Comparison

VAPolyTS vs Setlist MIDI

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

Head to head
About

VAPolyTS

Create iconic electronic music sounds with this polyphonic synthesizer. It offers advanced oscillator stacks, a step sequencer, and built-in effects for crafting Trance, House, and Techno. Seamlessly share projects across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Polyphonic subtractive synthesizer
  • Stack oscillators with detuned and octave-shifted outputs
  • Analog style step sequencer with piano roll editor
  • Built-in delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, EQ, and compressor
  • Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) and Ableton Link support
  • MIDI 2.0 and Bluetooth MIDI compatibility
  • iCloud Drive project sharing across Apple devices
Features
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VAPolyTS is polyphonic synthesizer for iPhone, iPad and Mac. It is inspired by the synthesizers which contributed to shape iconic sounds of Trance, House and Techno Music in 1990’s. It operates as a stand alone or as an AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). Stand Alone supports Ableton Link, MIDI and audio file export. The synthesizer features two stack oscillators. The one of them can generate mix of detuned seven oscillator outputs. The other one can generate mix of several octave shifted oscillator outputs. It also features a mixer, a resonant low pass filter, a resonant hight pass filter, an amplifier, two envelope generators, two LFO and analog style step sequencer. Built-in Effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, eq and compressor. VAPolyTS also includes sequencer which features piano roll editor and parameter automation. Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive, so that the project can be accessed from iPhone, iPad or Mac. Main Features Polyphonic subtractive synthesizer. Stack oscillator which can generate mix of seven detuned oscillator outputs. Stack oscillator which can generate mix of several octave shifted oscillator outputs. Analog Style Step Sequencer. Eight Assignable Controllers. Maximum 8 voice polyphony. it depends on performance of the device it is running. Built-in effects and piano roll sequencer. Audio Export. Linear PCM format (AIFF, WAV and CAF) and compressed format (AAC) Support Audio Unit Extension (AUv3). Support MIDI 2.0. Support Foot Pedal and Per Note Control. Support Ableton Link, Bluetooth MIDI, MIDI In / Out. Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Support iCloud Drive to share project files between the platforms. Include 256 Factory Presets. Improvements Support MIDI Foot Pedal (CC#11, CC#64) Support MIDI2.0 Per Note Control Messages MIDI CC Settings are saved. It will be recovered when the app launched in the next time. System Requirements iOS 17.0 or later Devices with Apple Silicon are recommended. A13 Fusion or above is highly recommended. if sound is distorted when using a device with less CPU power, reduce number of voices. AudioUnit Extension (AUv3) requires host application which support AudioUnit Extension. AudioUnit Extension is supported by Apple Logic and Apple Garage Band on iOS and macOS. For any other DAW, it depends on the application and some of them don’t support AudioUnit Extension.

About

Setlist MIDI

Features
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Setlist MIDI is the professional tool for live musicians who need reliable tempo control on stage — from MIDI pedalboards and switchers to synths, drum machines, loopers, and effects. Now you can control any MIDI device via PC or CC messages using only your phone, making your setup simpler, more portable, and more powerful. Organize your full setlist before the show and let the app handle the rest. When you tap a song during performance, MIDI Clock starts instantly at the correct BPM — keeping pedals, time-based effects, sequencers, backing tracks, and your entire MIDI rig perfectly in sync. SETLIST & SONG MANAGEMENT Create setlists with artist, venue, and date. Add songs with individual BPM, time signature, tracks, cues, and key settings. Reorder your set easily with drag and drop — ready for performance. MIDI CLOCK & GEAR INTEGRATION Send MIDI Clock (Start, Stop, Clock) to any MIDI destination — USB, Bluetooth MIDI, DIN (via interface), or virtual ports. Control pedals, effects, switchers, synths, samplers, and any MIDI-compatible device. The app automatically detects available MIDI destinations and reconnects when devices are unplugged and plugged back in. When switching songs with the clock running, BPM updates smoothly without stopping playback. TRACKS, CUES & PERFORMANCE CONTROL Play backing tracks directly from your setlist with sample-accurate sync. Use cues to guide your performance with clear visual or audio markers — perfect for transitions, entries, and structure. Everything stays locked to MIDI Clock. BUILT-IN METRONOME A precise click keeps your timing solid. Accented downbeat, soft subdivisions, and a visual pulse in sync with the audio. Independent volume control. Works with any time signature. KEY TRANSPOSITION (BETA) Instantly transpose songs to match your vocalist or instrument. Adjust keys on the fly without changing your workflow. STAGE-READY DESIGN High-contrast dark interface for low-light environments. Large controls for fast interaction. Monospaced BPM display for easy reading at a distance. AUDIO ROUTING Designed for live performance. Works with Bluetooth audio, wired headphones, and USB audio interfaces. Background audio keeps tracks, clock, and metronome running even when the screen is locked. WHO IS IT FOR Guitarists, bassists, keyboard players, drummers, and music directors who need a central place to control tempo, tracks, and MIDI — whether syncing pedals, loopers, backing tracks, or a full live rig. Fast, stable MIDI Clock control — right in your hand. — Developed by YejBand

Screenshots

VAPolyTS4 screens
Setlist MIDI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VAPolyTS at $3.99 against Setlist MIDI's $12.99. Setlist MIDI's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

VAPolyTS costs $3.99 and Setlist MIDI $12.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VAPolyTS ships an update every 10 months, Setlist MIDI every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
VAPolyTS versus Setlist MIDI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVAPolyTSSetlist MIDI
Price$3.99 — better$12.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyo TogawaEder Mariano

In-app purchases

None

VAPolyTS

No in-app purchases

None

Setlist MIDI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VAPolyTS free?
VAPolyTS costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Setlist MIDI free?
Setlist MIDI costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do VAPolyTS or Setlist MIDI have ads?
Neither VAPolyTS nor Setlist MIDI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VAPolyTS or Setlist MIDI?
VAPolyTS ships an update every 10 months, and Setlist MIDI every 2 days. Most recently, VAPolyTS was updated on October 28, 2026 and Setlist MIDI on October 25, 2026.

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