MIDI Drum vs V
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MIDI Drum
Create and perform drum patterns with an 8-track sequencer. Connect to external instruments and apps via Bluetooth or USB MIDI. Share your creations and explore a library of user-made songs.
- 8-track drum sequencer
- User-friendly interface
- Live performance mode
- General MIDI sound source
- Bluetooth LE and USB MIDI support
- Song library for sharing
- Export Standard MIDI Files (paid add-on)
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Key Features: - 8-track drum sequencer - Simple, user-friendly interface - Display and edit 4 to 48 steps across 4 cycles on a single screen - Live performance with up to 6 toggleable blocks - Built-in sound source compliant with General MIDI - Compatible with electronic instruments via MIDI connection (e.g., Casiotone, PortaTone, InstaChord) - Connection options: Bluetooth LE MIDI or USB MIDI - Extend sound sources by connecting with other apps such as bs-16i - Can be operated via external MIDI devices, keyboards, and page-turning switches - Song library for sharing self-created data and downloading from other users - Export Standard MIDI Files (SMF) – available as a paid add-on *Loading data created by other users is free. *In-app purchases apply across all devices. Official Website (Japanese): https://instachord.com/product/midi-drum/ User Manual (English): https://kantan-music.notion.site/MIDI-Drum-Manual-5976bdeba4f04900851f0e3c9ae247d6 Song Library: https://instachord.com/community/drum-data/ Developer: bismark [https://www.bismark.jp/
V
This app simplifies controlling Roland V-Drums modules from your smartphone. Easily select and customize drum kits, manage the metronome, and record your performances. It's designed for beginners and acoustic drummers transitioning to electronic kits.
- Quick drum kit selection
- Customizable drum kit naming and colors
- Favorite kit grouping
- Intuitive metronome control with tap tempo
- Performance recording
- Wireless setup and connection
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Simplify Your V-Drums Experience V-Drums Play is a free companion app that lets you control essential functions on a supported Roland V-Drums module from your smartphone. No complicated menus—just connect, select the function you want, and start playing. Perfect for beginners and acoustic players new to electronic drums, V-Drums Play keeps you focused on what matters most—having fun and improving every day. ・Easy Drum Kit Control - Quickly select drum kits - Rename drum kits and set unique colors for easy identification - Create a group of favorite kits for fast access ・Intuitive Metronome and Recording Operation - Turn the metronome on/off, customize the click sound, and use tap tempo to easily set the speed - Record your drumming to capture performances and check your progress ・Connect Instantly - Wireless setup is simple. Just follow the step-by-step instructions in the app to pair your device with the module. V-Drums Play is compatible with the V31, V51 and V71 V-Drums sound modules, as well as all V-Drums kits that include them.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MIDI Drum at 3.7 against V's 1.0. MIDI Drum also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). V's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume 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. MIDI Drum sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. V asks for nothing beyond the download.
MIDI Drum holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively.
MIDI Drum ships an update every 3 weeks, V every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MIDI Drum | V |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | 1.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | InstaChord Corp. | Roland Corporation |
Customer experience
MIDI Drum
V
In-app purchases
MIDI Drum
- Save in proprietary format$4.99
- Export as SMF$4.99
V
No in-app purchases









