Comparison

ProRecord vs PianoStream

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

Head to head
About

ProRecord

Control and adjust settings for a piano system, including volume, tone, and playback. Save and share performance data, and manage it via iTunes. Connect via Bluetooth or cable for full system integration.

Highlights
  • Sound control (tone, reverb, EQ)
  • Metronome settings
  • Performance data recording and playback
  • Demo songs
  • System adjustments (touch, tuning, pedal)
  • Bluetooth and cable connectivity
Features
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ProRecord is a companion app for PianoDisc's ProRecord system that allows you to easily access and adjust ProRecord's settings such as volume, tone, and performance playback. You can also save the performance data from ProRecord to your iPhone, where you can send it to someone else via email, or receive new performance data and play it back on your ProRecord system. The ProRecord app supports iTunes sharing, and your performance data can also be managed through iTunes. If the ProRecord system is 2017 model, you can connect with Bluetooth. Please Note: in order to cable connect to your ProRecord system, both an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter and a USB mini B cable are required. [Features] * Sound control - Tone, Reverb, Effect (Chorus, Rotary, Delay), 4 band equalizer, Transpose, User preset * Metronome - Beat, Tempo, Volume * Performance Data - Recording, Playback, Transmission, and Mail * Demo songs * Adjustments - Touch control, Note repeat limit, Black key volume, Individual key volume, Tuning, Auto sensor, Pedal position, Key depth, Continuous note-on, Connect with IQ player, MIDI-IN port, Panel led, Piano type, Tuning curve, Factory reset [Note] These features depend on the version of the ProRecord system.

About

PianoStream

Experience high-quality piano performances on your player piano or digital piano. Enjoy curated stations, exclusive artist content, and seamless playback. Upload your own MIDI files and create custom playlists for a personalized musical experience.

Highlights
  • Live concert-quality piano performances
  • Curated music stations by genre and era
  • Universal compatibility with digital and analog pianos
  • Upload personal MIDI files
  • Create custom playlists
  • Exclusive artist content
Features
Currently charting
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Turn your player piano or digital piano into a live concert — any song, any time, with no CDs or floppy disks. PianoStream streams thousands of real piano performances straight to your piano's keys. Pick a station, press play, and your piano plays itself all day long. NEW IN 5.0 - Completely rebuilt — faster, cleaner, easier - Help & Support right in the app: questions, bug reports and song requests - iPad support with landscape mode MUSIC FOR EVERY MOOD - Exclusive performances by MauColi The Pianoman and other world-class pianists - Golden Hits from the '60s, '70s, '80s and '90s - Modern favorites and chart-toppers - Classical masterpieces, jazz, pop and more - Holiday Magic — our Christmas station is unmatched - Requested Songs — a station built from listener requests worldwide - Three brand-new songs recorded every Friday WORKS WITH YOUR PIANO - Yamaha Disklavier — Wagon Grand, Mark II/III/IV, e3, DKC-850/800, Enspire - PianoDisc — iQ, CD, Prodigy I & II, PDS-128+, PDS-228 - Pianocorder - Any digital piano or keyboard with MIDI or USB MIDI (Clavinova, Casio and more) EASY CONNECTION - Bluetooth MIDI: connect with a wireless MIDI receiver (WIDI Master or Yamaha MD-BT01) for pure solo-piano sound - Audio: use a Wi-Fi audio receiver (WiiM Mini) or Bluetooth receiver for PianoDisc iQ/CD, analog Disklaviers and Pianocorder - USB-only keyboards: use a USB-to-host MIDI adapter YOUR MUSIC, YOUR WAY - Save favorite songs and stations - Build your own playlists - Upload your own MIDI and PianoDisc MP3 files - Fully licensed: ASCAP-licensed, in-house productions and public-domain works REAL HELP FROM REAL PEOPLE Our support is the best in the business — just read our reviews. Join our Facebook group to share requests and hear new releases first. SUBSCRIPTION Unlock everything with a monthly ($24.99) or yearly ($179.99) plan. - Payment is charged to your Apple Account at purchase - Subscriptions renew automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends - Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy Policy: https://api.balanceiq.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://api.balanceiq.com/terms/ Support: https://api.balanceiq.com/support/ Subscribe today and let your piano play itself!

Screenshots

ProRecord3 screens
PianoStream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PianoStream at 94% against ProRecord's 0%. PianoStream also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (216 vs 2). ProRecord's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PianoStream sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. ProRecord asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PianoStream holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PianoStream has 216 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ProRecord's written reviews are positive against 94% of PianoStream's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProRecord ships an update every 9 months, PianoStream every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
ProRecord versus PianoStream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProRecordPianoStream
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.8 (216 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews94.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2216 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
Best chart rank—#156 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNissin Electro Co.,Ltd.B&T Entertainment Inc

Customer experience

ProRecord

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

PianoStream

All ratings216 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral1.4%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews125 reviews
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative4.8%

Bugs and requests

ProRecord

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

PianoStream

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional app crashes or freezes
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between digital and analog modes

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to create and save custom playlists
  • Landscape mode support for better tablet experience
  • Expanded audio output options (e.g., integrating with home audio systems)

In-app purchases

None

ProRecord

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

PianoStream

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Trial Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$9.997 Days
  • Premium Trial Monthly3 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Monthly Subscription$24.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$179.991 Year
  • Premium Trial Yearly3 Days trial$179.991 Year

Questions

Is ProRecord free?
ProRecord is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PianoStream free?
PianoStream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ProRecord or PianoStream?
PianoStream is rated higher. ProRecord averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PianoStream averages 4.8 from 216 ratings.
Do ProRecord or PianoStream have ads?
Neither ProRecord nor PianoStream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProRecord or PianoStream?
ProRecord ships an update every 9 months, and PianoStream every 2 months. Most recently, ProRecord was updated on October 16, 2026 and PianoStream on October 17, 2026.

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