# Harp Real vs Simple Harp

The clearest difference is rating: Harp Real at 4.7 against Simple Harp's 3.7. Harp Real also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (647 vs 3). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Harp sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Harp Real asks for nothing beyond the download.

Harp Real holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Harp Real has 647 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Harp Real | Simple Harp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (647 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harp-real/id1481348599/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-harp/id6757120334/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **647** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 97 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Son Truong Ngoc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447240720) | [Mustafa Demir](https://appshunter.io/developer/1204716531) |

## What reviewers say

### Harp Real

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harp-real/id1481348599)

This app simulates a 27-string lever harp, offering a realistic playing experience with a wide frequency range. Practice songs with adjustable speed and transposition, or play in real-time. Record and share your music.

**Highlights:** 27-string lever harp simulation, Frequency range C3 to A6#, Offline and online song practice, Adjustable song speed and transposition, Reverb effect, Normal and RealTime play modes, Autoplay option, Record, playback, and share functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎵 Realistic harp sound quality
- 💰 Free app with premium features
- 🎛️ Adjustable parameters (reverb, room size, tuning levers)
- 🎼 Built-in songs included
- 😌 Relaxing and enjoyable to play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Unexpected ads during gameplay
- 📖 Lack of instruction manual/documentation
- 🔊 Sound issues for some users
- 🎵 Pitch accuracy problems reported
- ❌ Missing second hand notes for some songs

**Reported bugs**

- No sound output for some users
- Volume control not easily accessible
- Incorrect pitches in some instances
- App not functioning properly on some devices

**Requested features**

- Background play functionality
- Transpose button
- Second hand notes for all songs
- Better documentation/tutorial


### Simple Harp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-harp/id6757120334)

Experience the soothing sounds of the harp on your mobile device. This app offers multiple harp sound sets, built-in songs with MIDI practice, rhythmic accompaniment, and a recording library for musical exploration and practice.

**Highlights:** Multiple harp sound sets, MIDI playback with visual guide, Built-in songs for practice, Rhythm and groove accompaniment, Recording and playback library, Adjustable playback speed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get Premium | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Harp Real free?

Harp Real is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simple Harp free?

Simple Harp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Harp Real or Simple Harp?

Harp Real is rated higher. Harp Real averages 4.7 out of 5 from 647 ratings, while Simple Harp averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Harp Real or Simple Harp have ads?

Both Harp Real and Simple Harp show ads.

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