# LK vs VB3

The clearest difference is rating: LK at 4.3 against VB3's 3.5. LK also leads on ratings volume (708 vs 16) and review sentiment (64% vs 50%). VB3's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LK sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and VB3 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LK holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LK has 708 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of LK's written reviews are positive against 50% of VB3's.

## The numbers

| Metric | LK | VB3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (708 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lk-ableton-and-midi-controller/id944972221/reviews)** | [3.5 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vb3-ii/id6464588684/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **708** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | **64.3% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 123 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | — |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Imaginando Lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/895445015) | [Genuine Soundware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560880481) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### VB3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vb3-ii/id6464588684)

This app emulates a classic tonewheel organ, offering advanced sound modeling and effects. It includes a session recorder, audio player for backing tracks, and extensive MIDI control for live performance and production.

**Highlights:** Tonewheel engine and rotary simulator, Ring Modulator and Delay effects, Session Recorder (MIDI & WAV), Built-in Audio Player, Extensive MIDI control and mapping, Touch-friendly interface with drawbar views

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Log-in to your GSi account | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Pro Features | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LK free?

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

### Is VB3 free?

VB3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LK or VB3?

LK is rated higher. LK averages 4.3 out of 5 from 708 ratings, while VB3 averages 3.5 from 16 ratings.

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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.*