Musk MIDI Keyboard vs Keys
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Musk MIDI Keyboard
This app functions as a virtual MIDI keyboard with expandable sound libraries. It allows users to play notes, send and receive MIDI data to other apps or hardware, and customize instrument sounds and channels. It supports various import methods for sound fonts and integrates with other music production tools.
- Multi-touch keyboard (8 octaves)
- Import custom sound libraries (sf2, dls, exs)
- Send/receive MIDI notes to/from other apps/hardware
- Audio Unit Extension support
- Network-MIDI (WiFi) and Bluetooth MIDI
- Channel highlighting and pitch class speaking
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Musk MIDI Keyboard: Your expandable MIDI keyboard! * Use the included General MIDI sound font or import your own sound libraries * Play on the multi-touch keyboard (8 octaves) * Send notes to other MIDI apps or keyboards * Receive notes from external MIDI sources * Use installed Sounds in other apps using the built-in Audio Unit Extension. * Track MIDI notes and channels on the keyboard * Load sound libraries and change MIDI channels to different sounds * Highlight individual channels visually and acoustically * Let the app speak the pitch class (pitch class ) of the notes (C = 0 , C # = 1, ..., H = 11) in your own language. (Requires the iOS 7 voices) The following MIDI sources and targets are supported and can be individually turned on and off: * Network-MIDI (WiFi) : So you can connect the app to other devices (eg. Mac, iPhone, iPad) * MIDI devices: you can connect your devices via Camera Connection Kit and USB-MIDI (e.g. a MIDI keyboard) * Core MIDI-enabled apps : You can, for example, display the notes of a MIDI player and use the sounds of other apps. * MIDI via Bluetooth (iOS8) * Experimental MIDI via Gamekit support. Full Core-MIDI support: * Other apps publish their MIDI input and output ports: you activate the connection in this app. Active connections are reestablished, if possible, at app restart. * This app publishes a MIDI input and output: you activate the link in another app or the other app automatically activates the connection. Setting and filter adjustment options (per channel): * Show notes * Hear notes * Instrument sound * Instrument and voice volume * Accepting program and volume change commands (via MIDI input) Import of sound libraries via: * ITunes: transmission via Mac or PC * ICloud: synchronizes the data on all your Apple devices. (Network connection required) * Other Apps from the manufacturer this app: All of his apps access to the same iCloud directory. (No network connection required) * Safari: search for a website that offers SoundFonts. Click on the file. Wait until it is downloaded. Then select this app in the "Open In" dialog. * Mail: Select the attachment and select this app in the "Open In" dialog. * Other apps: use the "Open In" dialog. (Dropbox, Google Drive, SkyDrive) Supported file formats and extensions: * Sound fonts (sf2) * Downloadable Sounds (dls) * Logic Pro EXS-24 instrument Files (exs) * Audio Unit Presets (aupreset) * Zip files (zip) Inter-App-Audio, AudioBus 3 and Audio Unit support: You can use the audio output of the app in other apps: * Record a MIDI performance in Garageband, AudioShare or other apps. * Add sound effects in GarageBand, VoiceSynth or other apps. * Use a sound font as an Audio Unit in a host app. (Experimental) Limitations: * Speech output can not be sent to other apps. * Playing many notes per second can push older devices to their limits. When you hear a scraping noise, try terminating other apps. Have fun!
Keys
Turn your mobile device into a versatile MIDI master keyboard. Connect wirelessly to musical instruments and DAWs to control virtual instruments and enhance your music production and live performances.
- Transform device into MIDI master keyboard
- Connect to musical devices
- Send MIDI notes and CC
- Control virtual instruments
- MIDI over Bluetooth
- Customizable MIDI mapping
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Transform your iPad or iPhone into a powerful Midi Master Keyboard with our app! Our app allows you to connect to any musical device and send Midi notes and Midi CC, making your mobile device a versatile tool for music production and live performance. Whether you're a professional musician or just starting out, our app offers a simple and intuitive interface to help you create, control, and perform music. With our app, you can easily connect to your digital audio workstation (DAW), synthesizers, and other musical devices to control virtual instruments and bring your musical ideas to life. Our app also supports MIDI over Bluetooth, allowing you to connect wirelessly to your musical devices. Plus, with the ability to customize your Midi mapping, you can personalize your setup to fit your unique needs. Take your music production and performance to the next level with our Midi Master Keyboard app for iPad and iPhone. Download now and experience the power of mobile music making.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Musk MIDI Keyboard at 3.0 against Keys's 1.0. Musk MIDI Keyboard also leads on price ($1.99 vs $5.99) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Musk MIDI Keyboard costs $1.99 and Keys $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Musk MIDI Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
Musk MIDI Keyboard ships an update every 3 months, Keys every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Musk MIDI Keyboard | Keys |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 — better | $5.99 |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dr. Garbers Softwareentwicklung | LittleCodeShop.com |
Customer experience
Musk MIDI Keyboard
Keys
In-app purchases
Musk MIDI Keyboard
No in-app purchases
Keys
No in-app purchases
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