8Dio vs Function Loops
8Dio
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Function Loops
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| Figure | 8Dio | Function Loops |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 8 |
| Spec score · Music Sample Libraries | 8.1 (#11) | 8.7 (#1) |
| AI restriction | The terms prohibit using 8Dio instruments, samples, or audio content to train, improve, or enhance AI systems. | The license prohibits using Function Loops content for AI training, machine learning, fine-tuning, datasets, voice cloning or generative music without written permission. |
| Audience | 8Dio offers educational discounts to qualifying full-time students or teachers majoring in a music program, subject to verification and program terms. | The company describes its products as intended for DJs, producers, musicians and beatmakers seeking sounds and production tools. |
| Commercial use | The license permits commercial and non-commercial use of sounds in finished content such as music, sound effects, post-production, performance, and broadcast. | The site says purchased sounds are royalty-free for commercial productions, while resale or redistribution of the sounds is prohibited. |
| Founded | 2011 | 2011 |
| Headquarters | 1907 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404, United States | The privacy policy identifies Israel as the company base. |
| Integrations | The All EDM Bundle includes Kontakt and Maschine versions plus WAV packs, and requires Kontakt Full Retail 5.8.1 or later and Maschine 2.0 or later. | The partner list names BandLab, Splice, Loopmasters, Loopcloud, LANDR, Google Play and other music distributors. |
| Support | The company page says support is available 24/7 through live chat and email ticketing, with a unique ticket number for each inquiry. | The contact page asks customers to allow up to five business days for a response. |
Plans
Function Loops
- Free sample packsFree
- Locations - Trap Kit$15.90, paid once
- Locations – Trap Kit$15.90, paid once
- Pop + House$17.90, paid once
- Platinum Pop Bundle$24.90, paid once
- Black Friday Master Collection$97, paid once
- EDM Premium Bundle 2026$197, paid once
- Pop Premium Bundle 2026$197, paid once
In their own words
Function Loops
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