LOOPBAR vs MTVP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
LOOPBAR
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Create audio loops in real time! Record multiple tracks, set individual loop points and build your musical ideas layer by layer. LOOPBAR is your creative tool for audio loops on iPhone and iPad. Capture ideas on the spot, set precise loop points and layer multiple tracks on top of each other. FEATURES: β’ Create multiple independent audio tracks β’ Record directly via the built-in microphone β’ Set individual loop points with drag & drop β’ Real-time playback position with visual indicator β’ Adjust loop points during playback β’ Play and stop all tracks simultaneously β’ Simple track management with add and delete Perfect for musicians, songwriters and anyone who wants to quickly capture musical ideas and build loops.
MTVP
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MTVP is a MIDI-controlled video player with a timecode display for music composing and scoring. I had a very simple need: Use my synth/sequencer to control playback of :30/:60/:90 second social media videos on my iPhone, with a timecode display, for scoring music. Existing apps are heavy, had a ton of features I didn't want or need, and were all overkill for this simple task. I just wanted to control a video via PLAY/STOP/CONTINUE sent from my synth/sequencer, and see a timecode to understand timing. MTVP does this simply and easily, because that's all it does. Features: - Responds to MIDI system transport messages: play, stop, and continue (with SPP) - Supports MIDI CC control of start/stop/continue via custom configuration - Timecode display - Auto BPM detection from MIDI clock - Hybrid clock sync (timecode corrects to MIDI clock every beat) - Use app with a saved video or no video - Loads video files locally. Takes a bit longer to load, but no privacy concerns and works even without an internet connection. - Mute video audio - Mute toggle, On, and Off available as custom CC mapping for hardware control - Bluetooth support - Auto/Light/Dark appearances - MIDI connection selection, memory, and state detection - Connect directly via cable or use a Mac as a wireless MIDI hub - Supports Apple Shortcuts - Works on Apple Silicon Macs, too! - Works with any MIDI-compatible DAW, sequencer, or software Configuration: - Tap on the TIMECODE to configure preferences Important Note: While MTVP's timecode corrects to MIDI clock every beat, it doesn't attempt to keep the video in sync with the device that sends the start/continue command. Once you send a command, the video free-plays. The video will eventually drift and get out of sync with your device(s), but it's negligible for very short social media videos.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MTVP at Free against LOOPBAR's $0.99. MTVP also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
MTVP is free to download; LOOPBAR costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | LOOPBAR | MTVP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free β better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 16.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Helge Ohl | Matthew Schultz |
In-app purchases
LOOPBAR
No in-app purchases
MTVP
No in-app purchases





