# MIDI Opener vs Midi Suite

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MIDI Opener at 64% against Midi Suite's 0%. MIDI Opener also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.1) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). Midi Suite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MIDI Opener sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Midi Suite asks for nothing beyond the download.

MIDI Opener holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MIDI Opener has 86 ratings behind it against 7, 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 0% of Midi Suite's.

MIDI Opener ships an update every 6 days, Midi Suite every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MIDI Opener | Midi Suite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-opener/id1029373282/reviews)** | [3.1 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-suite/id6737530581/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **86** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **64.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 334 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MartianRover](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282183383) | [Sinco Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576180489) |

## 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, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| 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 |
| Track Controls | $2.99 | 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 Suite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-suite/id6737530581)

This utility app allows you to wirelessly adjust device parameters using Bluetooth. It provides a convenient way to manage settings remotely. The application is free to download and use.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth connectivity, Device parameter adjustment, Wireless control, Free to use

**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 Suite free?

Midi Suite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MIDI Opener or Midi Suite?

MIDI Opener is rated higher. MIDI Opener averages 3.9 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while Midi Suite averages 3.1 from 7 ratings.

### Do MIDI Opener or Midi Suite have ads?

Neither MIDI Opener nor Midi Suite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MIDI Opener or Midi Suite?

MIDI Opener ships an update every 6 days, and Midi Suite every 2 months. Most recently, MIDI Opener was updated on November 1, 2026 and Midi Suite on October 30, 2026.

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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.*