# MIDI Opener vs MIDI Network

The clearest difference is rating: MIDI Network at 4.6 against MIDI Opener's 3.9. MIDI Network also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). MIDI Opener's advantage is ratings volume (85 vs 8). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MIDI Opener sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. MIDI Network asks for nothing beyond the download.

MIDI Network holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MIDI Opener has 85 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of MIDI Opener's written reviews are positive against 88% of MIDI Network's.

## The numbers

| Metric | MIDI Opener | MIDI Network |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-opener/id1029373282/reviews) | **[4.6 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-network/id1102428729/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **85** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 64.5% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 334 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MartianRover, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282183383) | [Oscar Bouwmans](https://appshunter.io/developer/1077773833) |

## What reviewers say

### MIDI Opener

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-opener/id1029373282)

This app is a powerful and modern MIDI player designed for musicians, learners, and creators. It offers visual playback, tempo and key control, and advanced track management. Import custom soundbanks and enjoy features like synchronized lyrics and a 3D visualizer.

**Highlights:** Visual MIDI playback, Tempo and key control, Advanced track controls, 128 General MIDI instruments, Built-in effects, Custom soundbanks, Synchronized lyrics, 3D visualizer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full Upgrade Discount | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Change Tempo | $1.99 | one-time |
| Change Tempo and Key | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Access Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |
| Track Controls | $2.99 | one-time |
| Super Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| MIDI Out | $4.99 | one-time |
| Practice Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |
| All Access | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🎶 Good sounding instruments
- 🚀 Handles instrument changes well
- ✨ Free to use
- ✅ Plays MIDI files effectively

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when changing SoundFonts (iOS 26)
- 🐛 Cuts off beginning of songs
- 🐛 Sustained notes treated as staccato
- 💸 Charging for basic features
- 📉 Poor sound quality for some instruments

**Reported bugs**

- Sustained notes are treated as staccato notes.
- Cuts off the beginning of the song.
- Kicked out of the app when clicking on another SoundFont.
- Crashes when changing SoundFonts (iOS 26).
- Bass drum is too quiet for metal music.

**Requested features**

- Adjust individual track volumes
- Zoom in/out
- Select region to play
- Export features (WAV, MP3, FLAC)
- Playlist functionality


### MIDI Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-network/id1102428729)

Manage MIDI connections on your iOS device. View active connections, MIDI contacts, and network services. Establish or break connections, manage contacts, and set network policies.

**Highlights:** Manage iOS MIDI connections, View active connections, Display MIDI contacts, Show MIDI Bonjour services, Establish/break network connections, Add/remove MIDI contacts, Set network connection policy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MIDI Opener free?

MIDI Opener is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MIDI Network free?

MIDI Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MIDI Opener or MIDI Network?

MIDI Network is rated higher. MIDI Opener averages 3.9 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while MIDI Network averages 4.6 from 8 ratings.

### Do MIDI Opener or MIDI Network have ads?

MIDI Opener shows ads; MIDI Network does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*