# MultitrackStudio Remote vs LK

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MultitrackStudio Remote at none against LK's 8. MultitrackStudio Remote also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). LK's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 38 months) and ratings volume (706 vs 6). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LK sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. MultitrackStudio Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for MultitrackStudio Remote against 4.3 for LK. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LK has 706 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of MultitrackStudio Remote's written reviews are positive against 64% of LK's.

MultitrackStudio Remote ships an update every 38 months, LK fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MultitrackStudio Remote | LK |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitrackstudio-remote/id725618699/reviews) | [4.3 (706 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lk-ableton-and-midi-controller/id944972221/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **706** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **64.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 38 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Giel Bremmers](https://appshunter.io/developer/725618702) | [Imaginando Lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/895445015) |

## What reviewers say

### MultitrackStudio Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitrackstudio-remote/id725618699)

This application transforms your iPad into a comprehensive remote control for MultitrackStudio software. Manage transport controls, tracks, effects, and MIDI instruments wirelessly over Wi-Fi. It's designed to enhance your music production workflow by providing tactile control from your tablet.

**Highlights:** Transport control (VariSpeed, markers, looping), Track and group management, Effect and MIDI instrument control, Monitor/Punch/Sound On Sound toggles, Click track and MIDI Keyboard Mapper control

**In-app purchases:** none


### LK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lk-ableton-and-midi-controller/id944972221)

This application acts as a remote control for Ableton Live and MIDI devices, enhancing electronic music production and live performance. It offers deep integration with Ableton Live and extensive MIDI capabilities for controlling software and hardware. The app is modular, with features available as separate in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Ableton Live integration, MIDI device control, Clip launching and sequencing, Device parameter control, Virtual MIDI and AUv3 support, Modular in-app purchases

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Chorder | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock MIDI Pads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock MIDI Controller | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock X/Y Pad | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Keyboard | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Step Sequencer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Matrix | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Modules Bundle | $39.90 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works perfectly
- 🎹 Great for Ableton Live
- 🎨 Powerful features
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 💯 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Connection issues and unreliable wireless
- 💰 Expensive with separate module purchases
- 🤔 Confusing setup and documentation
- 🔋 High battery drain

**Reported bugs**

- Clip renaming tool not working
- Occasional MIDI note sticking
- UI disappearing and requiring restart
- Wireless connection randomly dropping
- Exclusive track arming mode issues

**Requested features**

- Add MIDI CC mapping and automation
- Implement vertical view for session mode
- Allow saving and loading of custom settings
- Improve MIDI note and velocity handling
- Add MIDI transformers and generators


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MultitrackStudio Remote free?

MultitrackStudio Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LK free?

LK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MultitrackStudio Remote or LK?

MultitrackStudio Remote and LK are both rated 4.3 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6 and 706 ratings respectively.

### Do MultitrackStudio Remote or LK have ads?

Neither MultitrackStudio Remote nor LK shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MultitrackStudio Remote or LK?

MultitrackStudio Remote ships an update every 38 months, and LK fortnightly. Most recently, MultitrackStudio Remote was updated on September 24, 2026 and LK on October 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*