into a cell using any Touch Instrument • Use Remix FX to perform DJ-style effects • Tap record to capture your performance Play your iPad and iPhone like a musical instrument • Play a variety of musical instruments on the innovative Multi-Touch keyboard • Play and record using the Alchemy Touch Instrument • Build grooves inspired by classic electronic drum machines with the Beat Sequencer • Download free instruments, loops and sound packs for GarageBand with the Sound Library • Capture any sound and apply studio-class effects • Recreate legendary guitar or bass rigs using virtual amps and stompboxes • Record performances from third-party music apps directly into GarageBand using Audio Unit Extensions* Drummer • Add virtual session drummers to your song who take direction and play realistic grooves • Choose from acoustic, electronic drummers and percussionists** • Each character provides their own sound and the ability to create over a million realistic grooves and fills Sound like a virtuoso with Smart Instruments • Play an entire string orchestra using Smart Strings • Perform with Chord Strips and autoplay using any keyboard instrument • Groove with a variety of Smart Basses using upright, electric and synth sounds • Strum chords or trigger autoplay patterns on an acoustic and electric Smart Guitar Create a song anywhere you go • Record, arrange and mix your song with up to 32 tracks using Touch Instruments, audio recordings and loops*** • Record multiple times over any song section and choose your favourite using Multi-Take Recording • Use professional mixing effects, including Visual EQ, Bitcrusher and Overdrive • Recording, mixing and exporting a song can be done at 24-bit audio resolution • Trim and place musical regions exactly where you want them to play • Automate the volume and record the movement of controls on Touch Instruments • Add comments or lyric ideas to your song with an integrated notepad Share your songs • Keep your songs up to date across all devices using iCloud Drive • Create custom ringtones and alerts for your iPad or iPhone • Share your songs using email or to social media sites like SoundCloud**** • Remotely add new tracks to your Logic Pro project from your iPhone or iPad via iCloud * Requires compatible third-party Audio Unit Extensions apps from the App Store. ** Requires free download from GarageBand Sound Library. *** Multitrack recording requires a compatible third-party audio interface. **** Sharing to some social media sites may require apps like iMovie, Clips or other third-party apps

Ratings & Reviews

  • 4.0
    out of 5
    3.2k Ratings

  • great , but lil boooring
    clawdeena456фло

    hey :3 im so happy that you are reading my review!!! Apple, i use ur company for like 7 years rn. i have an Apple Watch, an iPad, an iPhone and AirPods. but like the quality of the apps are never improving with ios whatever. GarageBand always freezes ( like wth ). currently im using iPhone 12 Pro and iPad 8th generation ( i got both of them like a year ago only :/ )just fix it, it doesn’t take lots of time wt hell.

    great , but lil boooring

    clawdeena456фло

    hey :3 im so happy that you are reading my review!!! Apple, i use ur company for like 7 years rn. i have an Apple Watch, an iPad, an iPhone and AirPods. but like the quality of the apps are never improving with ios whatever. GarageBand always freezes ( like wth ). currently im using iPhone 12 Pro and iPad 8th generation ( i got both of them like a year ago only :/ )just fix it, it doesn’t take lots of time wt hell.

  • amazing app, the worst bug
    imaΣ `—`

    also, the app crashed when i loaded my songafter it crashed, i literally have the percussion drummers pack, and the song has that one, but when i load the song after crashing it, it says that there is a ‘missing sound’ in it. WHY IS THIS?! i tried reinstalling the pack but it still doesnt work. please fix this man, i’ve been working on this song and its my hard work 🙏🙏🥺this is from the same person I actually mentioned having different instruments :)

    amazing app, the worst bug

    imaΣ `—`

    also, the app crashed when i loaded my songafter it crashed, i literally have the percussion drummers pack, and the song has that one, but when i load the song after crashing it, it says that there is a ‘missing sound’ in it. WHY IS THIS?! i tried reinstalling the pack but it still doesnt work. please fix this man, i’ve been working on this song and its my hard work 🙏🙏🥺this is from the same person I actually mentioned having different instruments :)

  • Bugs in general
    125_app

    I have been using GarageBand for 8 years now, and it’s amazing. There is a bug where the Beat sequencer and drum kit Live Loops (NOT the yellow drummer loops) are not in sync with any other loop. The SIL (software instrument loops) are working fine and still sync with the audio loops. I also need a way to send feedback and to suggest a feature within the app. All things said, this is a great app! And if you load “Reverse Engineering” and play too many notes too fast, it lets out an ear piercing screech and noise.

