Banjo Legend vs Banjo Sim
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Banjo Legend
Learn to play the banjo with a virtual instrument on your mobile device. Explore classic tunes and unlock modern hits through in-app purchases. Enjoy free play, rhythm control, and challenges with friends.
- Virtual banjo instrument
- Play classic and modern songs
- Free Play mode
- Rhythm and speed control
- Challenge friends
- Unlockable song packs
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Release your inner five-string picker! Play the banjo fast and flawlessly on your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch. Play classic banjo tunes such as Dueling Banjos (from Deliverance), Cripple Creek and Foggy Mountain Breakdown. Purchase the update to unlock modern bluegrass and pop songs from Mumford & Sons, The Avett Brothers, Adele and more! ************** “Banjo Legend is well worth checking out if you’re in the mood for a rootin’ tootin’ five-string frenzy!” — AppPicker.com ************** Tap on any string to play the next note in a song. You control the rhythm and speed. Free Play mode lets you get creative - strum chords or turn on auto-roll and tap to play notes in a pattern. Challenge your friends to a banjo duel, download Banjo Legend FREE today and become King of the Strings! Songbook: Cripple Creek (Traditional) Dueling Banjos (from Deliverance) Foggy Mountain Breakdown - Earl Scruggs Game of Thrones - Ramin Djawadi* I Will Wait - Mumford and Sons* Little Lion Man - Mumford and Sons* Live and Die - The Avett Brothers* Oh! Susanna (Traditional) Rainbow Connection - Kermit She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain (Traditional) Someone Like You - Adele* The Beverly Hillbillies Theme - Paul Henning* Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine Show* * Indicates songs that are unlocked after purchasing the update. Keep an eye out for future updates - more songs and features to come. Send us your song suggestions from within the app, our Facebook page or Twitter! Watch the trailer: http://vimeo.com/elucidcode/banjolegend Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/banjolegend Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/banjolegend
Banjo Sim
This app offers an authentic banjo-playing experience with realistic sounds and intuitive controls. Explore various play modes, customize key sensitivity, and record your musical creations to share.
- Authentic banjo sounds
- Microtonal tuning
- Adjustable transpose
- Reverb and chorus effects
- Dynamic key sensitivity
- Customizable key size
- Multiple play modes
- Built-in recording and screen recording
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Discover the lively, twangy charm of the banjo with Banjo Sim, your ultimate banjo-playing companion. Designed for both beginners and seasoned musicians, Banjo Sim brings the authentic feel and sound of this iconic instrument right to your fingertips. With its user-friendly design and diverse features, you can create, play, and share music effortlessly. Key Features That Make Banjo Sim Stand Out Authentic Banjo Sounds Experience the genuine tone of a meticulously sampled 5-string banjo. Every note is crafted to deliver the warmth and vibrancy that defines the banjo's unique character. Advanced Features for Enhanced Playability Microtonal Tuning: Adjust pitches for traditional and experimental scales, ideal for world music and microtonal compositions. Transpose Adjustment: Easily shift keys to match your musical preferences or play along with other instruments. Reverb Effects: Add depth and atmosphere to your performance with adjustable reverb. Chorus Mode: Layer your notes with rich harmonies, creating a fuller and more dynamic sound. Dynamic Key Sensitivity: Play with natural expression—soft presses produce quieter tones, while harder presses deliver louder, more powerful notes. Customizable Keys Adjust the size of the keys to suit your playing style. Whether you prefer wider keys for precise picking or smaller ones for fast strumming, Banjo Sim adapts to your needs. Three Dynamic Play Modes Free Play Mode: Strum or pick multiple strings simultaneously and enjoy the full resonance of the banjo. Perfect for creating spontaneous melodies and rhythms. Single Key Mode: Focus on one note at a time, ideal for learning and perfecting banjo riffs. Soft Release Mode: Add a natural touch with gentle fade-outs as you lift your fingers, creating a smooth and expressive playing experience. Record and Revisit Your Music Capture your performances with the built-in recording feature. Whether you're practicing, composing, or performing, your music is just a play button away. Share Your Masterpieces Seamlessly share your recordings with friends, family, or the world. Inspire others with your creativity and talent! Screen Recording Capability: Elevate your musical creativity with Banjo Sim's new screen recording feature. Capture your mesmerizing Banjo performances directly within the app, allowing you to effortlessly document your musical journey. Record your improvisations, practice sessions, or complete compositions with a single tap, and instantly share your artistic expressions with friends, fellow musicians, or on social media platforms. This intuitive recording functionality ensures that no moment of musical inspiration is lost, empowering you to preserve and share the unique, ethereal sounds of your banjo exploration. Why Choose Banjo Sim? Realistic Experience: The app replicates the true feel and sound of a physical banjo, making it the perfect tool for practice or performance. Elegant Design: A sleek, user-friendly interface ensures that every musician, from novice to pro, feels right at home. Creative Flexibility: With versatile modes, adjustable keys, and authentic sounds, Banjo Sim puts you in control of your musical journey. Whether you're strumming up a storm, composing a bluegrass tune, or exploring the banjo for the first time, Banjo Sim offers endless possibilities. Download Banjo Sim today and let the spirit of the banjo take you on a musical adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Banjo Legend at 4.5 against Banjo Sim's 3.8. Banjo Legend also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (166 vs 6). Banjo Sim's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 16 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Banjo Legend sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Banjo Sim sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Banjo Legend holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Banjo Legend has 166 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Banjo Legend ships an update every 16 months, Banjo Sim every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Banjo Legend | Banjo Sim |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (166 ratings) — better | 3.8 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 65.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 166 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 150 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tim Ross | Alper Kahriman |
Customer experience
Banjo Legend
Banjo Sim
Bugs and requests
Banjo Legend
Reported bugs
3 issues- Upgrade problem: cannot purchase full version
- Auto roll stumbles and stutters at high speeds
- Doesn't work at all as good as it could for keeping a tempo
Requested features
10 requests- More traditional songs
- More songs in general
- Ability to search for songs
- Add three-finger picking technique
- One-finger auto roll with swing control based on BPM
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- Add tabs instead of chords
- Make the app better and easier
- More features for free
- Audiobus integration
- Match banjo roll speed to drum tempo (quantization or MIDI clock sync)
Banjo Sim
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Banjo Legend
- Upgrade$1.99
Banjo Sim
- Get Premium$9.99
Questions
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