Comparison

TinyMIDI vs FT Control for YAESU

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TinyMIDI

Features
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Companion app for the TinyMIDI Morse Code paddle adapter. Allows users to: • Pair TinyMIDI devices via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) • Use a side tone generator with adjustable WPM • Test external key input • Test capacitive touch paddle Privacy Policy: https://n6ara.com/privacy-policy/

About

FT Control for YAESU

Control and operate selected YAESU transceivers remotely or locally. Features integrated digital modes, logging, dual VFO, and DX-Cluster alerts. Supports CW operation with unique keyboard or paddle input.

Highlights
  • Remote transceiver operation
  • Integrated digital modes (FT8, FT4, CW, SSTV)
  • Comprehensive logging with ADIF support
  • Dual VFO and waterfall displays
  • DX-Cluster integration and alerts
  • Remote CW operation via keyboard/paddle
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FT Control for YAESU is an innovative Software Defined Radio (SDR) client designed specifically for iPad and iPhone users, allowing comprehensive control and operation of selected YAESU transceivers. Developed to maximize the capabilities of the FT-710, FTdx-10, and FTdx-101 (D or MP) models, this app is your gateway to operating your transceiver seamlessly, both locally and remotely via the internet. KEY FEATURES ■ Full Control Anywhere: Operate your YAESU transceiver locally at home or from anywhere in the world with an internet connection through the YAESU SCU-LAN10 network interface. ■ Integrated Digital Modes: Use built-in tools for FT8, FT4, CW, Weather FAX and SSTV (NEW!) without the need for external software. ■ Logging: Maintain a comprehensive logbook with automatic logging, ADIF import/export. ■ Dual VFO and Waterfalls: Manage dual VFO settings and view real-time dual waterfall displays for detailed frequency insights (dependent on transceiver capabilities). ■ DX-Cluster and Alerts: Stay updated with DX-Cluster integration and personalized alerts for desired callsigns, DXCCs, States or others. ■ Visual and Interactive Features: View radio spots in the waterfall display, check band limits, and see callsigns on a map complete with directional data. ■ CW Operation: Offers unique CW capabilities not supported by YAESU, including remote CW transmission via keyboard or a hardware paddle connected via CTR2/MIDI Controller. WHAT YOU NEED: - An YAESU FT-710, FT-dx10 or FTDX-101 (D or MP) - A YAESU SCU-LAN10 interface - The Transceiver needs to be connected to the SCU-LAN interface - The SCU-LAN interface needs to be connected to your local Network - No USB cable needed or supported - An iPhone or iPad which runs at least iOS 18 LEARN MORE: Discover all features here: https://ham-radio-apps.com Access the full Manual: https://ham-radio-apps.com/manuals Note: FT-Control for YAESU is independently developed and is not affiliated with or endorsed by YAESU Corporation.

Screenshots

TinyMIDI3 screens
FT Control for YAESU4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TinyMIDI at Free against FT Control for YAESU's $89.99. TinyMIDI also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

TinyMIDI is free to download; FT Control for YAESU costs $89.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TinyMIDI ships an update every 8 days, FT Control for YAESU fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TinyMIDI versus FT Control for YAESU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTinyMIDIFT Control for YAESU
PriceFree — better$89.99
Rating—4.6 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—90.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperN6ARA ElectronicsMarcus Roskosch

In-app purchases

None

TinyMIDI

No in-app purchases

None

FT Control for YAESU

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TinyMIDI free?
TinyMIDI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FT Control for YAESU free?
FT Control for YAESU costs $89.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TinyMIDI or FT Control for YAESU have ads?
Neither TinyMIDI nor FT Control for YAESU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TinyMIDI or FT Control for YAESU?
TinyMIDI ships an update every 8 days, and FT Control for YAESU fortnightly. Most recently, TinyMIDI was updated on September 17, 2026 and FT Control for YAESU on September 16, 2026.

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