    Bugs in general

    125_app

    I have been using GarageBand for 8 years now, and it’s amazing. There is a bug where the Beat sequencer and drum kit Live Loops (NOT the yellow drummer loops) are not in sync with any other loop. The SIL (software instrument loops) are working fine and still sync with the audio loops. I also need a way to send feedback and to suggest a feature within the app. All things said, this is a great app! And if you load “Reverse Engineering” and play too many notes too fast, it lets out an ear piercing screech and noise.

  • ‼️‼️ SOLUTION ON HOW TO RE DOWNLOAD GARAGEBAND !!!
    Agry mom

    I deleted GarageBand thinking I don’t need it anymore but now I need it, and it won’t download back, it takes so LONG, so what I did is instead using my wifi, I know wifi isn’t the problem cause I tried downloading it in all types of WiFi’s I got and it won’t work, I turned off my WiFi and used my cellar data, it works faster for me and I can finally get the app back but Apple please fix this since I don’t think this is a WiFi problem since I have read other reviews, and they got the same problem, Apple do better.

    ‼️‼️ SOLUTION ON HOW TO RE DOWNLOAD GARAGEBAND !!!

    Agry mom

    I deleted GarageBand thinking I don’t need it anymore but now I need it, and it won’t download back, it takes so LONG, so what I did is instead using my wifi, I know wifi isn’t the problem cause I tried downloading it in all types of WiFi’s I got and it won’t work, I turned off my WiFi and used my cellar data, it works faster for me and I can finally get the app back but Apple please fix this since I don’t think this is a WiFi problem since I have read other reviews, and they got the same problem, Apple do better.

Version History

  • This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.19

  • This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.18

  • This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.17

  • This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.16

  • This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.15

  • This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.14

  • • New downloadable “Beat Tape” sound pack with a collection of over 200 new hip-hop loops and 5 drum kits • Provides performance and stability improvements

    2.3.13

  • • Stability improvements and bug fixes • Contains multiple enhancements to Accessibility

    2.3.12

  • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.11

  • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.10

  • • New audio recordings can be quickly started from the Home screen by touching and holding the GarageBand app icon • Maximum song length at default tempo has been increased from 23 to 72 minutes • The ruler now offers an option to switch from musical bars and beats to minutes and seconds • New downloadable "Keyboard Collection" sound pack includes over 150 keyboard loops and 50 instrument patches like pianos, organs, and electric pianos

    2.3.9

  • • Support for Dark Mode and new Share sheet in iOS 13 • Access files from external hard drives, SD card readers, and USB drives • Improves audio fidelity of Apple Loops when making tempo and key changes • New downloadable “Skyline Heat” sound pack with a collection of over 350 new Hip Hop loops and 6 drum kits • Search for Apple Loops by Sound Library pack name • Provides performance and stability improvements

    2.3.8

  • • Supports keyboard commands when using a Smart Keyboard or Bluetooth keyboard • Adds the Wah stompbox pedal and Face Control to Smart Guitar • Provides stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.7

  • • Includes a collection of Touch Instrument and Drummer Apple Loops, which allow you to continue shaping their sound and performance after adding them to your project • Supports import and playback of MIDI files • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.6

  • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes.

    2.3.5

  • • Adds support for Schoolwork including Handouts, app activities, and the ability for students to submit completed assignments as a GarageBand project • Allows you to view note labels on any Touch Instrument's music keyboard • Provides stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.3.4

  • • New downloadable “Toy Box” sound pack with free educational sound effects, including animals, vehicles, and counting to ten in different languages • Use facial expressions and the TrueDepth camera for hands-free control over musical effects like guitar wah and synth parameters* • Adds Modern Wah guitar stompbox effect • Provides stability improvements and bug fixes * Requires iPhone X. GarageBand uses ARKit face tracking features to translate your facial expressions into instrument effect controls. Your face information is processed on device, and only music is captured during your performance.

    2.3.3

  • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes.

    2.3.2

  • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes. Introduced in Version 2.3 • Updated for Super Retina display on iPhone X • Use the new Sound Library to download additional free instruments, loops and sound packs • Adds 3 Drummers who play percussion in the styles of Pop, Songwriter, and Latin* • Play and record using traditional instruments from China and Japan, including the Guzheng, Koto and Taiko drums* • Build grooves inspired by classic electronic drum machines with the Beat Sequencer • Support for expanded sharing and storage options with the Files app in iOS 11 • Enables a larger Audio Unit Extensions view for compatible third-party instruments and effects • Recording, mixing and exporting a song can be done at 24-bit audio resolution • Includes iMessage sticker pack that adds GarageBand instrument icons • Provides stability improvements and bug fixes * Requires free download from GarageBand Sound Library

    2.3.1

  • • Updated for Super Retina display on iPhone X • Use the new Sound Library to download additional free instruments, loops and sound packs • Adds 3 Drummers who play percussion in the styles of Pop, Songwriter, and Latin* • Play and record using traditional instruments from China and Japan, including the Guzheng, Koto and Taiko drums* • Build grooves inspired by classic electronic drum machines with the Beat Sequencer • Support for expanded sharing and storage options with the Files app in iOS 11 • Enables a larger Audio Unit Extensions view for compatible third-party instruments and effects • Recording, mixing and exporting a song can be done at 24-bit audio resolution • Includes iMessage sticker pack that adds GarageBand instrument icons • Provides stability improvements and bug fixes * Requires free download from GarageBand Sound Library

    2.3

  • This update contains stability improvements and bug fixes.

