In Drones We Just vs StageFest
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
In Drones We Just
This app helps musicians practice intonation with customizable drone sounds. It offers various tuning systems and allows for real-time sound generation and drone list recording. Practice seamlessly with Bluetooth pedal support for switching between drones.
- Drone pitch and quality control
- Multiple tuning systems (Just Intonation, Meantones, Equal Temperament)
- Real-time sound generation
- Record and save drone lists
- Bluetooth page turning pedal support
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Take control of your drone pitch and quality: - Diapason (Concert A) calibration - 5-limit Just Intonation, Meantones, and Equal Temperament - Realtime generated sound, with controls over sound synthesis Practice without stopping to switch drones: - Record drone lists and save them as presets - Switch between drones with bluetooth page turning pedals (any keyboard type device) If you need a particular tuning system let me know!
StageFest
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StageFest is the all-in-one platform for running a music festival, from the first invitation to the last concert. Whether you organize a chamber music academy, a jazz weekend, or a multi-week masterclass course, StageFest keeps your musicians, ensembles, rooms, and schedule in sync. BUILT FOR FESTIVAL ORGANIZERS - Smart scheduling: generate a conflict-free week from your musicians, rooms, ensembles, and breaks. No more spreadsheet juggling. - Ensembles and works: group your musicians, attach their repertoire, and watch the schedule build itself. - Rooms and equipment: define every space with its piano, capacity, and availability. Track equipment per rehearsal. - Lessons and masterclasses: schedule individual lessons, masterclasses, coaching sessions, and accompaniment work alongside ensemble rehearsals. - Concert programs: order works for each concert and the schedule respects performers' time. - Broadcast announcements: keep everyone informed without the email noise. BUILT FOR MUSICIANS - Your personal schedule: see only the rehearsals and concerts you're in. - Ensemble chat: one channel per group, with all your fellow musicians and the parts they play. - Sheet music in your pocket: download your parts as PDF, ready offline. - Accommodation and travel: know where you're staying and when you're expected. - Repertoire: see what you and your teacher are preparing. DESIGNED FOR REAL FESTIVALS StageFest powers music festivals and academies across Europe, from chamber music to jazz, from weekend concerts to multi-week masterclass courses. PRIVACY-FIRST - Your festival data lives in EU-based Supabase (Frankfurt). - Contact info is shared between festival participants only if they opt in. - Block and report tools in every chat, with moderation responded to within 24 hours. - Delete your account any time, with a full 30-day cool-down, then permanent anonymization. Questions or need a hand? Reach us anytime at stagefest.app/support.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: StageFest at Free against In Drones We Just's $0.99. StageFest also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). In Drones We Just's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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StageFest is free to download; In Drones We Just costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
In Drones We Just ships an update every 5 weeks, StageFest every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | In Drones We Just | StageFest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Elijah Pouliot | StageSub AB |
In-app purchases
In Drones We Just
No in-app purchases
StageFest
No in-app purchases
Questions
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