Comparison

Numa Player vs SpolaSong

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

Head to head
About

Numa Player

This virtual instrument offers a multitimbral sound engine optimized for multi-core CPUs, providing low latency and high polyphony. It allows for flexible zone management, extensive sound libraries, and integrated effects for live performances and studio use.

Highlights
  • Multitimbral Instrument Player
  • Cross-Platform (macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS)
  • Standalone or Plugin mode
  • Multi-core CPU optimization
  • Infinite Zone management
  • Extensive sound library
  • 9 Insert Effects and 3 Master Effects
Features
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Numa Player is a completely free virtual instrument. It's not only the perfect companion for your SL Keyboard, but it is also much more! The User Interface scales to different monitor sizes to fit best in your Audio/MIDI setup and makes Numa Player the first Studiologic Instrument Player available for macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS. KEY POINTS • A completely free Multitimbral Instrument Player. • The Only Cross-Platform Instrument: macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS. • Works in Standalone or Plugin mode. • The perfect match for Studiologic SL Controllers. • Live performances and Studio features. • A new "easy to use" user interface. • 4 Parts, 27 free sounds. • 9 Insert Effects and 3 Master Effects. MULTI-CORE. The advanced sound engine of Numa Player 2 takes your performance to the next level. It's now optimized to harness the full power of your device's multi-core cpu, delivering exceptional performance and ultra-low latency even in the most demanding setups1. Enjoy higher polyphony and smoother playback, no matter how complex your project gets. MULTIZONE. Designed with ultimate flexibility in mind, Numa Player 2 allows you to create and manage infinite Zones effortlessly. Add, duplicate, or drag and reposition zones with ease, all within an intuitive interface that puts full creative control at your fingertips. Customize each zone with its own sound parameters, keyboard ranges, and MIDI settings, or even assign custom colors for clear and easy navigation during your performance. MANY SOUNDS. Numa Player 2 comes packed with an extensive library of professionally recorded, high-quality sounds, covering a wide range of music genres and styles. Among Acoustic Pianos, punchy leads, orchestral textures and intricate percussive elements, find the perfect sound to bring your music to life. WHAT'S YOUR PROGRAM? In a Program you can combine any sound with its own insert effects. Save and load your program sets for Live performances and Studio sessions. 9x3 SOUND EFFECTS. MULTIPLY YOUR MOODS. Numa Player provides up to 9 integrated insert effects for each part and a Master effects section. LIVE OR STUDIO. PLAY SMARTER LIKE NEVER BEFORE. Organize the best Live Performarce setup with your devices and MIDI controllers or use Numa Player as an instrument plugin inside your DAW2 to create professional music sequences.

About

SpolaSong

Features
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SpolaSong turns your iPhone or iPad into a versatile musical instrument for playing, rehearsing and performing. Play directly from the on-screen keyboard, combine sounds, adjust effects and organize your songs into setlists so everything you need is ready for rehearsals and live performances. KEY FEATURES • On-screen keyboard for playing directly on your device • Up to 4 simultaneous parts/sounds • Volume, pan, reverb and EQ controls • Chorus and Delay effects • Tonal Pad for sustained notes and harmonic layers • Split, tuning, octave and velocity controls • Setlists with songs and sections such as Intro, Verse, Chorus and Solo • Stage Mode with large, simple controls for live performance • Import SoundFonts in .sf2 format • External MIDI support on compatible devices • MIDI Learn for mapping your keyboard controls • Optimized interface for iPhone and iPad • Available in Portuguese, English and Spanish SpolaSong does not require an external MIDI keyboard. You can play directly on the on-screen keys and explore the app using only your iPhone or iPad. Some sounds are downloaded from the internet the first time they are used. Once loaded, they are available for use within the app. Whether you are practicing, rehearsing or performing live, SpolaSong brings instruments, controls, effects, setlists and Stage Mode together in one interface.

Screenshots

Numa Player4 screens
SpolaSong3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SpolaSong at none against Numa Player's 4. SpolaSong also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). Numa Player's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Numa Player sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. SpolaSong asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Numa Player ships an update monthly, SpolaSong every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Numa Player versus SpolaSong: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNuma PlayerSpolaSong
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB392 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFATAR SRLR.R. PROCESSAMENTO DE DADOS E SERVIÇOS SS LTDA

Bugs and requests

Numa Player

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashing issues in GarageBand
  • Incompatibility with some MIDI controllers
  • Sustain pedal causing noise

Requested features

6 requests
  • More types of resonance (aliquot, body, bridge/soundboard)
  • New piano models (Bosendorfer, Yamaha CFX)
  • More instruments (brass, saxes)
  • Ability to save custom patches
  • Ability to resize on-screen keyboard
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  • MIDI learn functionality

SpolaSong

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Numa Player

One-time4
  • Farfisa Compact$0.99
  • VINTAGE PIANOS$17.99
  • GRAN CODA$24.99
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  • STAGE D$24.99
None

SpolaSong

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Numa Player free?
Numa Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SpolaSong free?
SpolaSong is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Numa Player or SpolaSong have ads?
Neither Numa Player nor SpolaSong shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Numa Player or SpolaSong?
Numa Player ships an update monthly, and SpolaSong every 3 days. Most recently, Numa Player was updated on October 18, 2026 and SpolaSong on October 9, 2026.

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