RTP vs MIDI Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RTP
This utility app simplifies network MIDI connections on iOS and iPadOS. It allows users to create and manage RTP-MIDI sessions directly from their devices, making them system-wide available for other CoreMIDI-compatible music apps. Control synths and DAWs wirelessly without needing a computer.
- RTP-MIDI session management
- System-wide availability for CoreMIDI apps
- Manual host connection via Contacts
- Wireless MIDI routing
- No Mac or PC required
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Simplify your Network MIDI workflow. A practical RTP-MIDI management tool designed specifically for iOS / iPadOS. RTP-MIDI is a dedicated utility that allows you to configure and manage RTP-MIDI (Network MIDI) connections entirely on iOS / iPadOS. No Mac or PC required — build and control your network MIDI environment using only your iPhone or iPad. Key Features: ■ RTP-MIDI Session Management Create and manage RTP-MIDI sessions directly on your iOS / iPadOS device. Quickly establish Network MIDI connections without complex setup procedures. ■ System-Wide Availability Once configured in this app, the RTP-MIDI connection becomes available to other CoreMIDI-compatible apps on the same device. Use it seamlessly with synthesizers, DAWs, and other music production apps. ■ Manual Host Connection via Contacts Add host IP address and port information in Contacts to manually connect to specific RTP-MIDI peers. Use Cases: ・ Use your iPad as a network-connected sound module ・ Control iOS / iPadOS synths from an external DAW over Wi-Fi ・ Build flexible wireless MIDI routing setups
MIDI Controller
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a portable MIDI controller for Mac. MIDI Controller - Ctrlly sends standard MIDI messages to GarageBand, Logic Pro, and other MIDI-compatible music apps on your Mac. Play software instruments, trigger pads, and control assignable parameters without buying an additional MIDI controller. MAIN FEATURES • 4×4 multitouch pads Customize MIDI channel, note, velocity, and label. • 8 faders Send MIDI CC with precise 0–127 values and configurable ranges. • Knobs and buttons Use 8 knobs and 8 buttons. Buttons support momentary and toggle modes and can send CC or Program Change messages. • Touch keyboard Play with multiple fingers and use octave controls, Pitch Bend, and Modulation. • Custom presets Save, rename, duplicate, and delete your MIDI mappings. Presets stay on your device, and no account is required. • Connect to Mac Use Apple Network MIDI or Bluetooth MIDI. Choose an output destination, send a test note, and follow the built-in Mac setup guide. • MIDI Monitor See recently sent notes, CC, Program Change, and Pitch Bend messages to quickly check your connection and mappings. • Panic Immediately release active notes and send All Notes Off if a note becomes stuck. FREE FEATURES Connection management, the Bluetooth MIDI entry point, the Mac setup guide, test notes, MIDI Monitor, purchase restoration, and Panic are free to use. MIDI CONTROLLER PRO Sending performance MIDI from the pads, faders, knobs, buttons, and keyboard, as well as editing mappings and managing presets, requires a MIDI Controller Pro subscription. Weekly and annual subscriptions are available. Prices and currency are shown in the App Store. No free trial is offered. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm your purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it at any time in your Apple ID subscription settings. BEFORE YOU START This app does not produce sound. You need a Mac running GarageBand, Logic Pro, or another MIDI-compatible app to hear your software instrument. This version is designed for Mac. It does not promise support for Windows, external MIDI hardware, MPE, SysEx, sequencing, recording, or project-level two-way DAW control. This app uses Apple's standard Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RTP at none against MIDI Controller's 2. RTP also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. MIDI Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. RTP asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | RTP | MIDI Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryouta Kira | 明航 李 |
In-app purchases
RTP
No in-app purchases
MIDI Controller
- MIDI Controller Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
- MIDI Controller Pro Annual$24.991 Year
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