Comparison

Turkish Baglama Simulator vs Ney Sim

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Turkish Baglama Simulator

Experience the authentic sound and feel of a Turkish Baglama with this musical instrument simulator. Explore various Arabic and Turkish scales and rhythms, with automatic chord adjustments for an easy playing experience, even for beginners.

Highlights
  • Real Baglama sound and effects
  • 10 Arabic/Turkish music scales
  • Automatic chord adjustments per scale
  • Arabic and Turkish rhythms
  • Adjustable rhythm speed and volume
  • Note transposition and pitching
Features
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This app is a Turkish Baglama or Baghlama musical instrument simulator with real sound and accords and rhythms this app has 10 Arabic / Turkish music scales such as : ALSABA - NAHAVAND , ALRAST , ALNAVA ASAR - HOZAM - HEJAZ - HEJAZ KAR and etc The Baglama sound is real and smooth and has all effects like a real instrument for example if you move your finger on each cord you can vibrate the sound exactly like a real Baglama instrument It has Arabic and Turkish Rhythms with accords for each scale The most important thing : when you change the scale for example you select the ALRAST scale , then the accords will be changed automatically to match the new scale. so playing with this app is very very easy even you don't have to have music knowledge in the setting menu you also can: - change the rhythm speed - change the volume of the rhythm , accord and instrument to mix them perfect - transpose the notes - pitching the notes and etc here is the app video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ul3iQq7g5C8 see the video and download it . its free to download you won't loose any thing !

About

Ney Sim

This app simulates a traditional Turkish musical instrument, offering authentic sounds and advanced playability features. Users can create, record, and share music with customizable controls and multiple playing modes.

Highlights
  • Authentic Ney Sound
  • Makam Settings
  • Reverb Effects
  • Customizable Keys
  • Three Dynamic Playing Modes
  • Record and Share Music
  • Screen Recording
Features
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Discover the Enchanting World of the Ney with Ney Sim, the Magical Instrument of Turkish Music. Designed for both novice musicians and experienced artists, Ney Sim brings the authentic sound and spirit of this traditional Turkish instrument to your fingertips. With its user-friendly design and rich features, you can create, play, and share music with ease. Key Features That Make Ney Sim Stand Out Authentic Ney Sound Experience the essence of a meticulously sampled real ney sound. Each breath is shaped with warm and deep tones that reflect the ney's unique spiritual character. Advanced Playability Features Makam Settings: Make precise pitch adjustments compatible with the rich modal system of Turkish music. Transposition Adjustment: Easily transition between different modes and performance styles. Reverb Effects: Add depth and atmosphere to your performance. Polyphonic Mode: Create rich harmonies for a fuller sound. Dynamic Key Sensitivity: Soft touches produce gentle sounds, while powerful touches generate sharper tones. Customizable Keys Adjust key sizes to suit your playing style. Whether you need wide keys for precise breaths or narrow keys for quick transitions - Ney Sim adapts to you. Three Dynamic Playing Modes Free Play Mode: Freely explore the full richness and depth of the ney. Single Key Mode: Study each breath and tone color in detail. Soft Transition Mode: Feel the natural flow and subtlety of your breaths. Record and Share Your Music Capture your performances with the built-in recording feature. Whether you're practicing or composing, your music is always ready. Screen Recording Feature Record every moment of your ney. Capture your improvisations, practice sessions, or completed compositions with a single tap and share instantly. Why Ney Sim? * Realistic Experience: Perfectly reflects the soul and sound of a physical ney. * Elegant Design: Appeals to musicians of all levels with a user-friendly interface. * Creative Flexibility: Gives you control of your musical journey with rich features. Whether you're creating a mystical taksim, performing a classical song, or discovering the ney for the first time - Ney Sim offers you limitless musical possibilities. Download Ney Sim now and embark on the spiritual journey of Turkish music!

Screenshots

Turkish Baglama Simulator4 screens
Ney Sim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Ney Sim at 5.0 against Turkish Baglama Simulator's 4.2. Turkish Baglama Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Ney Sim sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Turkish Baglama Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ney Sim holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Turkish Baglama Simulator has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Turkish Baglama Simulator ships an update every 6 weeks, Ney Sim every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Turkish Baglama Simulator versus Ney Sim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTurkish Baglama SimulatorNey Sim
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB131 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSENIOR ELECTRON LLCAlper Kahriman

Customer experience

Turkish Baglama Simulator

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Ney Sim

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Turkish Baglama Simulator

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ney Sim

One-time1
  • Get Premium$7.99

Questions

Is Turkish Baglama Simulator free?
Turkish Baglama Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ney Sim free?
Ney Sim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Turkish Baglama Simulator or Ney Sim?
Ney Sim is rated higher. Turkish Baglama Simulator averages 4.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Ney Sim averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Turkish Baglama Simulator or Ney Sim have ads?
Ney Sim shows ads; Turkish Baglama Simulator does not.
Which is updated more often, Turkish Baglama Simulator or Ney Sim?
Turkish Baglama Simulator ships an update every 6 weeks, and Ney Sim every 3 months. Most recently, Turkish Baglama Simulator was updated on October 15, 2026 and Ney Sim on October 21, 2026.

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