bismark DamperPedal vs MIDI Expression Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
bismark DamperPedal
This app turns your mobile device into a MIDI sustain pedal. It sends MIDI Control Change #64 messages for reliable control of MIDI instruments and apps. Ideal for musicians and producers seeking a touch-based MIDI solution.
- MIDI Control Change #64 sending
- CoreMIDI and Bluetooth MIDI support
- Compatible with most MIDI instruments
- Instant response and low-latency
- Clean and simple interface
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Transform your mobile device into a professional MIDI damper pedal. bismark DamperPedal is a lightweight, easy-to-use MIDI controller app that replicates the function of a traditional sustain (damper) pedal by sending MIDI Control Change #64 messages. Whether you're performing on stage, recording in your studio, or simply exploring MIDI instruments, bismark DamperPedal provides a reliable alternative to physical pedals — right from your iPhone or iPad. Features: ・Sends MIDI Control Change #64 (Damper/Sustain Pedal) ・CoreMIDI and Bluetooth MIDI support ・Compatible with most MIDI instruments and apps ・Instant response and low-latency control ・Clean and simple interface Designed for musicians, producers, and developers looking for a compact, touch-based MIDI sustain solution. Download now and enhance your MIDI setup!
MIDI Expression Control
This application allows users to modify settings for MIDI Expression devices. Ensure your device has firmware version 2.6 or higher for iOS compatibility.
- Change device settings
- Compatible with MIDI Expression devices
- iOS firmware compatibility check
- Free to download
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This is the Control Application for MIDI Expression devices. It lets you change settings for the devices. Please note that the iOS version of the Control Application is only compatible with devices running firmware version 2.6 and up.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MIDI Expression Control at Free against bismark DamperPedal's $0.99. MIDI Expression Control also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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
MIDI Expression Control is free to download; bismark DamperPedal costs $0.99 up front. bismark DamperPedal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MIDI Expression Control asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for bismark DamperPedal against 5.0 for MIDI Expression Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
bismark DamperPedal ships an update every 4 months, MIDI Expression Control every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | bismark DamperPedal | MIDI Expression Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | bismark LLC | Robert Jonkman |
Customer experience
bismark DamperPedal
MIDI Expression Control
In-app purchases
bismark DamperPedal
- Remove Ads$0.99
MIDI Expression Control
No in-app purchases
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