MetaGrid Pro

MetaGrid Pro

Touch Control for Desktop Apps

26 ratings
34 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 8, 2022
  • July 8, 2026

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This app provides a touch-native controller for desktop applications, adapting its interface to show the right tools when you switch apps. It offers deep integrations, customizable layouts, powerful macros, and advanced DAW/MIDI control for faster workflows.

Adaptive interface based on active app
Deep integration with creative apps
Full layout customization
Ready-to-use presets for major apps
Multi-step macro creation
Gesture pads for intuitive control
Advanced DAW and MIDI tools
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What's New in MetaGrid Pro

1.7.3

July 8, 2026

What’s New in 1.7.3 MetaGrid Pro 1.7.3 improves connectivity, diagnostics, import/export reliability, and everyday editing. Important: This update requires MetaServer Mac 6.1.3 or MetaServer Windows 6.0.3. New * New Connection Status in Settings provides detailed USB and Wi-Fi diagnostics, recent connection history, discovery information, and support export. * Added a Need Help? button on the connection screen for quick access to connection troubleshooting. Improved * Clearer first-time connection setup and guidance when no computer is found. * Easier troubleshooting with a diagnostic ZIP package for support. * Recommended MetaServer versions are now displayed in Settings. * Refresh Cubase and Nuendo Generic Remote macro names directly from the action selector. * Improved Logic Pro Dynamic Focus Tracking reliability. Fixed * Improved reliability of custom palette export, import, and backup restore. * Fixed an iCloud export crash affecting some backup and export workflows. * Paste Style no longer replaces switch macros unless Macro Only is selected. * Improved reliability when reordering macros in larger macro menus. * Fixed Snapshot Pads in smaller grid slots. * Improved stability when editing XY Controller counts. * Fixed Text macro editing so the editor remains visible above the keyboard. * Additional crash fixes and stability improvements across export, app-specific action selectors, MetaStore, and imported content. Thank you for using MetaGrid Pro!

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User reviews

Can’t work without it

This app is so ingrained with my workflow that I grind to a halt when I don’t have it.

Best Controller App Out There

If you’re looking for a controller app for your Mac, this is the best one. I’ve tried them all in depth and MGP really doesn’t have any competition at this point. You can set up complete control of any app on your Mac and completely customize your work interface. Make it as simple or complex as you want. And it completely interactive and follows everything you do on your Mac in real-time, instantaneously, even switching through bunches of apps, windows and utilities. It follows right along based on how you set it up. If you pair this app with Keyboard Maestro, there really isn’t anything you can’t automate on your Mac. For people who’ve used or are using apps like StreamDeck, SoundFlow, Lemur or Touch OSC, MGP is the next level above those. Think of being able to take the functionality of those apps and then customize, scale, and modify anything and everything about your controller so it’s exactly the way YOU want it to be. The sky’s the limit. Plus you don’t have buy expensive subscriptions or extra hardware to get started. This app has fundamentally changed the way I work and has does the same for every person I’ve turned on to it. If you’ve tried it in the past and got put off by the setup or instability, all of that has been fixed. This is the future of controller apps.
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I retract everything i say about this app

PC USER BE WARNED… This app always lags behind the Apple Version. The price structure is terrible. It’s a hit and run app for PC users. You get hit with a large bill to use the app yet for PC users it’s awful to use. And pls do not listen to anyone when you are told to run MetaServer app as an admin… once you do so every app launched from meta grid will be run with admin rights on your PC.. I’ve followed this dev for a long while now and there isn’t any real interest in development for PC user. This is why i call this app hit and run! I promise you this, the PC version works nowhere near as stable as the Apple version. Dev shame on you!
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App has serious potential but….

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I had to change my review on this app. After spending a week really learning what this app does I’m actually blown away. I originally gave this app 2 stars which tbh was really unfair. I give 4 stars instead of 5 cause I’d personally like to see more windows intergration and there are some minor problems. Amazing app. Update: And then I discovered the new price plan options. £99 for a lifetime subscription when i already purchased one a few yrs back… Thankfully there are alternative options.
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Won’t Even Open

Used to work, but can’t even get past the initializing screen now. iPad and app are fully up-to-date. Restarting has no effect. Most expensive digital paperweight of an app I’ve purchased.

FAQ

What does MetaGrid Pro do?

MetaGrid Pro acts as a touch-native controller for desktop applications on Mac and PC. It dynamically adapts its interface to display relevant tools and controls based on the active application, window, or even specific track selections in DAWs, allowing for faster and more efficient workflows.

What are the key features of MetaGrid Pro?

Key features include an adaptive interface that changes controls in real-time, deep integration with creative apps for accessing menu commands and running macros, full customization of layouts and appearance, ready-to-use presets for various software, powerful multi-step macros, and gesture pads for intuitive control.

How much does MetaGrid Pro cost?

The app offers a generous free version with one customizable workspace and functional MIDI fader grids. For complete control, including unlimited workspaces, macro triggering everywhere, and fully functional presets, users can upgrade to a Premium subscription.

What kind of apps can I control with MetaGrid Pro?

You can control a wide range of creative applications on Mac and PC, including DAWs like Cubase, Ableton Live, and Studio One; design apps like Photoshop, Figma, and Blender; audio tools like iZotope RX; and game audio systems like Wwise and FMOD. It can also access menu commands for many other macOS tools.

Can I create my own custom controls and macros?

Yes, full customization is a core feature. You can design every detail of your workspace, resize objects, arrange flexible layouts, and style each grid. You can also create powerful multi-step macros by combining shortcuts, text insertions, menu commands, MIDI messages, and more, all triggered with a single tap.