# DEEPMIND 12 vs Pianoteq 8

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pianoteq 8 at 74% against DEEPMIND 12's 19%. Pianoteq 8 also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (133 vs 12). DEEPMIND 12's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pianoteq 8 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. DEEPMIND 12 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pianoteq 8 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pianoteq 8 has 133 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of DEEPMIND 12's written reviews are positive against 74% of Pianoteq 8's.

DEEPMIND 12 ships an update every 3 months, Pianoteq 8 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DEEPMIND 12 | Pianoteq 8 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepmind-12/id1184965301/reviews) | **[4.6 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pianoteq-8/id1642344241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **133** |
| Positive reviews | 19.3% of reviews | **73.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Music Group Research UK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/510031620) | [Modartt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1363148724) |

## What reviewers say

### DEEPMIND 12

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deepmind-12/id1184965301)

Control and organize your Behringer DEEPMIND 12 synthesizer. Explore all parameters, blend up to four patches, and update your synth's firmware. Connect via MIDI or USB for seamless integration.

**Highlights:** Full parameter control, Preset library, Preset Blender, Firmware updater, MIDI and Bluetooth MIDI support, USB connection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Great interface for synth control
- 💡 Intuitive patch editing
- 💡 Useful for patch banking
- 💡 Preset morphing feature
- 👍 Good when it works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Unreliable connectivity
- 🐛 Does not work with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Difficult to connect
- 🐛 Outdated and unsupported

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- App does not launch
- Wi-Fi connection issues
- MIDI In and Out not selectable
- App not recognized by synth

**Requested features**

- Update app for current iOS versions
- Improve Wi-Fi connectivity stability
- Add a note sequencer
- Allow saving presets and favorites
- Add Bluetooth MIDI support


### Pianoteq 8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pianoteq-8/id1642344241)

This virtual instrument uses advanced physical modeling to generate realistic sounds for a wide range of instruments, including pianos, electric pianos, and guitars. It offers compact file sizes and faithful sound reproduction, making it ideal for musicians on the go. Connect a MIDI device and start playing, or use it as a plugin in other music applications.

**Highlights:** Physical modeling sound generation, Simulates pianos, electric pianos, guitars, and more, Realistic playability, Compact file size, Works as a plugin, MIDI device compatible

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Use existing licence | Free | one-time |
| Upgrade to latest version | $29.99 | one-time |
| Electric Pianos | $49.99 | one-time |
| Hohner Collection | $49.99 | one-time |
| Classical Guitar | $49.99 | one-time |
| Grand Shigeru Kawai SK-EX | $49.99 | one-time |
| Grand Bösendorfer 280VC | $49.99 | one-time |
| Stage to Standard | $129.99 | one-time |
| Standard to Pro | $129.99 | one-time |
| Pianoteq STAGE | $139.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Realistic piano sounds
- 💻 Cross-platform compatibility
- 💡 Physical modeling technology
- 🤏 Small app size
- 🎹 High playability and expressiveness

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive pricing
- 🤔 Steep price for casual users
- 🛒 Difficult purchase process
- 💻 Requires additional license slot
- 👎 Terrible user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Some keys do not work
- Significant latency issues
- Cannot activate due to missing serial number
- Stuttering audio on iOS
- App not updated for new iOS

**Requested features**

- Add Yamaha p125 instrument
- iPad only version
- Add second row of keyboard
- Increase/decrease number of visible keys


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DEEPMIND 12 free?

DEEPMIND 12 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pianoteq 8 free?

Pianoteq 8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DEEPMIND 12 or Pianoteq 8?

Pianoteq 8 is rated higher. DEEPMIND 12 averages 3.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Pianoteq 8 averages 4.6 from 133 ratings.

### Do DEEPMIND 12 or Pianoteq 8 have ads?

Neither DEEPMIND 12 nor Pianoteq 8 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DEEPMIND 12 or Pianoteq 8?

DEEPMIND 12 ships an update every 3 months, and Pianoteq 8 every 2 months. Most recently, DEEPMIND 12 was updated on November 2, 2026 and Pianoteq 8 on November 3, 2026.

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