FingerFiddle vs Professional Violin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FingerFiddle
Transform your device into a realistic string instrument. Control notes with your fingers and shape sound with bow-like movements. Experience the full expressive range of violin family instruments anytime, anywhere.
- Realistic bow and fingerboard control
- Expressive sound shaping
- Pizzicato playing mode
- Customizable fingerboard
- Inter-App Audio/Audiobus support
- Multiple violin family instruments
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Turn your iPad into an instrument of the violin family and play just like on a real instrument ! FingerFiddle introduces a new and highly sensitive musical experience with your IOS device. Your actions on the screen are turned naturally into an exceptionally realistic and responsive sound, whatever you do. Place your fingers on the fingerboard to change notes. Move your other hand on the screen to rub the strings with the bow and shape the sound continuously in real-time. Pluck the screen to play pizzicato. FingerFiddle responds accurately to your movements and lets you play with the full palette of violin expression, just like with a real instrument. FingerFiddle is a musical instrument that you can bring with you everywhere to play, practice, have fun and perform with others. It includes a full collection of fine-tuned instruments from the violin family (violin, viola, cello and double bass). The basic version comes with a cello, and other instruments are available to try and purchase. Wherever you are, at any time, pick one of the instruments and play music for real with FingerFiddle. Who is it for? Anyone interested in music playing can find something in FingerFiddle: - For the beginner, FingerFiddle is an affordable way to experience and enjoy fiddle playing, alone or in group. Play, practice to improve your playing, try different instruments and maybe, eventually, buy a real instrument… - For advanced players, FingerFiddle is a new instrument to discover and have fun with. Use it in your musical productions and live performances, when jamming with others, or just to sketch ideas. - In all cases, FingerFiddle is a musical instrument that is always right at your fingertips, whenever you feel the need to play music. Features: - Natural mapping between movement and sound: your finger is the bow ! - Outstanding sound rendering for a realistic output - Pitch is controlled with a fingerboard on the screen to allow fiddle-specific playing techniques (vibrato, glissando, chords) - The fingerboard is customizable: set its width and the space between notes for a comfortable playing - A specific area is dedicated to pizzicato playing - Inter-App Audio / Audiobus support (generator) - Very low memory requirement: no samples library is used - Inter App Audio and Audiobus support - The basic version includes the Cello from the Classic Collection. Other instruments are available as In App purchases (Violin, Viola, Double Bass, normal or with mutes)
Professional Violin
Experience realistic violin sounds with diverse articulations and advanced tuning. Record and share your musical creations with a variety of expressive tones and effects.
- Realistic violin sounds
- Orchestra and Orchestra X sound groups
- Microtonal tuning
- Transpose adjustment
- Reverb and chorus effects
- Dynamic key sensitivity
- Built-in recorder
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Step into the world of classical, orchestral, and modern violin music with Professional Violin! This app delivers authentic and high-quality violin sounds, offering a realistic and immersive experience for musicians, learners, and violin enthusiasts. Featuring two distinct sound groups—Orchestra and Orchestra X, Professional Violin provides a rich variety of expressive tones and articulations. With advanced features like microtonal tuning, transpose adjustment, reverb effects, chorus mode, and dynamic key sensitivity, Professional Violin brings professional-level playability to your fingertips. About the Violin The violin is a timeless and expressive string instrument, used across classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music. Whether playing delicate solos, powerful orchestral sections, or intricate folk melodies, the violin’s deep emotional range and technical versatility make it one of the most beloved instruments worldwide. Why You’ll Love Professional Violin Two Unique Violin Sound Groups Orchestra Sounds (For expressive solo and ensemble performance) Forte Arco Normal: A strong, standard violin sound for dynamic playing. Fortissimo Arco Normal: A powerful, resonant tone, ideal for commanding passages. Piano Arco Normal: A softer, more delicate tone for subtle and expressive playing. Pianissimo Arco Normal: An ultra-soft articulation for gentle melodies. Long Forte Molto Vibrato: A sustained, richly vibrated note for deep emotional expression. Long Mezzo Forte Molto Vibrato: A balanced vibrato articulation