# Tabletop vs Kontrol for Traktor

The clearest difference is rating: Kontrol for Traktor at 3.8 against Tabletop's 3.3. Kontrol for Traktor also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 11.0). Tabletop's advantage is ratings volume (86 vs 5) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 5 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabletop sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Kontrol for Traktor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kontrol for Traktor holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabletop has 86 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of Tabletop's written reviews are positive against 50% of Kontrol for Traktor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Tabletop ships an update every 3 months, Kontrol for Traktor every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabletop | Kontrol for Traktor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabletop/id436080882/reviews) | **[3.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kontrol-for-traktor/id1045782401/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **86** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **55.2% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.4 GB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Retronyms Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/307726643) | [XAN Software GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/942090166) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabletop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabletop/id436080882)

Create music with a modular studio environment. Mix and match over 40 virtual instruments, effects, and sequencers to compose songs, beats, and mashups. Expand your sound palette by purchasing additional devices.

**Highlights:** Modular music creation environment, Over 40 virtual instruments and effects, Mix and match devices, Create beats, songs, and mashups, Piano roll timeline editor, MIDI support, Share music to SoundCloud

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EKKO | $1.99 | one-time |
| WHIRL | $2.99 | one-time |
| Verve | $2.99 | one-time |
| XFADE | $2.99 | one-time |
| TT-303 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cueboard | $2.99 | one-time |
| GLITCHBOARD | $3.99 | one-time |
| Deadbeat | $3.99 | one-time |
| X0X Drum Deranger | $7.99 | one-time |
| RS4000 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bundle E | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Innovative modular design
- 🎨 Versatile music creation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔋 High CPU usage
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔇 Poor sound quality

**Reported bugs**

- Synth parameters not saving properly
- Incompatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Unreliable audio export

**Requested features**

- MIDI support
- Improved sequencing capabilities
- More free sound modules
- Waveform editing and sample management


### Kontrol for Traktor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kontrol-for-traktor/id1045782401)

This app functions as a wireless MIDI controller for DJ software like Traktor and Virtual DJ. It offers extensive controls for decks, cues, EQs, and effects, with a unique touchstrip for efficient operation. It also includes Apple Watch integration for controlling key DJ functions remotely.

**Highlights:** Wireless MIDI control, Apple Watch integration, Revolutionary touchstrip, Controls for Traktor, Serato, Virtual DJ, 4 decks, hot cues, EQ, FX, loops, Remix Deck controls

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kontrol Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabletop free?

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

### Is Kontrol for Traktor free?

Kontrol for Traktor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tabletop or Kontrol for Traktor?

Kontrol for Traktor is rated higher. Tabletop averages 3.3 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while Kontrol for Traktor averages 3.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do Tabletop or Kontrol for Traktor have ads?

Neither Tabletop nor Kontrol for Traktor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tabletop or Kontrol for Traktor?

Tabletop ships an update every 3 months, and Kontrol for Traktor every 5 months. Most recently, Tabletop was updated on October 23, 2026 and Kontrol for Traktor on October 5, 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.*