Comparison

AloneQuartet Prepaid vs MusePad

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

Head to head
About

AloneQuartet Prepaid

Easily create multi-panel videos by recording footage in up to four separate sections. Switch cameras, overlay recordings, and adjust individual audio levels for each panel. Save and import videos from your camera roll with no time limits.

Highlights
  • Record in 4 separate panels
  • Switch between front/rear cameras
  • Overlay new recordings
  • Import/export videos
  • Individual volume control
  • Video trimming
  • Built-in metronome
Features
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This is the prepaid version of the app with the same name. Please use this version if you need prepayment for Apple School Manager, etc. AloneQuartet is an app that makes it super easy to create 4-panel split videos. ◆Features - Record videos in each of the 4 panels using the camera - Switch between front and rear cameras - Record new videos while watching previously recorded panels - Save recorded videos to camera roll - Import videos from camera roll - No time limit for long recordings - Real-time microphone feedback during recording - Bluetooth headphone and speaker support - AirPlay device compatibility - Built-in click function (simple metronome) - iPad large screen support - Individual volume control for each panel - Video trim function to set start/end times ◆How to use ◆◆Preview Tap any of the 4 panels to display camera preview. ◆◆Camera switching Press CAMERA on the right to switch between front and rear cameras. ◆◆Recording Press REC on the right while in preview mode to start recording. ◆◆Overlay recording When you start recording, previously recorded panels will play back while the target panel records. ◆◆Playback Press PLAY on the right to start playback. ◆◆Stop Press STOP on the right to stop recording/playback. ◆◆Mix Press MIX on the right to go to the MIX screen. Select the mix format and press preview or save to mix. ◆◆Volume control Adjust individual volume for each panel with volume sliders. Create balanced audio during mixing. ◆◆Video trim Set start/end times for recorded videos. Extract only needed parts for precise editing. ◆◆Data saving Save data to Photos app. Press the button at the top right of a panel and select save to Photos. ◆◆Data loading From an empty panel, press the top right button and select load from Photos. ◆◆Metronome function From SETTINGS, turn on click sound and set volume, tempo, etc. Click sound starts when recording begins. ◆◆Audio feedback function From SETTINGS, turn on audio feedback and set volume, etc. You can hear input audio through headphones. ◆◆iPad support Supports iPad sizes with wider, more visible screens. Also supports iPad Pro multiple screens. ◆◆Multi-language support Supports Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, French, and Spanish. Thank you for reading. We plan to add more convenient features in the future, so please look forward to it.

About

MusePad

This app is a versatile MPE controller for music producers, offering customizable rigs with various devices like pads, keyboards, and controllers. It allows for on-the-fly layout switching, MIDI learning with DAWs, and dynamic key/scale adjustments. Save and recall your setups as reusable projects for studio, rehearsal, or live performances.

Highlights
  • 6D MPE controller
  • Multiple device types (pads, keyboard, controllers)
  • Customizable layouts and modes
  • MIDI Learn with DAW integration
  • Dynamic key/scale switching
  • Project-based workflow for saving and sharing setups
  • Bluetooth and Network MIDI connectivity
Features
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Muse Pad is a 6D MPE controller designed for music producers. Build expressive rigs with multiple device types, switch layouts on the fly, and map any control in seconds—then save everything as reusable projects. Highlights Multiple devices: Pads, Keyboard, Controllers, and more Modes and layouts tailored to playing styles and stages Custom velocity curves per device for consistent feel MIDI Learn with DAW: map sliders, arc knobs, bend wheel, XY pad, camera tracker Dynamic key/scale switching for instant musical context Project‑based workflow: save, recall, and share setups Connectivity Bluetooth MIDI and Network MIDI for wireless stages Works with leading DAWs, synths, and hardware via CoreMIDI Devices & Controls Pads: velocity‑sensitive grooves, drum racks, finger drumming Keyboard: in‑key/chromatic/regular modes, octave, and split layouts Controllers: sliders, arc knobs, bend wheel, XY pad, switches Per‑control ranges, smoothing, inversion, and scaling Projects Save complete device states, mappings, keys/scales, and curves Create variations for studio, rehearsal, and live shows Built for Musicians Refine touch with curves, and automate parameter changes via MIDI Learn Pricing Standard: monthly subscription or one‑time lifetime unlock Manage subscriptions in‑app; restore purchases anytime Privacy & Support https://muse-pad-web.vercel.app/muse-pad No unnecessary data collection; designed for reliable performance Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AloneQuartet Prepaid4 screens
MusePad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MusePad at Free against AloneQuartet Prepaid's $2.99. MusePad also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). AloneQuartet Prepaid's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On ratings volume, ads and device support 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

MusePad is free to download; AloneQuartet Prepaid costs $2.99 up front. MusePad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. AloneQuartet Prepaid asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MusePad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AloneQuartet Prepaid ships an update every 3 weeks, MusePad every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AloneQuartet Prepaid versus MusePad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAloneQuartet PrepaidMusePad
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNaoto SasakiShenzhen Comus Electronic Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

AloneQuartet Prepaid

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

MusePad

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

AloneQuartet Prepaid

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

MusePad

Subscriptions3
  • Muse Pad MIDI Controller Standard$4.991 Month
  • Muse Pad Course Plan (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Muse Pad Course Plan (Yearly)$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Muse Pad MIDI Controller Standard$14.99

Questions

Is AloneQuartet Prepaid free?
AloneQuartet Prepaid costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MusePad free?
MusePad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AloneQuartet Prepaid or MusePad?
MusePad is rated higher. AloneQuartet Prepaid averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while MusePad averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do AloneQuartet Prepaid or MusePad have ads?
Neither AloneQuartet Prepaid nor MusePad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AloneQuartet Prepaid or MusePad?
AloneQuartet Prepaid ships an update every 3 weeks, and MusePad every 3 days. Most recently, AloneQuartet Prepaid was updated on October 17, 2026 and MusePad on October 9, 2026.

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