Comparison

mfxConvert vs Session Notes AU

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

Head to head
About

mfxConvert

This real-time MIDI event converter allows for simple or sophisticated remapping of various MIDI message types. Create multiple conversion setups within a single utility for flexible music production workflows.

Highlights
  • Real-time MIDI event conversion
  • Supports various MIDI message types
  • Pitch bend to controller conversion
  • Note velocity to channel pressure conversion
  • Create multiple conversion setups
  • AUv3 and CoreMIDI compatible
Features
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* INTELLIGENT MIDI CONVERTER * (AUv3 and CoreMIDI Effect) mfxConvert is a plugin for converting MIDI events in real time. It can be used for simple channel, note or controller remaps. However, it can also handle sophisticated conversions of event types, for example pitch bend to controller or note velocity to channel pressure. See below for the supported conversions. Simple to operate yet a very effective tool to have at your disposal. Create as many separate conversions as you need inside the one utility. Conversions supported: - note -> note, aftertouch, controller, program change, channel pressure, pitch bend or system realtime - aftertouch -> aftertouch, controller or channel pressure - controller -> note, aftertouch, controller, program change, channel pressure, pitch bend or system realtime - program change -> note, controller, program change or system realtime - channel pressure -> controller, channel pressure or pitch bend - pitch bend -> controller, channel pressure or pitch bend - system realtime -> controller, program change or system realtime * ABOUT mfxSeries * mfxSeries is a set of compact but powerful plugins for CoreMIDI or AUv3 hosts. Covering a range of use cases from common everyday MIDI manipulation tasks to creatively ambitious effects. Each plugin in the mfxSeries can be controlled and automated from the host as all controls are exposed as AUv3 parameters. mfxSeries plugins are built using the MidiBus library - http://midib.us

About

Session Notes AU

This app integrates note-taking directly into your music production workflow, allowing you to manage lyrics, mix ideas, and session details within your DAW. Version 2.0 enhances writing tools, navigation, and data safety with features like iCloud sync and backups.

Highlights
  • Integrated DAW workflow
  • Markdown-aware writing
  • Keyboard accessory tools
  • Automatic iCloud sync
  • Backup and restore functionality
  • AUv3 plugin and standalone app
  • Customizable themes and fonts
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Session Notes AU keeps your lyrics, mix notes, set lists, production reminders, and session notes inside the same DAW workflow where you track, edit, rehearse, and mix. Instead of bouncing out to a separate notes app, you can keep the writing and the work in the same place. Version 2.0 turns Session Notes AU into a more capable production companion with better writing tools, better note navigation, a flexible editor layout, and a safer day-to-day writing flow. Built For Real Session Work - Keep notes inside your DAW workflow instead of breaking focus - Switch quickly between the note browser and the active note - Resize the editor and note list with a drag handle - Use a more polished note browser with clearer active-note focus Brand New Writing Tools In 2.0 - Markdown-aware writing support - Keyboard accessory tools for lists, checklists, links, undo, redo, find, stats, and quick structure helpers - List, checklist, numbered-list, and blockquote continuation - Indent, outdent, and paired insertion helpers - In-note Find with live match highlighting - Live document stats while you write - Autosave for existing notes while you work Safer Session Flow In 2.0 - Automatic iCloud sync across devices - Manual sync when you want more control - Backup to Files App - Restore from backup if needed - Safer handling for note changes across devices Also Included - AUv3 plug-in workflow plus standalone app - Save, Save As New Note, share, delete, and reorder actions - Multiple themes for different studio environments - Separate font and size controls for browser text, title text, and note body text - Comprehensive built-in in-app manual Session Notes AU is designed for musicians, producers, engineers, and performers who want notes to feel like part of the session, not a second app sitting off to the side.

Screenshots

mfxConvert1 screens
Session Notes AU4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Session Notes AU at 4.1 against mfxConvert's 3.3. Session Notes AU also leads on price ($1.99 vs $2.99). mfxConvert's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

mfxConvert costs $2.99 and Session Notes AU $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Session Notes AU holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of mfxConvert's written reviews are positive against 63% of Session Notes AU's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
mfxConvert versus Session Notes AU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermfxConvertSession Notes AU
Price$2.99$1.99 — better
Rating3.3 (7 ratings)4.1 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews62.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings710 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAudeonic AppsChristian Thompson

Customer experience

mfxConvert

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral22.2%
Negative22.2%

Session Notes AU

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral37.5%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

mfxConvert

No in-app purchases

None

Session Notes AU

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is mfxConvert free?
mfxConvert costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Session Notes AU free?
Session Notes AU costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, mfxConvert or Session Notes AU?
Session Notes AU is rated higher. mfxConvert averages 3.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Session Notes AU averages 4.1 from 10 ratings.
Do mfxConvert or Session Notes AU have ads?
Neither mfxConvert nor Session Notes AU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, mfxConvert or Session Notes AU?
mfxConvert ships an update every 3 months, and Session Notes AU every 3 months. Most recently, mfxConvert was updated on October 9, 2026 and Session Notes AU on October 1, 2026.

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