Comparison

Real Strings vs Professional Violin

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

Head to head
About

Real Strings

Experience playing string instruments like a violin, viola, or cello using motion controls. Graphical guides help you play along to a variety of classical and folk songs, making it easy and educational for anyone to feel like a musician.

Highlights
  • Play violin, viola, and cello
  • Motion-controlled instrument simulation
  • Graphical guides for song play
  • Adjustable tempo and speed
  • Extensive song library
  • Educational and enjoyable
Features
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Imagine yourself playing a violin with an orchestra. Real Strings is "Air-Violin" application with graphical guides. It plays like a real violin. Just tilt, swing and slide your iPhone/IPod as guide bars fall. Control tempo, speed, and strength of your movement, then all the accompanying music will automatically adjust to your lead. Real Strings consists of three string instruments; violin, viola, and cello. You can play music with instrument of your choice. It's easy, enjoyable, and educational that anyone will instantly feel like playing a real violin without learning how. Here are titles of the songs currently available. ********************************************************** Classical Music Collection 1 - Salut d'Amour (Love's Greeting) - Elgar - Suite for Solo Cello No.1 in G major - Bach - Minuet in G WoO 10 No.2 - Beethoven - Violin Concerto in A minor Op.3 No.6 - Vivaldi - Chanson du Treador from Carmen - Bizet - Hungarian Dance No.5 in G minor - Brahms - Minuet Op.11 No.5 - Boccherini - Liebesfreud (Love's Joy) - Kreisler - Violin Concerto in E minor Op.64 - Mendelssohon - Air on the G String - Bach - Serenade Op.3 No.5 - Haydn - La Donna E Mobile - Verdi - Estudiantina Waltz Op.191 - Waldteufel - La Campanella - Paganini - Spring from Four Seasons - Vivaldi Folk Song Collection 1 - Oh, My Darling Clementine - American Folk Song - Santa Lucia - Italian Folk Song - Turkey in the Straw - American Folk Song - Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye - Irish Folk Song - Kalinka - Russian Folk Song Classical Music Collection 2 - Canon in D Major - Pachelbel - Habanera from Carmen - Bizet - Nocturne Op.9 No.2 - Chopin - Humoresque Op.101 No.7 - Dvorak - Voice of Spring - Strauss - Badinerie from Orchestral Suite No.2 - Bach - Serenade from Schwanengesang D.957 No.4 - Schubert - The Blue Danube Waltz Op.314 - Strauss - Swan Lake Prelude - Tchaikovsky - Autumn - Four Seasons - Vivaldi Folk Song Collection 2 - My Old Kentucky Home - American Folk Song - Korobushka - Russian Folk Song - Die Lorelei - German Folk Song - Greensleeves - English Folk Song - Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms - Irish Folk Song - De Colores - Spanish Folk Song - Lighthouser Keeper - English Folk Song - El Condor Pasa - Peruvian Folk Song - Washerwoman - Irish Folk Song - Swanee River - American Folk Song Songs for Kids - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star - Alouette - Bingo - Did You Ever See a Lassie - The Farmer in the Dell - Frere Jacques - Head Shoulders Knees and Toes - London Bridge - Mary Had a Little Lamb - My Grandfather's Clock - Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone - Old MacDonald Had a Farm - Row Row Row Your Boat Holiday Season - We Wish You a Merry Christmas - Jingle Bells - Gloria - O Little Town of Bethlehem - Joy to the World - Silent Night - Deck the Halls - Noel - O Christmas Tree - O Holy Night ********************************************************** Real Strings is not for freestyle violin play. Instead, it controls timing, tempo, length, and strength of given notes just like many other rhythm games.

About

Professional Violin

Experience realistic violin sounds with diverse articulations and advanced tuning. Record and share your musical creations with a variety of expressive tones and effects.

