# MIDISynth Control vs Poly 2

The clearest difference is rating: Poly 2 at 4.8 against MIDISynth Control's 3.4. Poly 2 also leads on ratings volume (686 vs 12) and review sentiment (84% vs 64%). MIDISynth Control's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MIDISynth Control sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Poly 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Poly 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Poly 2 has 686 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of MIDISynth Control's written reviews are positive against 84% of Poly 2's.

MIDISynth Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Poly 2 every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MIDISynth Control | Poly 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midisynth-control/id1366849280/reviews) | **[4.8 (686 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **686** |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | **84.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 153 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lee Huddleston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1230479795) | [James Milton](https://appshunter.io/developer/581503621) |

## What reviewers say

### MIDISynth Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midisynth-control/id1366849280)

Control multiple MIDI synthesizers and drum machines from one app. Offers in-depth editing for built-in synths and customizable control maps for external gear. Sync with Ableton Link and add advanced features via in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Centralized control for multiple MIDI synths, In-depth editing for popular built-in synths, Customizable control maps for external synths, Global layout creation for multiple devices, Patch storage, randomization, and morphing, Ableton Link support for syncing, Arpeggiator and drum repeat functionality

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Link+ | $5.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard/Drumpad+ | $6.99 | one-time |
| Control+ | $9.99 | one-time |
| Novation Circuit MonoStation | $10.99 | one-time |
| Rand/Morph/Performance | $12.99 | one-time |
| Novation LPX | $12.99 | one-time |
| Novation LCXL | $12.99 | one-time |
| Novation Circuit | $19.99 | one-time |
| Elektron Digitakt | $19.99 | one-time |
| Elektron Digitone | $19.99 | one-time |
| Novation Peak & Summit | $27.99 | one-time |


### Poly 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-2/id1477029326)

This app generates evolving musical patterns and melodies using polyrhythms. It offers extensive sound manipulation with a sampler, multiple effects, and the ability to store numerous configurations. Users can also import their own sounds and integrate with other music production tools.

**Highlights:** Generative polyrhythm sequencing, Up to 8 simultaneous sounds, Sampler with envelopes and filters, Randomize capabilities, Built-in delay, reverb, distortion, and EQ FX, AUv3, Audiobus, and IAA support, Import custom samples

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro mode | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique, creative, and powerful tool
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Excellent for ambient, experimental, and generative music
- 🎹 Great for drum grooves and rhythmic patterns
- 💻 Seamless integration with external hardware and software

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔇 Lack of sustain/voice ring-out when transport is stopped
- 📺 Small interface elements can be difficult to use on iPad
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with some third-party apps

**Reported bugs**

- In-app purchase not working for some users
- MIDI connectivity issues with certain apps
- Crashes upon opening for some users

**Requested features**

- Ability to preview samples before importing
- Autoslice/autochop functionality for samples
- Support for larger sample imports and automatic slot filling
- Granulizer effect
- Note repeat and vinyl effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MIDISynth Control free?

MIDISynth Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Poly 2 free?

Poly 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MIDISynth Control or Poly 2?

Poly 2 is rated higher. MIDISynth Control averages 3.4 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Poly 2 averages 4.8 from 686 ratings.

### Do MIDISynth Control or Poly 2 have ads?

Neither MIDISynth Control nor Poly 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MIDISynth Control or Poly 2?

MIDISynth Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Poly 2 every 4 weeks. Most recently, MIDISynth Control was updated on September 23, 2026 and Poly 2 on October 8, 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.*