# MV08 vs Pianoteq 8

The clearest difference is price: Pianoteq 8 at Free against MV08's $3.99. Pianoteq 8 also leads on ratings volume (133 vs 20). MV08's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On rating, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Pianoteq 8 is free to download; MV08 costs $3.99 up front. Pianoteq 8 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. MV08 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for MV08 against 4.6 for Pianoteq 8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pianoteq 8 has 133 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of MV08's written reviews are positive against 74% of Pianoteq 8's.

MV08 ships an update every 3 weeks, Pianoteq 8 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MV08 | Pianoteq 8 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mv08/id1249831244/reviews) | **[4.6 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pianoteq-8/id1642344241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **133** |
| Positive reviews | **82.6% of reviews** | 73.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 103 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) | [Modartt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1363148724) |

## What reviewers say

### MV08

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mv08/id1249831244)

This app is a modern digital drum machine for iPhone and iPad, inspired by a classic hardware unit. It offers a vast library of sampled sounds, a powerful sequencer with deep step editing, and extensive pattern management capabilities for creating complex rhythms and loops.

**Highlights:** Over 218 sampled drum sounds, Deep step editing for dynamic rhythms, 128 pattern slots, Master EQ and distortion, Audiobus and Ableton Link compatible, Record and export master output

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 MV08 free?

MV08 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pianoteq 8 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MV08 or Pianoteq 8?

Pianoteq 8 is rated higher. MV08 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Pianoteq 8 averages 4.6 from 133 ratings.

### Do MV08 or Pianoteq 8 have ads?

Neither MV08 nor Pianoteq 8 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MV08 or Pianoteq 8?

MV08 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pianoteq 8 every 2 months. Most recently, MV08 was updated on November 2, 2026 and Pianoteq 8 on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*