# Finale KeyPad — for Apple Mac and PC computers

> Use iPhone/iPad as a MIDI controller for Finale music composition software. (iPhone/iPad app by Remote Sunrise LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finale-keypad/id1528484855 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 52 App Store ratings · 39 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 23 more
- Released: 2020-08-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finale-keypad/id1528484855/reviews.md

## What is Finale KeyPad?

Use your iPhone or iPad to compose music in Finale on Mac. Why buy additional hardware that you have to carry around, when you can use this great app instead!

All you need to do is download the Mac Helper application and connect your Mac and iOS device to the same WiFi. Finale Pad will guide you through the simple setup process.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- Mac with macOS 10.10 or above, Windows 7 or above and Helper app installed;
- iPhone, iPad or iPod touch with iOS 10 or above;
- Shared wireless network connection between your computer and iOS device.

HELPER APP
Download helper app for Mac/Windows PC from https://cherpake.com/get

Ratings are like gold for indie developers like me, please give the app a quick rating on the App Store.

• Privacy policy can be found at https://www.cherpake.com/privacy
• Terms and Conditions can be found at https://www.cherpake.com/terms

## Key features

- Compose music in Finale on Mac
- Use iPhone or iPad as a controller
- Connects via WiFi
- Simple setup process
- No extra hardware needed

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Finale KeyPad Pro - 1 month | $0.49 | per month |
| Finale KeyPad Pro - 1 year | $1.99 | per year |
| Finale KeyPad - 1 month | $0.49 | per month |
| Finale KeyPad - 1 year | $2.00 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Finale KeyPad Pro - lifetime | $5.00 | one-time |
| Finale KeyPad - Lifetime | $5.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 39)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finale-keypad/id1528484855/reviews.md

### 5/5 — JSC

*2025-12-29*

JSC

### 1/5 — no sirve

*2025-11-29*

application cul,3ra no sirve solo gasté me dinero

### 1/5 — Come funziona?

*2025-04-08, version 2025.5*

Ho comprato questa app dal momento che ho finale su pc. Ma come funziona?

### 5/5 — التطبيق

*2024-11-21*

انصح به

### 5/5 — Sibelius in the airport

*2024-10-23*

Seems to hook up just fine. The pad is a little off sync. For example the notes start as quarter note on my computer and eighth note on app. No problems though, my need is for a pad separate from the computer so this works great.

### 1/5 — App Finale•Pad

*2024-09-27, version 2024.1*

Por qué no puedo instalar la aplicación a mi iPad

### 1/5 — Como se usa

*2024-09-15, version 2024.1*

Quiero escribir música y no se como se hace explícame por favor

### 5/5 — Ottima app

*2024-09-04, version 2024.1*

Ottima app ben sviluppata anche se ora finale ha smesso di esistere…

### 2/5 — When I hit the   sign it automatically switch to arrow page

*2024-07-27*

please fix it

### 5/5 — Lifetime

*2024-06-14*

It is possible to buy lifetime?

## Frequently asked questions about Finale KeyPad

### What does Finale KeyPad do?

Finale KeyPad allows you to use your iPhone or iPad as a music composition tool for Finale software on Mac and PC. It acts as a virtual input device, eliminating the need for additional hardware.

### How do I set up Finale KeyPad?

To set up Finale KeyPad, you need to download the Mac Helper application from https://cherpake.com/get and install it on your computer. Then, ensure your iOS device and computer are connected to the same WiFi network. The app will guide you through the simple connection process.

### What are the system requirements for Finale KeyPad?

You need a Mac with macOS 10.10 or above, or a Windows PC with Windows 7 or above, and the Helper app installed. Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch must have iOS 10 or above. A shared wireless network connection between your computer and iOS device is also required.

### Is Finale KeyPad free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it does include in-app purchases and advertisements. Specific features or advanced functionalities may require in-app purchases.

### Can I use this app with other music software besides Finale?

Based on the description, this application is specifically designed to compose music in Finale on Mac. It is not explicitly stated to be compatible with other music software.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.33 — 2026-07-16

* [FIX] Windows support
* [FIX] Update and modernize UI
* [NEW] Localizations

### 2026.30 — 2026-07-06

* [FIX] Windows support
* [FIX] Update and modernize UI
* [NEW] Localizations

### 2026.26 — 2026-07-01

* [FIX] Windows support
* [FIX] Update and modernize UI
* [NEW] Localizations

### 2026.13 — 2026-05-03

* [FIX] Windows support
* [FIX] Update and modernize UI
* [NEW] Localizations

### 2026.12 — 2026-04-22

* [FIX] Windows support
* [FIX] Update and modernize UI
* [NEW] Localizations

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All apps by Remote Sunrise LTD: https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610

## Related topics

[finale keypad](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/finale-keypad) · [finale](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/finale) · [finale music](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/finale-music)

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