# midi Sampler vs VB3

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VB3 at 50% against midi Sampler's 0%. VB3 also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and rating (3.5 vs 2.6). midi Sampler's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support.

VB3 is free to download; midi Sampler costs $1.99 up front. VB3 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. midi Sampler asks for nothing beyond the download.

VB3 holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of midi Sampler's written reviews are positive against 50% of VB3's.

## The numbers

| Metric | midi Sampler | VB3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-sampler/id641950873/reviews) | **[3.5 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vb3-ii/id6464588684/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Every 30 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 7 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | — |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gianluca Natalini](https://appshunter.io/developer/348380792) | [Genuine Soundware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560880481) |

## What reviewers say

### midi Sampler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-sampler/id641950873)

Transform your device into a powerful musical instrument sampler. Record or import sounds to create custom instruments, play live with virtual keyboards, or connect an external MIDI controller. Explore a vast library of free sound samples.

**Highlights:** Create custom instruments from single sounds, Receive MIDI messages from external keyboards, Import common audio formats (wav, mp3, caf, m4a), Automatic scale generation across 8 octaves, Two independent multi-touch virtual keyboards, Free downloadable sound samples

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### VB3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vb3-ii/id6464588684)

This app emulates a classic tonewheel organ, offering advanced sound modeling and effects. It includes a session recorder, audio player for backing tracks, and extensive MIDI control for live performance and production.

**Highlights:** Tonewheel engine and rotary simulator, Ring Modulator and Delay effects, Session Recorder (MIDI & WAV), Built-in Audio Player, Extensive MIDI control and mapping, Touch-friendly interface with drawbar views

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Log-in to your GSi account | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Pro Features | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is midi Sampler free?

midi Sampler costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is VB3 free?

VB3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, midi Sampler or VB3?

VB3 is rated higher. midi Sampler averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while VB3 averages 3.5 from 16 ratings.

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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.*