Comparison

Sibelius KeyPad vs Syntrac GRCA

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

Head to head
About

Sibelius KeyPad

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a virtual keypad for your computer to enhance creativity and productivity within Sibelius. Connect wirelessly via Wi-Fi for seamless control, with a slick interface and quick setup.

Highlights
  • Virtual keypad for Sibelius
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Automatic keypad switching
  • Slick user interface
  • Personal Hotspot support
  • Easy 3-step setup
Features
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Sibelius KeyPad turns your iPhone or iPad into a dedicated notation keypad for Sibelius. Keep the controls you use most close at hand while you compose, arrange, and edit. Connect over Wi-Fi, choose the keypad you need, and send notation shortcuts to Sibelius on your Mac or Windows PC. Made for scoring - Common Notes - More Notes - Beams and Tremolos - Articulations - Jazz Articulations - Accidentals Customize your workflow - Assign keyboard shortcut actions to keypad buttons - Choose the shortcut sent when switching each keypad tab - Reset keypads to factory settings any time - Automatically switch keypads in Sibelius based on your selection Simple setup - Works with Sibelius for Mac and Windows - Connect over Wi-Fi or Personal Hotspot - Set up in three quick steps - No direct line of sight required System Requirements - iPhone or iPad - Sibelius for Mac or Windows - Mac: macOS 10.13 or later with helper app - Windows: Windows 7 or later with helper app - Shared Wi-Fi network or Personal Hotspot Helper app Requires the free helper app for Mac or Windows: https://rs.ltd/get Ratings are like gold for indie developers like me - please give the app a quick rating on the App Store. • Privacy policy can be found at https://www.cherpake.com/privacy • Terms and Conditions can be found at https://www.cherpake.com/terms

About

Syntrac GRCA

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Através do aplicativo é possível monitorar, controlar e programar ações em seus equipamentos e ambientes climatizados. Importante: Este APP funciona apenas quando nosso cliente já possui o controlador instalado em seu equipamento/ambiente. Entre em contato para mais detalhes.

Screenshots

Sibelius KeyPad4 screens
Syntrac GRCA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Syntrac GRCA at none against Sibelius KeyPad's 4. Syntrac GRCA also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Sibelius KeyPad's advantage is device support. On price 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. Sibelius KeyPad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Syntrac GRCA asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sibelius KeyPad versus Syntrac GRCA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSibelius KeyPadSyntrac GRCA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (142 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings142 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDSYNTRAC SMART SYSTEM LTDA

Bugs and requests

Sibelius KeyPad

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Accent symbol key does not function
  • Grace note key non-functional
  • Main screen shows 'no computer found' despite prior connection
  • App crashes on iPhone with certain iOS versions
  • Buttons trigger Mission Control or desktop reveal instead of intended functions
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  • Incorrect note duration symbols displayed on some keys
  • App occasionally inputs notes automatically after 30 minutes of use
  • Tab switching not working properly
  • Inconsistent button functionality on certain pages
  • Connection issues on public WiFi networks

Requested features

9 requests
  • Voice selector buttons for editing different voices
  • Piano keyboard option for note input
  • Numeric display on keys for dual numpad functionality
  • Sync between Sibelius keypad clicks and app display
  • iPad Sibelius compatibility
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  • Custom key mapping/settings
  • Upstroke/downstroke articulation symbols
  • Customizable skins and themes
  • Better button positioning for smaller hands

Syntrac GRCA

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Sibelius KeyPad

Subscriptions2
  • Sibelius KeyPad Pro - 1 month$0.991 Month
  • Sibelius KeyPad Pro - 1 year$4.991 Year
One-time2
  • Sibelius KeyPad Pro - lifetime$2.99
  • Sibelius KeyPad Pro - forever$9.99
None

Syntrac GRCA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sibelius KeyPad free?
Sibelius KeyPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Syntrac GRCA free?
Syntrac GRCA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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