Highlights
  • Realistic violin sounds
  • Orchestra and Orchestra X sound groups
  • Microtonal tuning
  • Transpose adjustment
  • Reverb and chorus effects
  • Dynamic key sensitivity
  • Built-in recorder
Features
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Step into the world of classical, orchestral, and modern violin music with Professional Violin! This app delivers authentic and high-quality violin sounds, offering a realistic and immersive experience for musicians, learners, and violin enthusiasts. Featuring two distinct sound groups—Orchestra and Orchestra X, Professional Violin provides a rich variety of expressive tones and articulations. With advanced features like microtonal tuning, transpose adjustment, reverb effects, chorus mode, and dynamic key sensitivity, Professional Violin brings professional-level playability to your fingertips. About the Violin The violin is a timeless and expressive string instrument, used across classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music. Whether playing delicate solos, powerful orchestral sections, or intricate folk melodies, the violin’s deep emotional range and technical versatility make it one of the most beloved instruments worldwide. Why You’ll Love Professional Violin Two Unique Violin Sound Groups Orchestra Sounds (For expressive solo and ensemble performance) Forte Arco Normal: A strong, standard violin sound for dynamic playing. Fortissimo Arco Normal: A powerful, resonant tone, ideal for commanding passages. Piano Arco Normal: A softer, more delicate tone for subtle and expressive playing. Pianissimo Arco Normal: An ultra-soft articulation for gentle melodies. Long Forte Molto Vibrato: A sustained, richly vibrated note for deep emotional expression. Long Mezzo Forte Molto Vibrato: A balanced vibrato articulation for warm, lyrical passages. Orchestra X Sounds (For advanced articulation and phrase-based expression) Phrase Forte Arco Martele: A bold, accented attack with a crisp bowing technique. Phrase Forte Arco Spiccato: A light, bouncing articulation ideal for fast, rhythmic passages. Phrase Forte Arco Staccato: A short, precise articulation with a sharp attack. Phrase Forte Harmonic Glissando: A unique, sliding harmonic effect for ethereal sounds. Phrase Fortissimo Arco Tremolo: A fast, expressive trembling bowing technique. Phrase Mezzo Forte Arco Glissando: A sliding note articulation for seamless melodic transitions. Advanced Features for Enhanced Playability Microtonal Tuning: Adjust pitches for traditional and experimental scales, ideal for world music and microtonal compositions. Transpose Adjustment: Easily shift keys to match your musical preferences or play along with other instruments. Reverb Effects: Add depth and atmosphere to your performance with adjustable reverb. Chorus Mode: Layer your notes with rich harmonies, creating a fuller and more dynamic sound. Dynamic Key Sensitivity: Play with natural expression—soft presses produce quieter tones, while harder presses deliver louder, more powerful notes. Record Your Performances Capture your violin music effortlessly with the built-in recorder. Perfect for revisiting practice sessions, composing new pieces, or sharing your artistry. Share Your Music Easily share your violin performances with friends, family, or audiences worldwide, showcasing the beauty and expressiveness of this classical instrument. What Makes Professional Violin Unique? Authentic Sound: Every note replicates the rich and expressive tones of a real violin, with both standard and advanced articulation options. Innovative Controls: Explore microtonal tuning, transpose settings, reverb effects, and dynamic sensitivity for a fully customizable experience. Elegant Design: A sleek, intuitive interface ensures a seamless experience for musicians of all levels. Creative Freedom: Whether playing classical sonatas, dramatic film scores, folk dances, or jazz improvisations, Professional Violin offers endless possibilities for musical expression. Download Professional Violin today and let the expressive tones of the violin inspire your music!

Screenshots

Real Strings4 screens
Professional Violin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Professional Violin at 3.8 against Real Strings's 2.7. Professional Violin also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 41 months) and ratings volume (40 vs 3). Real Strings's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Professional Violin sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Real Strings asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Professional Violin holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Professional Violin has 40 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Real Strings's written reviews are positive against 43% of Professional Violin's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Real Strings ships an update every 41 months, Professional Violin every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on June 12, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Real Strings versus Professional Violin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReal StringsProfessional Violin
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (3 ratings)3.8 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings340 — better
Update frequencyEvery 41 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB208 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMooseok BahngAlper Kahriman

Customer experience

Real Strings

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Professional Violin

All ratings40 ratings
Positive67.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%

In-app purchases

None

Real Strings

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Professional Violin

One-time1
  • Get Premium$9.99

Questions

Is Real Strings free?
Real Strings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Professional Violin free?
Professional Violin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Real Strings or Professional Violin?
Professional Violin is rated higher. Real Strings averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Professional Violin averages 3.8 from 40 ratings.
Do Real Strings or Professional Violin have ads?
Professional Violin shows ads; Real Strings does not.
Which is updated more often, Real Strings or Professional Violin?
Real Strings ships an update every 41 months, and Professional Violin every 4 months. Most recently, Real Strings was updated on June 12, 2026 and Professional Violin on September 22, 2026.

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