# BandHelper vs Easy Performer

The clearest difference is ads: BandHelper at none against Easy Performer's shown. BandHelper also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 67%). Easy Performer's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BandHelper sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Easy Performer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Easy Performer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 113 and 159 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of BandHelper's written reviews are positive against 67% of Easy Performer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BandHelper | Easy Performer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (113 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandhelper/id552012927/reviews) | **[4.7 (159 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-performer/id1617292282/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 113 | **159** |
| Positive reviews | **78.3% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 77 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Arlo Leach](https://appshunter.io/developer/353281976) | [RV Applications B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1568507172) |

## What reviewers say

### BandHelper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandhelper/id552012927)

Streamline band operations with this comprehensive organizational suite. Effortlessly share music, manage setlists, and coordinate rehearsals. Enhance live performances with customizable settings and backing tracks, while also managing finances and contacts professionally.

**Highlights:** Automatic song and setlist distribution, Gig invitations and confirmations, Reference recording playback with speed/loop, Chord transposition, Customizable performance settings, Backing track and video playback, Income/expense tracking

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic - Solo Artist (month) | $3.00 | one-time |
| Plus - Solo Artist (month) | $3.49 | one-time |
| Pro - Solo Artist (month) | $4.00 | one-time |
| Basic - 2-5 Users (month) | $5.00 | one-time |
| Basic - 6-20 Users (month) | $7.00 | one-time |
| Plus - 2-5 Users (month) | $7.00 | one-time |
| Pro - 2-5 Users (month) | $9.00 | one-time |
| Plus - 6-20 Users (month) | $10.49 | one-time |
| Pro - 6-20 Users (month) | $14.00 | one-time |
| Basic - Solo Artist (year) | $18.00 | one-time |
| Plus - Solo Artist (year) | $28.00 | one-time |
| Pro - Solo Artist (year) | $38.00 | one-time |
| Basic - 2-5 Users (year) | $46.00 | one-time |
| Plus - 2-5 Users (year) | $70.00 | one-time |
| Basic - 6-20 Users (year) | $70.00 | one-time |
| Pro - 2-5 Users (year) | $94.00 | one-time |
| Plus - 6-20 Users (year) | $104.99 | one-time |
| Pro - 6-20 Users (year) | $139.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 👍 Customizable and flexible
- 🤖 Seamless MIDI integration
- 💻 Convenient web interface
- 🔄 Effective sync across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Steep learning curve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate at times
- 💲 Subscription model may be a turnoff
- 🙅‍♀️ Not very intuitive for beginners

**Reported bugs**

- Sync issues between devices
- Compatibility problems with older hardware
- Crashes when switching between documents

**Requested features**

- Ability to add handwritten notes
- Improved scrolling and page turning
- More customization options for layouts
- Integrated metronome with visual cues


### Easy Performer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-performer/id1617292282)

This app allows users to play audio and video files with integrated lyric display for live performances or home use. It supports creating custom setlists, importing media from various cloud services, and offers advanced features like smooth fade-outs and MIDI control.  Unlock full functionality with a PRO purchase.

**Highlights:** Audio and video playback, Real-time lyric display, Customizable setlists, Cloud media import, Smooth fade-out, MIDI plugin support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MIDI Plugin | $17.99 | one-time |
| EasyPerformer Pro | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and load sets
- 👍 Great for live performances
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 👍 Web import is convenient
- 👍 Individual volume control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 MIDI device recognition issues
- 🐛 Clunky song loading
- 🐛 Awkward setlist creation/navigation
- 🐛 No rewind button on pads
- 🐛 App requires Wi-Fi for verification

**Reported bugs**

- MIDI device not remembered
- MIDI device recognition is difficult
- MP3 videos displayed upside down
- Video playback starts without audio
- Playhead does not move in video playback

**Requested features**

- Allow MIDI device to be remembered
- Improve MIDI device recognition sequence
- Add independent audio outputs
- Easier text editing for lyrics/metadata
- Support for PDF import alongside music


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BandHelper free?

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

### Is Easy Performer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BandHelper or Easy Performer?

Easy Performer is rated higher. BandHelper averages 4.3 out of 5 from 113 ratings, while Easy Performer averages 4.7 from 159 ratings.

### Do BandHelper or Easy Performer have ads?

Easy Performer shows ads; BandHelper does not.

### Which is updated more often, BandHelper or Easy Performer?

BandHelper ships an update fortnightly, and Easy Performer fortnightly. Most recently, BandHelper was updated on October 29, 2026 and Easy Performer on October 30, 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.*