MIDI Expression Control vs Kanteletar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MIDI Expression Control
This application allows users to modify settings for MIDI Expression devices. Ensure your device has firmware version 2.6 or higher for iOS compatibility.
- Change device settings
- Compatible with MIDI Expression devices
- iOS firmware compatibility check
- Free to download
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This is the Control Application for MIDI Expression devices. It lets you change settings for the devices. Please note that the iOS version of the Control Application is only compatible with devices running firmware version 2.6 and up.
Kanteletar
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Kantele in your pocket. With the Kantele app you can play the traditional Finnish string instrument. The app also includes pre-played songs that help you learn to play simple songs. The Kantele app is easy to use, fun and ready to play right away.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Kanteletar at every 3 days against MIDI Expression Control's every 6 months. MIDI Expression Control's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MIDI Expression Control ships an update every 6 months, Kanteletar every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MIDI Expression Control | Kanteletar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Robert Jonkman | Juha Hinkula |
In-app purchases
MIDI Expression Control
No in-app purchases
Kanteletar
No in-app purchases
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