Comparison

MidiAnalyzer vs MS50G Editor

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

Head to head
About

MidiAnalyzer

Analyze, test, and control MIDI data in real-time on your iPhone or iPad. Supports USB, Bluetooth, and virtual ports, with customizable pads for sending messages and chords for instrument testing. Ideal for musicians, producers, and developers.

Highlights
  • Real-time MIDI data analysis
  • USB, Bluetooth LE, and Network MIDI support
  • Customizable MIDI control pads
  • Chord creation and sending
  • Virtual MIDI port for inter-app communication
  • MIDI message filtering
Features
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MidiAnalyzer – Understand, Test and Control MIDI MidiAnalyzer is the perfect tool for anyone working with MIDI on iPhone or iPad. Whether you're a musician, producer, or developer – analyze, test, and control MIDI data in real time via USB, Bluetooth, or virtual ports. ---------------------------------------------------------------- ## Analyze MIDI in Real Time Receive and display all incoming MIDI data Supports USB MIDI, Bluetooth LE MIDI, and Network Sessions Virtual MIDI port for inter-app testing View data as detailed MIDI messages or raw hexadecimal bytes Copy received events for use in other apps Powerful filters for targeted analysis (Note, CC, PC, SysEx, Clock, and more) Perfect for troubleshooting, monitoring, or reverse-engineering MIDI communication. ## Control MIDI with PADs 6 fully customizable PADs with MIDI Learn Send Note, CC, Program Change, or SysEx messages Individual trigger definitions 10 storable PAD programs Integrated MIDI Panic function Flexible destination routing or send to all available receivers Ideal for live setups, foot controller conversions, or complex SysEx actions. ## Test Instruments with CHORDs Create and send 12 freely configurable chords Adjustable global MIDI channel Individual velocity and octave selection Can also be used for alternative MIDI commands A practical testing tool for synthesizers, expanders, and virtual instruments. ## Flexible Connectivity Automatic detection of MIDI devices Bluetooth MIDI with auto-reconnect Virtual MIDI port support Compatible with popular iOS music apps ## Smart Extras Adjustable monitor font size Hexadecimal or decimal display Background operation (e.g., for PAD mode) Switchable language (German / English) Backup & restore all PAD programs via the Files app ---------------------------------------------------------------- MidiAnalyzer is the compact all-in-one solution for MIDI monitoring, testing, and control – right on your iPhone or iPad. Take control of your MIDI data. See what’s really being sent.

About

MS50G Editor

Features
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MS50G Editor is the only dedicated patch editor for the original ZOOM MS-50G MultiStomp guitar effects pedal. ZOOM discontinued their official editor for the original MS-50G long ago. MS50G Editor fills that gap — giving you full control over your pedal's patches right from your iPhone. FEATURES • Patch Editor Edit all effect parameters visually with an intuitive interface. Fine-tune your tone without squinting at the tiny pedal screen. • Backup & Restore Back up all 50 patches at once. Restore your entire setup or individual patches anytime. Never lose your custom sounds again. • Real-Time MIDI Transfer Send edited patches to your MS-50G and receive current settings via USB-MIDI SysEx communication. What you see is what you hear. • Effect Library Browse the complete MS-50G effect catalog. View detailed parameter information for every effect. • Custom Presets Save your favorite patch configurations as custom presets. Build and organize your personal tone library. REQUIREMENTS • ZOOM MS-50G with firmware v3.10 • USB-MIDI interface + Camera Connection Kit (Lightning or USB-C) • iOS 16.0 or later IMPORTANT NOTES • This app is NOT affiliated with ZOOM Corporation. • The ZOOM MS-50G+ is not supported (use ZOOM's official app instead). • A powered Camera Connection Kit adapter or separate power supply for the MS-50G is recommended. USB bus power from iOS alone is not guaranteed. • Effect type swapping within patches is not currently supported. PRICING Free download with a 1-week trial of all features. After the trial, a one-time purchase unlocks the patch transfer feature. Editing, browsing, and backup remain free.

Screenshots

MidiAnalyzer4 screens
MS50G Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MS50G Editor at Free against MidiAnalyzer's $2.99. MS50G Editor also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). MidiAnalyzer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, 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

MS50G Editor is free to download; MidiAnalyzer costs $2.99 up front. MS50G Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MidiAnalyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MidiAnalyzer ships an update every 3 months, MS50G Editor every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MidiAnalyzer versus MS50G Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMidiAnalyzerMS50G Editor
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStefan ArnholdNobuhito Muto

In-app purchases

None

MidiAnalyzer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MS50G Editor

One-time1
  • Premium Plan$4.99

Questions

Is MidiAnalyzer free?
MidiAnalyzer costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MS50G Editor free?
MS50G Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MidiAnalyzer or MS50G Editor have ads?
Neither MidiAnalyzer nor MS50G Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MidiAnalyzer or MS50G Editor?
MidiAnalyzer ships an update every 3 months, and MS50G Editor every 2 weeks. Most recently, MidiAnalyzer was updated on October 24, 2026 and MS50G Editor on October 25, 2026.

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