Comparison

Handpan vs KiwiTuner

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

Head to head
About

Handpan

This music application transforms your smartphone into a realistic Hang instrument simulator. It offers high-quality sounds, intuitive design, and is suitable for musicians of all levels. Record, save, and play your own tunes with ease.

Highlights
  • Hang instrument simulation
  • High-quality audio
  • Low latency playback
  • Sound customization
  • Record and save tunes
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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At the moment, Handpan is a best and closest sounding Hang instrument simulator. Handpan is a simple and easy-to-use music application which will turn your smartphone into a real musical instrument! Handpan contains only high-quality sounds, has good graphics and neat design. The app is suitable for both a beginner musician and an experienced percussionist. Features: - 2 different types of the Handpan instrument - High-quality sounds - Playback without delays (low latency audio) - Sound settings - Possibility to record, save, and play saved tunes - Animations - Easy-to-use

About

KiwiTuner

Features
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KiwiTuner is a native radio receiver app for listening to compatible KiwiSDR or Web888 servers on your iPhone or iPad. Connect to a public receiver or configure your own, then explore the radio spectrum with responsive tuning and clear audio. Features: • Live spectrum and waterfall display • AM, FM, LSB, USB, and CW reception modes • Tap, drag, and pinch tuning with up to 500 Hz full-screen zoom • EiBi shortwave schedule with currently scheduled broadcasts • Favorites and saved frequencies • Built-in directory of recently verified public receivers • Custom receiver addresses and per-server passwords stored in Keychain • Adjustable spectrum smoothing and optional sharp audio high-cut filter A network connection and an available compatible receiver are required. Receiver availability, access rules, passwords, and listening limits are controlled by each receiver operator. KiwiTuner is an independent client and is not affiliated with KiwiSDR / Web888 or the operators of listed receivers.

Screenshots

Handpan3 screens
KiwiTuner1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: KiwiTuner at Free against Handpan's $2.99. Handpan's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.5). On ads, in-app purchases 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

KiwiTuner is free to download; Handpan costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Handpan versus KiwiTuner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandpanKiwiTuner
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (21 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews35.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings21 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAliaksei VatutsinJouni Erola

In-app purchases

None

Handpan

No in-app purchases

None

KiwiTuner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Handpan free?
Handpan costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is KiwiTuner free?
KiwiTuner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Handpan or KiwiTuner have ads?
Neither Handpan nor KiwiTuner shows ads.

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