    2.2.2

  • • Stability improvements and bug fixes Introduced in Version 2.2 • Play and record using the new Alchemy Touch Instrument with over 150 synth patches* • Quickly find Touch Instruments and patches with a redesigned sound browser • Capture your voice or instrument and apply studio-class effects like pitch correction, distortion and delay with the new Audio Recorder • Use new mixing effects, including Visual EQ, Bitcrusher, and Overdrive • Add third-party effects using Audio Unit Extensions** • Record multiple times over any song section and choose your favorite using Multi-Take Recording • Perform with Chord Strips from any keyboard instrument • Add comments or lyric ideas to your song with an integrated notepad • Remotely add new tracks to your Logic Pro X project from your iPhone or iPad via iCloud • Stability improvements and bug fixes * The Alchemy synth is available on iPhone 6 or later, iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, and iPad mini 4. ** Requires compatible third-party Audio Unit Extension instruments apps from the App Store.

    2.2.1

  • • Play and record using the new Alchemy Touch Instrument with over 150 synth patches* • Quickly find Touch Instruments and patches with a redesigned sound browser • Capture your voice or instrument and apply studio-class effects like pitch correction, distortion and delay with the new Audio Recorder • Use new mixing effects, including Visual EQ, Bitcrusher, and Overdrive • Add third-party effects using Audio Unit Extensions** • Record multiple times over any song section and choose your favorite using Multi-Take Recording • Perform with Chord Strips from any keyboard instrument • Add comments or lyric ideas to your song with an integrated notepad • Remotely add new tracks to your Logic Pro X project from your iPhone or iPad via iCloud • Stability improvements and bug fixes * The Alchemy synth is available on iPhone 6 or later, iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, and iPad mini 4. ** Requires compatible third-party Audio Unit Extension instruments apps from the App Store.

    2.2

  • • Stability improvements and bug fixes

    2.1.2

  • • Quickly navigate long lists of Apple Loops using a new alphabetical sidebar • Use Multi-Touch to select multiple regions simultaneously in the Tracks area • Send songs as an audio file using AirDrop • Share GarageBand songs via Mail as uncompressed audio • Apply your own custom images to songs shared to YouTube and Facebook • Support for Shared iPad in iOS 9.3

    2.1.1

This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

Version 2.3.19

App Privacy

    The developer, Apple, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

    Learn how the developer lets you manage your privacy choices .

    To help you better understand the developer’s responses, see Privacy Definitions and Examples .

    Privacy practices may vary based, for example, on the features you use or your age. Learn More

    Data Linked to You

    The following data, which may be collected and linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:

      Product Personalisation

    • Identifiers
      • Device ID

      • App Functionality

    • User Content
      • Audio Data
    • Identifiers
      • Device ID

    The developer, Apple, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

    • Data Linked to You

      The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:

      • User Content
      • Identifiers

    Privacy practices may vary based, for example, on the features you use or your age. Learn More

    Accessibility

    The developer, Apple, indicated that this app supports the following accessibility features to help make common tasks in the app faster and easier to complete. Learn More

    • VoiceOver

      Navigate and explore the app using gestures, braille and speech output.

    • Voice Control

      Navigate and interact with the app using your voice to tap, swipe, type and more.

    • Dark Interface

      Apply a dark colour scheme to the screens, menus and controls to reduce eye strain.

    • Differentiate Without Colour Alone

      Use shapes or text, in addition to or instead of colour, to distinguish key information.

    • Captions

      Display the dialogue and relevant sounds of video or audio-only content with text, usually time-synchronised.

    The developer indicated that this app supports the following accessibility features. Learn More

    • Supported Features

      • VoiceOver

      • Voice Control

      • Dark Interface

      • Differentiate Without Colour Alone

      • Captions

    Information

    Provider
    • Apple Distribution International
    Size
    • 1.9 GB
    Category
    • Music
    Compatibility
    Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
    • iPad
      Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later.
    Languages
    English and 32 more
    • English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian Bokmål, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
    Age Rating
    4+
    • 4+
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    • Contains
      Messaging and Chat
      User-Generated Content
    Copyright
    • Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
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