# FracPad III — Now AxeFx® III compatible ! > Remote control and preset management for Fractal Audio Axe-Fx guitar processors. (iPhone/iPad app by Granvaud Alexandre.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fracpad-iii/id1436855580 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Granvaud Alexandre](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154402235) - Category: Utilities, Music - Price: $9.99 (on sale, was $44.99) - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 60 MB - Released: 2018-10-17 - Data updated: 2026-08-29 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fracpad-iii/id1436855580/reviews.md ## What is FracPad III? Control your AxeFx® II/XL/XL+/III, FM3/FM9 or AX8/FX8®. Modify your presets layout, name and blocks settings, load or save presets, and many more functions ! • For AxeFx II/XL/XL+ control you will need a 3rd party MIDI interface. • For AX8/FX8, direct USB connection is needed as the AX8/FX8 does not support MIDI port sysex anymore ! • For AxeFx III/FM9 control, a USB connection (with Apple's USB camera adapter) is highly recommended. However, a bluetooth connection with Yamaha MD-BT01 can work, but is not officially supported. • AxeFx generation 1 are not supported. A full description of the connection options is available here : https://wiki.fractalaudio.com/axefx2/index.php?title=FracPad ## Key features - Remote control for Axe-Fx processors - Preset layout modification - Block settings adjustment - Load and save presets - Supports multiple Axe-Fx models - MIDI and USB connection options ## Recent user reviews (10 of 18) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fracpad-iii/id1436855580/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Works well *2025-10-07* Just got a new FM9 MKII and don’t want to lug a laptop around—this works in a similar way to FM9-Edit, but I can use my iPad Pro. Worth it! ### 5/5 — Indispensable *2025-08-08* Application vite devenue indispensable pour piloter mon AX8 depuis mon iPad. Je mets bien sûr 5 étoiles. Il ne manque que, quand on est dans un preset, pouvoir affecter des effets et/ou scènes aux footswitches ! ### 4/5 — Crashes every 15 seconds and when selecting many options *2023-11-04* It's a fantastic concept and I wanted to really like it. The app crashes constantly when using the functions that do work and many don't even work. The app is just unusable on my FM3. I just got a FM9 and it's much more stable and usable IRL. ### 3/5 — Unfortunately, no voice over support *2023-08-04* I realize that for the programmers, it takes extra effort to make the app voiceover accessible, but, it simply means that this app isn’t accessible to me or other people with vision problems. Thanks. ### 4/5 — Usb trouble from iphone13 *2023-07-03* Software works as advertised. Or did work. Same phone, usb cable, and Axe-fx3. My iPhone now shows no connection to axe-fx. Frac Pad 3 shows no connection. Before I tried using Frac-pad the last time, I was able to play Apple Music from my iphone13 through the USB to the Axe3. That no longer works. Frac Pad shows the connection screen/no connection/and the spinning yellow circle. Two other iPhones in the house can still plug into the usb cable and play music. Has Frac Pad affected a USB setting somehow? Again, this only happened after opening Frac Pad recently with my phone connected to the Axe3. Thank you ### 1/5 — Crashes every 15 seconds and when selecting many options *2023-06-18* It's a fantastic concept and I wanted to really like it. The app crashes constantly when using the functions that do work and many don't even work. The app is just unusable. ### 1/5 — No Use On Bluetooth *2023-04-30* Won’t connect with MD BT 01. When it does it drops the connection. It advises you to use USB, so it’s a known problem that’s unsolved. Totally unreliable. Wasted money in getting the BT adaptor. ### 2/5 — Rather use AxeEdit, but Fractal should hire you. *2022-10-19* I wanted to like this, but it doesn’t work as you’d expect on some things as simple as turning knobs, and things are buggy. That said, I think Fractal should really be bringing this dude onto the team and officially supporting this. ### 1/5 — iPad Pro (4th generation) with USB Type C does not work. *2021-05-18* iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (4th generation) with USB Type C does not work. A waste of money using the lates technology. Would like my money back. Link to wiki does not work to verify product compatibility. Nothing says not compatible with USB -Type C. ### 1/5 — It does not work properly *2021-02-13* 1. “Cab” issue. In the app I can not see the proper list of Cab options. So that I can not work with “Cab” function which is the critical feature of AX8. If there is a solution to fix this problem, please let me know otherwise I won’t use this app and you should refund for it because it is critical issue as I mentioned above. 2. Errors occur too often. When I make change things of the effectors or something they are not applied and it is frozen sometimes so I have to reboot the AX8 at least once or more while using. 3. Knob touch issue. Horizontal controller is okay but others(vertical and circle) are frustrating. They are found so far. I don’t know what is more... ## Frequently asked questions about FracPad III ### What Fractal Audio devices does FracPad III support? FracPad III supports control for AxeFx II/XL/XL+, FM3/FM9, and AX8/FX8. AxeFx generation 1 devices are not supported. ### How do I connect FracPad III to my Axe-Fx device? Connection methods vary by device. AxeFx II/XL/XL+ require a 3rd party MIDI interface. AX8/FX8 need a direct USB connection. AxeFx III/FM9 control is recommended via USB, with Bluetooth as an unsupported alternative. ### Is FracPad III compatible with iOS devices? Yes, FracPad III is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was last updated on January 27, 2026, indicating ongoing support. ### What is the price of FracPad III? FracPad III is a paid application, with a price of $44.99. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements. ### Does FracPad III have ads? No, FracPad III is ad-free. As a paid application, it does not contain advertisements. ### When was FracPad III last updated? The latest version of FracPad III was released on January 27, 2026. This indicates recent development and maintenance. ### What age rating does FracPad III have? FracPad III has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### Can I manage my presets with FracPad III? Yes, FracPad III allows you to modify preset layouts, name presets, and load or save them. It provides comprehensive preset management for compatible Fractal Audio devices. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.54 — 2026-01-27 Support for latest firmwares ### 3.53 — 2025-07-29 Supports AxeFx III firmware 29.00, FM9 firmware 9.02 and FM3 firmware 10.00 ### 3.52 — 2024-09-09 - Supports AxeFx® III 27.00b7 firmware - Supports FM9® 8.00 firmware - Supports FM3® 9.00 firmware ### 3.51 — 2024-04-17 - Fixes Amp block parameters names : They're now longer and reflect more the ones used on the fasDevice/AxeEdit - Fixes MultiDelay block parameters not shown on specific MultiDelay types. Now all parameters are always shown. Some may not act on specific MultiDelay types though - Supports AxeFx III firmware 25.00 - Supports FM9 firmware 7.00 - Supports FM3 firmware 8.00b1 ### 3.50 — 2023-11-14 - AxeFx III 23.00 support - FM9 5.01 support - FM3 7.00 support ## Apps similar to FracPad III | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [AirTurn Manager](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airturn-manager/id945406391) | 4.2 (1,289) | Free | Utilities | | [SincoOTA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sincoota/id6505131053) | 2.8 (4) | Free | Utilities | | [Mixing Station](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixing-station/id1438352631) | 4.5 (601) | Free | Utilities | | [AIRSTEP TX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airstep-tx/id6746193780) | 5.0 (5) | Free | Utilities | | [Morningstar MIDI Editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morningstar-midi-editor/id1603436078) | 3.8 (16) | Free | Utilities | | [AIRSTEP Updater](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airstep-updater/id1577663031) | 2.3 (10) | Free | Utilities | ## More apps by Granvaud Alexandre - [FracPad Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fracpad-lite/id1201807055) All apps by Granvaud Alexandre: https://appshunter.io/developer/1154402235 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*