for warm, lyrical passages. Orchestra X Sounds (For advanced articulation and phrase-based expression) Phrase Forte Arco Martele: A bold, accented attack with a crisp bowing technique. Phrase Forte Arco Spiccato: A light, bouncing articulation ideal for fast, rhythmic passages. Phrase Forte Arco Staccato: A short, precise articulation with a sharp attack. Phrase Forte Harmonic Glissando: A unique, sliding harmonic effect for ethereal sounds. Phrase Fortissimo Arco Tremolo: A fast, expressive trembling bowing technique. Phrase Mezzo Forte Arco Glissando: A sliding note articulation for seamless melodic transitions. Advanced Features for Enhanced Playability Microtonal Tuning: Adjust pitches for traditional and experimental scales, ideal for world music and microtonal compositions. Transpose Adjustment: Easily shift keys to match your musical preferences or play along with other instruments. Reverb Effects: Add depth and atmosphere to your performance with adjustable reverb. Chorus Mode: Layer your notes with rich harmonies, creating a fuller and more dynamic sound. Dynamic Key Sensitivity: Play with natural expression—soft presses produce quieter tones, while harder presses deliver louder, more powerful notes. Record Your Performances Capture your violin music effortlessly with the built-in recorder. Perfect for revisiting practice sessions, composing new pieces, or sharing your artistry. Share Your Music Easily share your violin performances with friends, family, or audiences worldwide, showcasing the beauty and expressiveness of this classical instrument. What Makes Professional Violin Unique? Authentic Sound: Every note replicates the rich and expressive tones of a real violin, with both standard and advanced articulation options. Innovative Controls: Explore microtonal tuning, transpose settings, reverb effects, and dynamic sensitivity for a fully customizable experience. Elegant Design: A sleek, intuitive interface ensures a seamless experience for musicians of all levels. Creative Freedom: Whether playing classical sonatas, dramatic film scores, folk dances, or jazz improvisations, Professional Violin offers endless possibilities for musical expression. Download Professional Violin today and let the expressive tones of the violin inspire your music!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Professional Violin at Free against FingerFiddle's $2.99. FingerFiddle's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.8) and review sentiment (82% vs 43%). On ratings volume, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Professional Violin is free to download; FingerFiddle costs $2.99 up front. FingerFiddle sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Professional Violin sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FingerFiddle holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 52 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of FingerFiddle's written reviews are positive against 43% of Professional Violin's.
FingerFiddle ships an update every 3 months, Professional Violin every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FingerFiddle | Professional Violin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (52 ratings) — better | 3.8 (40 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 81.6% of reviews — better | 42.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 52 — better | 40 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 208 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matthias Demoucron | Alper Kahriman |
Customer experience
FingerFiddle
Professional Violin
Bugs and requests
FingerFiddle
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes frequently (especially after iOS 11.2)
- 3D bow and vibrato not working for some users
- Mutes when starting recording in GarageBand
- Vibrato function not activable for some users
Requested features
15 requests- Recording capability
- Metronome
- MIDI IN/OUT support
- AUv3 support for DAWs
- Support for Apple Pencil 2 pressure
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- Fretless option
- More instrument variety (guitars, woodwinds, brass, percussion, Indian Sarangi, Viola da Gamba)
- Five-string bass option
- Oversampling for improved sound quality
- Customizable fingerboard pitch settings
- Auto-vibrato mode
- String ensemble sounds
- Vertical bow movement option
- More realistic fingerboard layout
- Ability to choose pitch with a keyboard
Professional Violin
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FingerFiddle
- Violin (Classic Collection)$2.99
- Viola (Classic Collection)$2.99
- Violin (Con Sordino Collection)$2.99
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- Double Bass (Classic Collection)$2.99
- Viola (Con Sordino Collection)$2.99
- Cello (Con Sordino Collection)$2.99
- Double Bass (Con Sordino Collection)$2.99
- Classic Collection$8.99
- Con Sordino Collection$8.99
Professional Violin
- Get Premium$9.99
Questions
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